Competition Winner – Lara Grauer Photography

Posted: March 3rd, 2010 | Author: Lara | Filed under: Competition, SPPA, on-location, portrait | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | No Comments »

At the SPPA monthly competition, I was awarded second place in the Wedding category for this photo!

You Do?

These kids have been so much fun to work with, and it thrills me that they get to be a part of my competition experiences! I think the best part about this photo is its genuine reflection of the children’s personalities. I admit I might tell people where to stand from time to time, but other than that, this moment is genuinely candid. These kids got all dressed up and *gasp* acted like kids! How wonderful! That’s what Lara Grauer Photography is all about – capturing those elements that make people who they are.


The meaning of FUN!

Posted: October 9th, 2009 | Author: Lara | Filed under: Client Sessions, Composition, family | Tags: , , , , , | No Comments »

I just finished working on this collage for my brother’s family. I love this collection so much because it really shows what it means to have fun! These images are so full of love and life, it makes me want to go back to Iowa City NOW so I can hang out with these guys again! If you’re looking for ways to brighten your mood, spend some time with this piece. These kids’ passion for living is contagious…

FUN!


Another Amana Adventure

Posted: August 19th, 2009 | Author: Lara | Filed under: Client Sessions, Uncategorized, family, on-location, travel | Tags: , , , , , | No Comments »

This family is so great – creative, enthusiastic, agreeable – all the things I could ask for. We had a fun time walking around the lily lake in Amana.

amana adventure

just for you

family by the lily lake

that was fun


Stopped in Amana, Iowa – Childrens’ Portraits

Posted: August 6th, 2009 | Author: Lara | Filed under: Client Sessions, Uncategorized, on-location, siblings, travel | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , | No Comments »

I love these kids to death. I got to hang out with them for a few hours last weekend in Iowa, and what a treat! They had loads of fun and Mom even dressed them up in their formal clothes from a wedding they were in last month, which means I had as much fun playing as they did! It’s amazing how much these two kids have changed – and stayed the same.

playful

princess

prince

bouquet

speed racer


Coming for the Summer Heat!

Posted: May 18th, 2009 | Author: Lara | Filed under: Client Sessions, General, Schedule, on-location, portrait, travel | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | No Comments »

My summer travel to the midwest is officially confirmed: I will be available for summer sessions in Chicago on July 29th and 30th! Contact me now to book your appointment – space is limited.

As noted early this spring, I will also be available for portrait sessions in Iowa City on August 1st and 2nd. Thanks to those who have already reserved times. You’ve made it possible for me to offer these travel sessions without travel fees! If you’re in Iowa City and you haven’t booked your appointment, contact me soon – there is one remaining time slot.

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