Purpose & Passion: L.R. Photography

Purpose & Passion: L.R. Photography Portrait Photographer As a natural light photographer, my passion is catching real moments on camera and being able to share those moments with people.

I am a very sentimental person, and I think that’s partly why I love photography so much. I love capturing candid emotions and feelings in photographs. Photographs “stop time” and are memories that you can always come back to over the years. I believe everyone has gifts and a purpose here on this earth. My purpose is to love and serve people to the very best of my ability. I want to make people’s

lives a little more sweet with some photos they love of themselves and their loved ones. I am a people pleaser at the core and have a servant’s heart. I am also passionate about relationships. I love my family and a close group of friends, and the love of my life, Andrew.

If it's not the Kansas wind, it's the unpredictable Kansas weather/storms! Tonight it was the Smolik extended family's t...
06/24/2025

If it's not the Kansas wind, it's the unpredictable Kansas weather/storms! Tonight it was the Smolik extended family's turn to play the betting game with Kansas weather! We changed the session time at least 3 times to try to find a pocket of sunshine/no rain. We changed location 3 times because of the last storm and tonight's rain. But goal accomplished. We shot fast and furious in a tight 30 minute timeframe and got some great updated family photos for them! Thanks Smolik family for hanging in there with me!

We battled the classic Kansas wind and a rambunctious 2 year old tonight! The Holloways did amazing though and we got so...
06/22/2025

We battled the classic Kansas wind and a rambunctious 2 year old tonight! The Holloways did amazing though and we got some gorgeous photos of their new little family of 4! Big brother is smitten with his 2 month old sister and we got some sweet photos of them. Thanks for braving the wind (up on Coronado Heights at that!) with me, Holloway family!

Andrew and I were able to get up to Minnesota and see my cousin and take some engagement photos with him and his fiancé!...
06/01/2025

Andrew and I were able to get up to Minnesota and see my cousin and take some engagement photos with him and his fiancé! So fun getting to see some new scenery and hanging out with my cousin I don’t get to see often anymore. Conroy and Ana were great hosts and we loved getting to see their “neck of the woods!” Congrats you guys! And we wish you many years of happiness!

Last month I got to be part of another proposal! With a little planning and communication (and last minute location chan...
05/28/2025

Last month I got to be part of another proposal! With a little planning and communication (and last minute location change - because Kansas City prom night! 😅😬) Peter and I pulled the big surprise off for Allison! Wish you guys the best!

After a couple post-pones the Schrags finally got their family session in! The day may have been a little gloomy and we ...
05/28/2025

After a couple post-pones the Schrags finally got their family session in! The day may have been a little gloomy and we trudged through some pretty saturated grass but these guys rocked it! River and Kollyns were troopers, even though we didn't a ton of big smiles. :) I love having repeat clients and watching families grow.

The Cox family had a beautiful night for some family photos! I always love extended family sessions because you almost g...
05/20/2025

The Cox family had a beautiful night for some family photos! I always love extended family sessions because you almost get to see "the big picture." You see the love that was created and relationships that were bonded. I also love doing these because it preserves lifetime memories and legacies. You get to look back and remember, and also show future generations. Kohen is the life of the party if you can't tell. Even if he was somber the whole time. 😄

When I jumped into the world of photography around 2016 I remember June was the month for weddings. A lot of people I kn...
05/17/2025

When I jumped into the world of photography around 2016 I remember June was the month for weddings. A lot of people I knew were getting married in June, and across the U.S. it was the most popular month to get married. Being a teacher, what's what we chose too! But the last several years it has switched to the fall - specifically September/October. So interesting to watch how trends change! The fall is a beautiful time! The colors, the weather, the crisp air! If you're thinking of getting married this fall and are still looking for a photographer hit me up! We can chat about how you envision your big day and all I have to offer!

Part 2 of Christina's senior photos! Last August we walked around Little River and got Christina's first round of photos...
04/30/2025

Part 2 of Christina's senior photos! Last August we walked around Little River and got Christina's first round of photos done and yesterday we explored McPherson some and got to take more gorgeous photos! I love when my seniors bring their personalities and their interests to their sessions! It makes it so fun and unique! Christina loves reading, Taylor Swift, and is going to KU (Rock Chalk!) in the fall! Good luck Christina and all 2025 seniors!

2026 Seniors: If you're having trouble deciding on when to take your photos and what season, I've got a package just for you! It's a two-parter where you can decide whenever you want to do it! We could do this summer and get a lot of summer/green weather and then some beautiful fall colors! Or we could do bold fall colors, then light, airy, fresh photos in the spring! The options are endless! Message me for more details or if you want to book!

I've had multiple people ask about mini sessions recently, and while I don't offer them as an option normally, I decided...
04/28/2025

I've had multiple people ask about mini sessions recently, and while I don't offer them as an option normally, I decided to open up a date for some mini session slots! These are a great way to get some quality photos quickly, and for less than a full session! Couples, kiddos, immediate families are perfect for these! Mother's Day is also right around the corner! I would have these finished by then! *cough*cough kids and husbands! ;)
May 4 starting time slots at 5:30pm.
15 minute sessions
$200 ($100 non-refundable retainer due at booking to secure slot)
5 free images (option to purchase more)
Online gallery
Print release
Let me know if you want a slot! I only have 8 slots available!

This last weekend I got to freeze time with a couple special people and watch a dream come true for them! Reagan asked m...
04/22/2025

This last weekend I got to freeze time with a couple special people and watch a dream come true for them! Reagan asked me a while back if I could document his proposal to Macy up at the Konza and of course I said yes! We've gotten to know these two through the fire department the last several years and it was sweet to be able to take these! Congrats you two! Can't wait for the big day!

When last minute sessions work out, bonus if it's an adorable family! Nicole has always wanted a family session to docum...
04/19/2025

When last minute sessions work out, bonus if it's an adorable family! Nicole has always wanted a family session to document these crazy, but precious years with her family, so I am so glad we could make this work! Carter is already the best big brother to Maveryk!
I promise you won't regret getting family photos done with your loved ones! Little ones, grown ones, small families, big families. No matter where you are at in life, these photos will be gifts you treasure a lifetime. Message me to get on the books!

I was so excited get the Brown family in front of my camera tonight! You never know what you're going to get with two to...
04/11/2025

I was so excited get the Brown family in front of my camera tonight! You never know what you're going to get with two toddlers (mine included) and family photos! Johvi and Vivienne were troopers for some jelly beans at the end! Thankful we could get in before these beautiful trees' blossoms left us!
*Also when all else fails, let the 18 mo old carry the perfect-for-her stool around!

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