As a family and newborn photographer in the Washington, DC area, one of the questions I often hear is: “Should we include our dog in our session?” My answer is a resounding yes—if it feels right for your family! Having a DC dog-friendly family photography session will feel even more personal and memorable. Whether your […]


The perfect setting for a Fort Hunt family photography session? An early fall morning in Fort Hunt Park. The golden light filtering through the trees and the beauty of nature coming alive with color create a dreamy backdrop for family photography. This fall, I had the pleasure of photographing this sweet family here. Why Fort […]
Cherry blossoms in Washington, DC are popular for good reason. As the winter comes to an end, and spring begins, their delicate pink petals bring so much magic to the city, transforming the landscape into a sea of pink. Set along the Tidal Basin, with the Jefferson Memorial and Washington Monument in the background, the […]

Welcome to my blog! Hi! Thanks so much for stopping by my website and blog. I’m Lauren – the owner and photographer at Lauren Vanni Photography. How all of this began… Long story short: I’ve always loved photography. From taking courses in high school, using film cameras and developing my own film, to a point […]
The nights are long, and the days are short. Time moves on, and one day, you'll marvel at how quickly it all goes by. Professional photography helps you hold onto those moments. It’s an investment you’ll treasure forever.