Photographer Spotlight: Lauren Bryant

Location: Birmingham, AL

What's in your camera bag & what's your favorite lens? 

Contax 645 (medium format) with Carl Zeiss Planar 80mm f/2 lens Nikon FM2 (35mm) with AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 lens Nikon D810 with AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4 lens (backup camera) My favorite lens is, hands down, the Zeiss 80mm!

Who inspires you?

This entire community! How lucky are we that we have such a talented, sweet community of motherhood photographers that truly embodies #communityovercompetition? It is so fun to be able to connect, encourage, and draw inspiration from like-minded and hearted women.

What is your favorite thing to do when you're not working?

Favorite thing? Or what do I actually get to do when I'm not working? HA. I LOVE to travel and wish I could do more of it, but kids. Something that I am able to do every day that I really enjoy is working out. Right now, I am loving pilates!

What makes your brand unique?

I'm just a small fish swimming in a big lifestyle photography sea, so I would have to say my heart. Specifically, my heart for my clients and desire for connection. That's why we are here, right? I truly value my time and conversations with my clients more than hitting the shutter and creating. And I believe that my best work shines through because of those life-giving conversations and relationships.

What's your favorite aspect of your business?

Photography fills my creative cup to the brim. And it gives me an opportunity to connect. It's all about the relationships and people.

What business advice would you give to someone overwhelmed with starting out?

Don't compare yourself to other photographers . Your brand will define itself if you stay true to yourself and shoot what makes your heart sing. If you feel overwhelmed or burnt out...your heart isn't there. And if your heart isn't there, your work will reflect that. Find your voice and what inspires you and continue to pursue those things.

What's your Starbucks drink?

Fun fact: I have a caffeine intolerance. It's okay, you can feel bad for me! No morning gasoline or afternoon pick-me-ups for this gal. I basically only drink water...sparkling water if I'm feeling crazy. And I do like the occasional hot tea at night!

Where can we find your work?

Website: www.laurenbryantphotography.com

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/laurenbryantphotography

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenbryantphotography