Creating timeless, authentic portraits. I’m passionate about documenting memories that turn into photos that you’ll cherish for a lifetime! All of the raw, candid moments that make up your families story. Whether it’s celebrating the tiny details of your newborn, capturing the love and laughter of your family, or documenting the journey from a tiny baby bump to milestone moments and beyond. Whether you’re expecting your first child, are a seasoned mom, or an established family looking to document each year’s growth and changes, you’ve come to the right place! Lets turn fleeting moments into cherished heirlooms.
Nashville Maternity, Newborn, Baby & Family Photographer
light and airy, pure and natural
Welcome, friend! I'm Lauren
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maternity • newborn • family
Lauren is a Franklin based family, maternity and newborn photographer serving Middle Tennessee families & former labor and delivery nurse.
Driven by a passion for capturing the beauty in everyday family life, Lauren envisioned a new kind of photography experience. Leaving behind the fast-paced world of high-volume shoots, she created a thoughtful, personal approach that focuses on each family’s unique story. Laurens dedication to storytelling through photography ensures that every session feels like a retreat, where timeless memories are captured with care, and every detail is designed to be cherished for years to come.
Meet Lauren
I believe in the beauty of your in-between moments, documenting the natural moments that unfold before us.
Lauren Shannon Photography proudly offers clients a full service experience. From wardrobe styling to studio usage and finally, delivering heirloom artwork to live in your home with your family to treasure and enjoy for generations to come. From maternity to newborn, in-home or outdoors, these days are ever fleeting, there's truly nothing like freezing your precious memories still.
portrait experience
a luxury
"lAUREN CAPTURED THE MOST GENUINE MOMENTS WITH OUR ROWDY TODDLERS WHILE ALSO MAKING IT FUN! i'LL CHERISH THESE IMAGES FOREVER."
"tHE FINAL IMAGES WERE STUNNING, WITH A PERFECT BALANCE OF POSED AND CANDID. i'LL CHEISH THESE FOR YEARS TO COME."
"fROM START TO FINISH, THE EXPERIENCE WAS EXCEPTIONAL. lAUREN WAS PROFESSIONAL, FRIENDLY AND SO MUCH FUN TO WORK WITH!"
"tHE CLIENT CLOSET MADE MY JOB AS A MOM SO MUCH EASIER. nOT ONLY DID i HAVE A DESIGNER DRESS TO BORROW BUT lAUREN ALSO HELPED CORDINATE OUTFITS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. tRULY THE BEST EXPERIENCE!"
