I’m Lauren, your friendly local South Jersey lifestyle photographer—it’s a pleasure!

When it comes to hiring a photographer, I understand the options are endless. You’ve likely spent hours scrolling through social media and sent countless contact forms in search of the perfect match. Choosing the right photographer is a big decision that can impact your memories forever.

I want to make this decision easy for you

With Lauren Picariello Photography, you’re getting an experience that is as valuable and unforgettable as you are. I 100% understand it can be daunting to trust a complete stranger with your most intimate moments, but by the end of our journey, we'll have built a bond that will shine through in your images.

Lauren Picariello Photography

Learn more about me

From families with little ones to gathering the adult kiddos, I provide photo sessions catering to all ages!
Celebrate your unique love story with a personalized couples' photo session! Let's create a visual story that resonates with the magic of your love!
LGBTQ+ friendly
Are you interested in solo maternity shots, ones with your partner, or including the kids? You're in luck—I handle all three! My maternity sessions are designed to highlight the beauty of your pregnancy while also showcasing the love within your family.
Let’s get creative together! Allow me to scout locations and style you for your dream session. Whether it’s for your birthday, graduation, or branding, let’s craft a beautiful story.

My Niches

My Photography style

My brand is dedicated to showcasing everyone's unique personality through my images. With thoughtful poses, bold editing, and an unforgettable experience, I create moments you'll want to relive again and again.

My goal is to provide my clients with a one-of-a-kind, high value experience that is worth bragging about to your friends and family! I like to mix candid and playful moments, with a touch of prompted poses to capture the most intimate and personal images.

As I’m naturally energetic and *sometimes* goofy, I’m often told that my sessions feel like you are working with a friend rather than a stranger—exactly my ultimate goal!

Investment

To secure your booking, I require a non-refundable retainer fee, also known as the 'session fee', to be paid upfront. The remaining balance is due the day before your session, unless you choose one of my payment plans.
If you're seeking expedited image editing beyond our discussed turnaround time, there will be a 10% increase in your chosen collection amount.
The only editing performed beyond my standard photo retouching (with permission) includes addressing blemishes, scars, frizzy hair, and light skin smoothing. I don't photoshop my clients' bodies or appearances because my photography aims to capture everyone's natural and authentic beauty.
10000000000% Anyone and everyone is welcomed to book with me!
During the holiday season, I sometimes offer mini sessions, but I want to stress that my best work often requires more than fifteen minutes. I take pride in not limiting the time during my sessions because I believe in fully enjoying the entire photography process.
Extended family sessions are rare for me, except for holidays. A significant aspect of my style involves capturing close and intimate moments within families. I find that the more people in the picture, the less emotion is conveyed—though this doesn't apply to grandparents!