San Francisco Bay Area Portrait Photographer
Laurel Smith
This isn’t just photography.
Refined through years of artistry, each portrait blends light, connection, and intention—and an experience where you feel truly seen and supported.
Because your journey deserves to be seen with the highest level of artistry.
The Art of Motherhood
Mastery and Intention
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When I became a mother, I was trying to do everything right—but I never felt like it was enough. I struggled to see the beauty in my own story.
That’s when photography became my refuge. It helped me see light again, and now I help other mothers do the same.
Every portrait I create is about more than a milestone. It’s about giving you the chance to see the strength and love that’s already within you—reflected through art.
This work matters because you matter.
I know what it is to carry both the beauty and the burden of becoming.
INTENTION, CONNECTION, and LIGHT
Known for imagery Rooted IN
Kylie Ravsten
"We love working with Laurel! she has done multiple shoots for us, and
Most recently, we trusted her to take our baby's newborn photos, and i'm so glad we did! she delivered gorgeous images of our baby that we cherish. Laurel is talented and professional. We look forward to using her services again in the future!"
each time we walk away with beautiful pictures that perfectly capture our family.
madison conlin
"Laurel is SO talented and the best to work with. She knows how to find the best angles and gives you great guidance.
She's also so great with every member of the family, bringing out our best qualities.
She's patient and has a wonderful eye for what she does. Can't wait to use her in the future!"
stacy redd
"We had such a wonderful experience working with Laurel! She took beautiful photos and made it such a fun yet professional experience.
Her vision as an artist made for the most perfect photos I could've ever hoped for!
My family will treasure these for many generations to come!"
malena tanner
"Laurel is amazing! She was able to coordinate and pick out beautiful settings for pictures. While taking pictures she was able to adapt with my young kids' attitudes and wiggly bodies to create precious moments, which is not an easy job.
Laurel helped make each step so much easier.
Now we can enjoy our beautiful pictures for years. We are so grateful for these precious moments captured forever!"
jessica birk
"Laurel is simply amazing.
We have had 4 shoots with her and each is better than the last.
She makes it fun for our kids and manages to capture everyone the way I see them as their mother. I cannot recommend Laurel enough! We will never use another photographer."
Mary Johnson
"Laurel did a wonderful job photographing my family with 2 kids under 5.
She was efficient with our time, knowing beforehand what poses and motions would get nice pictures, and how she wanted us to work with the lighting.
I love how the pictures turned out and that I feel beautiful in them!"
alexa linscott
"We had a fabulous experience with Laurel in studio. My two year old was having a really hard day. Laurel was so gentle with her, and came up with great ideas to get some quality images despite the pout face. I was completely blown away when I received the images!!
She captures light in such a beautiful way, I could not have been happier.
I'm so in love with my baby announcement pictures, THANK YOU, Laurel!!"
live your legacy now
After your experience you will be able to proudly display luxury artwork of those you love most...because photographs are meant to be touched, held, experienced and cherished.
