CARMEL WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
A beachside photographer frames a shot of the rocky coastline during golden hour.

The Artist Behind the Lens:

LAUREN HOPE

A photographer in casual attire raises camera equipment triumphantly on a beach.
Let's get to know each other

Photographer, Hype-Woman, Friend

Hi! I am Lauren, the heart behind Lauren Hope Photography and the artist behind the lens. I was born and raised on the beautiful central coast of California, and found my lifelong passion of photography at age 13. When I am not working, you can find me at the Pilates studio, going for a coffee run, spending time with friends and family, or daydreaming about my next travel destination.

Crew members relaxing on the deck of a sailboat at sea on a cloudy day.

Image by Kristin Sweeting

your memories - elegantly captured


My Approach


There is nothing that I love more than capturing your memories. My second favorite thing is helping you feel comfortable and confident on camera. I believe in creating a comfortable and supportive environment for all of my clients. My goal is to make the process from start to finish as easy and enjoyable as possible for you - so you can focus on celebrating your milestone!!


I will guide you through posing, so there is absolutely no expectation that you should know how to do this already. Come as you are. I will be your personal hype-woman and cheer you on throughout the session, ensuring everything feels comfortable and true to you.


Every one of my sessions is unique because all of my clients are unique! I cannot wait to meet and learn to love the unique, beautiful, joyful, YOU!

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Travel Dates



MARCH 2025

Tuscany , Italy



april 2025

Florence, Italy



may 2025

NYC


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@laurenhope.photography