Business Details
Documentary Wedding Photography by Elli Lauren Photography
I am a Los Angeles-based documentary wedding photographer with seven years of experience capturing authentic moments at weddings, elopements, and lifestyle events. My work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Ruffled Blog, 100 Layer Cake, The New York Times, and A Practical Wedding. I specialize in blending into the background to document unscripted emotions, ensuring couples relive their special day through timeless storytelling imagery. My approach prioritizes natural light and candid interactions, creating collections that highlight genuine connections between couples and their loved ones.Clients consistently praise my ability to make them feel at ease while producing emotionally resonant photographs that preserve their most cherished memories. I travel globally for assignments, from intimate Big Sur elopements to desert celebrations in Joshua Tree, adapting seamlessly to each couple's unique vision. My portfolio demonstrates expertise in capturing both grand celebrations and subtle, intimate moments that define a wedding day.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Lifestyle Photography
Commercial Work
Destination Weddings
Highlights and features
- We specialize in documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments
- Our team has photographed over 100 weddings globally
- Featured in Ruffled Blog, 100 Layer Cake, and The New York Times
- We focus on making couples feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera
- Clients receive a storytelling collection of images that preserve their special day
What people say
Immensely talented
Beautiful eye
Captured the emotion
Ray of sunshine
Incredible value
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments throughout your special day. Using natural light and a discreet approach, I create timeless images that preserve genuine emotions and connections between couples and their loved ones. Ideal for couples seeking unscripted storytelling that highlights their unique celebration.
Engagement Sessions
Intimate pre-wedding photography sessions designed to make couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. These sessions build rapport while creating beautiful images that capture your relationship's unique dynamics, serving as both engagement announcements and wedding decor elements that reflect your personal story.
Lifestyle Photography
Authentic lifestyle photography documenting meaningful life events beyond weddings. This service captures natural interactions in everyday settings, preserving genuine emotions and connections through a documentary approach that tells your unique story with artistic integrity and emotional depth.
Commercial Work
Visual content creation for businesses seeking authentic brand representation. Using documentary techniques, I capture genuine interactions and environments that showcase your products or services in real-life contexts, creating compelling visual narratives that resonate with target audiences through emotional authenticity.
Destination Weddings
Specialized photography for weddings held in unique locations worldwide. With extensive experience photographing in diverse environments from Big Sur cliffs to desert landscapes, I adapt seamlessly to different settings while maintaining consistent quality in capturing both grand moments and subtle details that define your international celebration.
People
Elli
Wedding Photographer
Documentary-style wedding photographer with seven years of experience capturing authentic moments globally. Featured in major publications, specializing in natural light and emotional storytelling through photography that preserves genuine connections.
Questions
What photography style do you specialize in?
I specialize in documentary-style photography that captures authentic moments and emotions as they naturally unfold during weddings and events.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, I travel globally for weddings and have experience photographing in diverse locations from Santa Barbara to international destinations.
How do you make clients comfortable during shoots?
Through a discreet approach and natural interaction, I help clients feel at ease while capturing genuine moments without forced posing.
What's included in your wedding packages?
Packages include full-day coverage, unlimited digital images, and a curated collection of edited photographs delivered through an online gallery.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
I have seven years of experience photographing weddings and have documented over 100 ceremonies and celebrations.
Can we see full galleries from past weddings?
Yes, complete galleries are available in my portfolio showcasing diverse celebrations and authentic storytelling approaches across different venues.
