Hey, I'm Layah.
Let's make somethingyou'll actually love.
I'm a photographer who genuinely wants you to have the best time — because that's when we get the real, beautiful, unscripted stuff. No awkward posing. Just us, good light, and great energy.
A little about me
I want you to feel like yourself — not like you're performing.
My whole thing is making sure you actually enjoy the shoot. Whether it's your wedding day, a brand shoot, or an event — I want you walking away like "that was actually so fun." Because that energy? It shows up in every single photo.
I'm Layah Lauchie — your photographer, your hype person, and honestly your biggest fan during the whole process. I'm based in Michigan but I'll go wherever the work takes me.
I shoot weddings, portraits, events, and brand work — and I bring that same relaxed, intentional energy to all of it. You don't have to know how to pose. That's literally what I'm here for.
My job is to make you look and feel incredible — and to have a great time doing it.
Let's work together →Zero stiff posing.
I'll guide you the whole way. You just have to show up and be yourself — that's genuinely all I need from you.
Fun, real, and intentional.
My clients always say it felt more like hanging out than a photoshoot. That's exactly the goal.
Photos that actually look like you.
Not a version of you that's trying too hard. The real, gorgeous, in-the-moment you.
The work
Real people, real moments — this is what we make together.
Luke & Cierra Wedding
First moments
Wedding · Portraits
Getting ready
Wedding · Detail
The rings
Wedding · Detail
The walk
Wedding · Ceremony
Through the glass
Wedding · Ceremony
Ring exchange
Wedding · Ceremony
Stolen moment
Wedding · Portraits
The cake cut
Wedding · Reception
Forever & always
Wedding · Detail
The Ellis' Wedding
Open skies
Wedding · Portraits
The flag
Wedding · Editorial
Close
Wedding · Portraits
The vows
Wedding · Ceremony
Just married
Wedding · Ceremony
Real joy
Wedding · Portraits
The whole family
Wedding · Portraits
Golf cart kiss
Wedding · Portraits
Pure joy
Wedding · Candid
Motion
Wedding · Artistic
The dip
Wedding · Portraits
Into the horizon
Wedding · B&W
CultureCon Events
Energy in the room
Events · CultureCon
Style
Events · CultureCon
The look
Events · CultureCon
Dancing
Events · CultureCon
The crowd
Events · CultureCon
Dripped out
Events · CultureCon
Move
Events · CultureCon
Portrait
Events · CultureCon
On the ones & twos
Events · CultureCon
Investment & services
Here's what it looks like to work with me
I keep my client list small on purpose — I want to pour into every single shoot. The numbers below are starting points. Hit me up and we'll figure out what works for you.
A vibe check call · professional editing · private gallery · full-res downloads · print-ready files · personal & business licensing · payment plans — just ask.
Portrait session
Personal brand, editorial, headshots, milestone moments. We'll chat before we shoot so I know what we're going for — then I'll take care of the rest.
Wedding collections
Your whole day — from the getting ready chaos to the last song. I'm watching for the quiet moments just as much as the big ones.
Events & gatherings
Launches, parties, cultural moments — I blend in, move fast, and deliver images that actually capture the energy of the room.
Brand photography
For creatives who need imagery that actually looks like them. We'll build a whole visual world — photos you'll use across your website, socials, press, everything.
Still not sure what you need?
That's literally what the first call is for. No pressure, no commitment — just a conversation.
Okay, so tell me — what are we creating?
Whether you have every detail planned or you're just starting to think about it — reach out. I read every message personally and I'll get back to you within 48 hours.