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Testimonials

Learn about clients' experiences working with Lauren, in their own words. Want to see more of her work? Explore her portfolio.

Headshot of a woman in a coral suit.

Véronique Filloux

“Lauren is an amazing artist, onstage and off, so it's no surprise that her photos are impactful, artistic, and tailored to represent the individual. She takes the time to get to know each client's personality, aesthetic, and artistic vision, and it shows. Perhaps her greatest strength is her ability to make people feel comfortable in front of the camera- I felt so at ease and confident, and Lauren was able to capture my most authentic self because of that. She is humble, generous, and extremely skilled, and she radiates positive energy. I could not recommend her more highly!”

Headshot of a woman in a gold off-the-shoulder dress.
Portrait of a man in a brown jacket against a brown backdrop.
Headshot of a man in a brown jacket against a brown backdrop.

Brandon Bell

“Working with Lauren was a relaxed and collaborative experience, and I felt comfortable and safe in her space from the start. She was attentive and open to my ideas, while also suggesting thoughtful directions I might not have considered on my own. By the end of our shoot, I had more great photo options than I knew what to do with, which is truly a gift.”

Blake Jennings

“I’ve been using Lauren’s photos for my social media profiles for almost 5 years now! She perfectly captured the exact mood I was looking for. She gave me a one on one consultation on what I wanted out of the photos, prepared a vision board, and brought a fun, light-hearted vibe on shoot day! Anyone that has the opportunity to book Lauren is in for a fantastic experience start to finish with amazing photos to be proud of after!”

Headshot of a man in a purple sweatshirt and glasses, laughing.
Portrait of a man in a green sweater in a natural setting.
Headshot of Quinn Middleman looking into the camera with her hand on her chin.

Quinn Middleman

I enjoyed our photoshoot so much! Lauren made me feel so comfortable- I felt like I was able to take risks and show a different side of myself than I have in other photoshoots. The resulting photos capture honest and authentic expressions facing directly at the camera, something I’ve struggled with in the past. The process was so enjoyable, and Lauren is a true collaborator. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants photos showcasing their true self!”

Portrait of Quinn Middleman seated on the ground in an all-black outfit.
Portrait of Sara Coit looking away from the camera.
Portrait of Sara Coit looking up as glitter falls down around her.

Sarah Coit

“Lauren has a great eye, skill, creativity, and the kindness to make a photoshoot an enjoyable experience. She’s collaborative and invested in helping the client achieve their vision.” 

Hannah Ludwig

“Lauren is absolutely fantastic to work with! She got EXACTLY what I wanted for my new press photos and now they are adorning my new teaching website. She has a beautiful eye for softness and colors and she makes you feel so relaxed during the session.  Her pictures perfectly encapsulated who I was as a person and performer and I’m so grateful for her and her talent.”

Portrait of Hannah Ludwig on a bench outdoors.
Portrait of Hannah Ludwig leaned against a wall outside, looking to the side.
Portrait of a person with their hands on either side of their chin, gazing at the camera.

Lindsey Polcyn

“Lauren did a fantastic job on my headshots and promo photos. She was so much fun to work with, and took the time to make me feel comfortable and beautiful. I can’t wait to feature my gorgeous pictures on my artist website. I recommend Lauren for anything from professional headshots to artistic portraits.”

Serious headshot of a person in a deep purple shirt.
Headshot of Jessica Beebe in a pink suit against a pink background.
Headshot of Jessica Beebe with her hair up, looking over her shoulder at the camera.

Jessica Beebe

“Lauren is amazing! She has such a good eye for beauty, depth and detail. I felt so comfortable the whole time, and the photos she took of me really captured my true self.

Langé Mngxati

"You never really think of photoshoots as being therapeutic until you've had one that stands out, one that makes you realize that there's no part of you that you need to hide, especially if you have a few body image insecurities like acne. This truly defines the experience for me."

Headshot of Lange Mngxati in a bow tie against a light background.
Portrait of Lange Mngxati seated against a wall in casual dress and sneakers.
Portrait of Peter Barber in a dark outfit against a dark background, engulfed in shadow.

Peter Barber

“Lauren was a joy to work with for my headshot session. She helped me create and capture the vibe I was looking for, thinking about everything from specific locations at certain times of day, all the way to angles and outfits. If you're in the market for a photoshoot and Lauren is available, save yourself some time and book her right away.”

Portrait of Peter Barber outdoors in an industrial cityscape.

Yazid Gray

"Lauren is nothing short of amazing! I usually feel so awkward when I take photos, but she made me feel so comfortable and confident during our session. The headshots turned out great and are exactly what I was looking for. We laughed and had some great conversations along the way. She really delivers and listens, which is super important. I highly recommend!”

Portrait of Yazid Gray in a jacket against a white brick wall.
Headshot of Yazid Gray against a bright graffiti background.
Portrait of Renee Macdonald in an olive green gown against a dark, shadowy background.

Renee Macdonald

“Working with Lauren is such a comfortable and empowering experience. I've never really liked the way I looked in pictures, but she managed to capture exactly what I felt on the inside to the outside.

Headshot of Renee Macdonald looking intensely into the camera.
Portrait of a woman jumping up mid-motion against an industrial cyan garage door.
Portrait of a woman running in front of a colorful wall of graffiti.

Marissa Chalker

"You should hire Lauren! She takes a fierce photo and she's super fun to work with. I'm continually impressed by her commitment to her projects, no matter the medium.

Portrait of a pregnant woman in a flowing blue dress, which is blowing in the wind behind her.

Sam Cerimele

“It was such a pleasure to work with Lauren from start to finish! Before our session she asked for my ideas and was prepared to bring my vision to reality. She made me feel comfortable and at ease during the photo shoot. As for the photos themselves, WOW! I could not be happier with how they turned out! Overall, I highly recommend Lauren for your photography needs!”

Intimate portrait of a pregnant woman holding her stomach, lit softly and among shadows.
Portrait of Valerie Filloux in a blue jumpsuit, hand on chin and looking into the camera.
Portrait of Valerie Filloux in a warm-toned dress against a brown background, leaning against the ground.

Valérie Filloux

“As someone who does not feel at home in front of a camera, Lauren made sure to make me feel comfortable, supported, and beautiful! Her attention to detail is incredible- she found the exact aesthetic I was looking for with these photos, and clearly invested so much time and thought into planning a wonderful shoot. I would highly and especially suggest young singers who are looking to shape their brand reach out- both financially and artistically, Lauren is sure to help you move in the direction you're looking to go.”

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Self portrait of photographer Lauren Cook.
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