Hello, I'm Lauren
Wedding Photographer
I’m Lauren! I am a photographer who loves to capture moments in fun and exciting places. My passion is for travel,
I enjoy exploring new locations and finding unique things to photograph. When I’m not working, I can often be found indulging
in my love of romantic movies & trashy reality tv dating shows curled up on the couch with a bowl of ranch Doritos and my two puppies. #BachelorNation
I am a devoted dog lover, and I spend a lot of time with Daisy Mae & Charlie, taking them for walks, playing fetch, and snuggling with
them on the sofa. My husband and I love to canoe, and we enjoy going on family road trips, watching the Office & Parks & Rec as well as grilling out in our backyard.
When it comes to food, I have a particular weakness for the McRib sandwich, and I’ll go out of my way to get my hands on one
when it’s in season. I also a big fan of the Lord of the Rings trilogy and love re-reading the books or re-watching the movies.
I listen to the soundtrack to work to try it its very relaxing!!!!
I have been a photographer since 2011 when my husband bought my first camera as a Valentines Day gift. It was a bright green camera, and everyone called me the green camera girl. It warmed my heart. My first job in photography was working at an old-time photography studio in Branson MO. And while that was quite an adventure, I have known since I was 11 years when the movie The Wedding Planner came out that I was going to work in the wedding industry!
 
Process
 
Location
When will we get our photos?
I am currently based in Moline, Illinois. I do not charge any travel fees for weddings within 2 hours of the Quad Cities. I have my passport ready, and I LOVE to travel.
Timeline
Where are you based & do you travel?
For weddings you will receive an online gallery link with all your photos within a maximum of 6 weeks. You will receive a link to your private online gallery and a pin number. You can download all the photos from the gallery, choose your favorites, order prints, wall art & albums!
Images
How many pictures will we receive?
For every hour of coverage during a wedding or elopement, you will receive between 75 to 100 fully edited images. Typical wedding galleries are 800-1200 images. I will always choose the most beautiful and significant photos to tell your story. I do not like to hold back images so prepare yourself for a large and beautiful gallery!
 
Prefered Venues
Quad Cities Area
 
Kind words from
Lauren Petersen
I want to work with people who are passionate, excited about life and want to adventure through their shoot along with me. I will work with people of any ethnicity, culture and religion.
Here at Laurel Tree we are
L.G.T.B.Q.I.A.+, 420 & pet friendly.
I welcome anyone with any special needs and requests to reach out and never apologize for your questions and concerns! I am well versed in the local shooting options that are ramp and wheelchair accessible. And can help make any plans and accommodations accordingly.
Who we WON'T work with: Mean People........
Because:
"Mean people are mean" - THE HOUSEBUNNY
Please reach out to me with any questions. I would love to get to work with you!!
-xoxo Lauren
 
Let’s work together