For 20 years I've photographed the moments and details that matter to couples, families and businesses. Whether it's your love story, your milestone moment or the way you work, I photograph in an unobtrusive way to capture authentic emotions and elevate the everyday. I'm Laura Billingham a wedding, portrait and lifestyle photographer based in Frenchtown, NJ.
I love to work as unobtrusively as I can to capture the moments and details at weddings. When it comes to portrait photography, my approach is to keep it easy and relaxed so that you are comfortable and looking your best. In fact I often advise my couples and clients to "ignore the photographer" because when you're enjoying yourself and ignoring me, your real emotions and interactions shine through, and that's what makes everyone look great.
I love to work as unobtrusively as I can to capture the moments and details at weddings. When it comes to portrait photography, my approach is to keep it easy and relaxed so that you are comfortable and looking your best. In fact I often advise my couples and clients to "ignore the photographer" because when you're enjoying yourself and ignoring me, your real emotions and interactions shine through, and that's what makes everyone look great.
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Like many photographers, I got my start learning about the art and practice of photography in high school when a darkroom class piqued my interest. When my teacher recommend that I apply to a statewide scholarship program for art students, I took a leap that changed the way I thought about a career in the arts.
For 20 years I've photographed weddings with one goal in mind: to create timeless images my couples will love as much two decades from now as the first day they see them. Trends will come and go over the years but to me, the most important thing to capture is how you felt on your wedding day, not how I directed you to pose or what photoshopping I used when I edited your photos.
For several years I've noticed a steady and growing number of couples deciding to celebrate with micro-sized celebrations -from elopements, up to 30 invited guests. In my experience, each micro wedding is as unique as my couples are. I've noticed that when couples are freed from the constraints of designing a larger wedding, they often do what moves them most, and that's incredibly powerful to witness.
A family photo session is an opportunity to capture the essence of your family at this time and place. Instead of stiff frozen posing, Laura takes a fun and relaxed approach to portraits. She strongly believes kids are at their best when they're being themselves, playing and having fun with their families.
If you're in business, you know: image is everything. To manage your social media accounts, launch a small business or revamp your brand you need a collection of fresh and consistent photography to elevate your image. Laura brings her easy authentic style to documenting you and your business. I was looking to brand myself before I launched a new podcast.
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Kelly Grace Gibbons
Oct 22, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Beautiful shots! I simply can’t express enough how much I loved photos taken by Laura Billingham for my updated headshots during a branding session! She used the natural light perfectly, and captured me in such a pleasing, flattering way. Thank you so much Laura for your skill, professionalism and engaging services!
Beautiful shots! I simply can’t express enough how much I loved photos taken by Laura Billingham for my updated headshots during a branding session! She used the natural light perfectly, and captured me in such a pleasing, flattering way. Thank you so much Laura for your skill, professionalism and engaging services!
Misty Bivins
Nov 13, 2018
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Caitlin Fernandez
Oct 15, 2018
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Caitlin Dennehy
Oct 01, 2018
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We were lucky enough to use Laura as our wedding photographer 7 years ago and then again most recently for a family portrait session. She produces beautiful, high quality work, and is an absolute pleasure to work with. She radiates warmth and thoughtfulness, making both the process and the product lovely.
Laurie Morrison Fabius
Jun 30, 2017
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Rebecca Petronko
Sep 13, 2015
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My family LOVES the portraits Laura did for us. She really captured who we are in the pictures. Her attention to the details is impressive; her use of framing elements in the natural environment around us made our pictures extra special. Laura's positive attitude and personality put everyone at ease and this comes through in our pictures. Love her!
