Lainey Reed Photography

Hey y'all! My name is Lainey. I specialize in wedding and portrait photography and am based in Louisiana. I've always had a fascination with observing other people. I've never been much of a talker, preferring to listen to others instead. When I was younger, I used to feel embarrassed about my quiet and introspective personality, but as I've gotten older, I've realized that it's actually my secret weapon. I'm taking in the world around me while everyone else is preoccupied with talking and rushing through life. Because of this, being a photographer is the only career path that makes any sense for me. My way of expressing myself is through photography, and when I'm working, I feel most at ease when I'm behind the lens. I'm a sentimental girl. My lifelong preoccupation has always been with photography. Even when I was a young child in middle school, I would bring disposable cameras with me to sleepovers because I wanted to be able to look back on the good times I had and remember them fondly. I have a strong interest in keeping people's memories alive, and I also enjoy being of service to others and giving them the impression that they are cared for. During my time in college, I had an epiphany that led me to decide that I wanted to make a living as an artist... In 2013, I made the leap into the world of wedding photography, and I haven't looked back since! I'm the kind of girl who doesn't require a lot of fuss or attention from others. I possess a very large heart. I have a deep passion for exploration, excitement, and anything that takes place in nature. The simplest things in life bring out the most joy and contentment in me... A steaming mug of coffee, a picture-perfect sunset, an evening spent at home binge-watching old episodes of Parks and Recreation or Modern Family, a glass of full-bodied red wine, or even just a few minutes of undivided attention from a pet dog can make your day better. To put a smile on my face, it doesn't take much! I firmly believe that laughter is the best medicine, and I suppose that's why the people laughing in pictures are always some of my favorites to look at in a collection of photographs. I'm all about discovering the joy and beauty that are hidden in everyday experiences. Have some coffee with me, and let's become friends!