FINE ART PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

Celebrate Life’s Most Important Moments

Monica Lau is a fine art portrait photographer providing clients an amazing photo experience – complete with hair, makeup, and wardrobe – delivering timeless images that become generational art.

FINALLY, PICTURES THAT YOU LOVE

Priceless pictures that capture everything adorable about your toddler

Images of yourself that reflect the real you and how you want to be remembered

Sentimentally beautiful pictures of your graduating senior

Too often, we miss the opportunity to celebrate ourselves and capture the precious memories of our children before they're grown and gone.

  • No pictures of yourself that you love and are proud to display in your home

  • Missing the precious toddler days of dressing up as their favorite superhero or princess

  • An empty nest with no images of your graduating senior who has left for college

Finding a good photographer is more than hiring someone who takes great pictures.

  • It's about connecting and establishing trust that produces deeply personal photographs

  • And a photo session that is fun and makes you feel special from beginning to end

The result?

Pictures that become generational art.

“There’s having your picture taken...
And then there’s having a moment beautifully immortalized by an artist with the eye, talent & skills to bring it all together!

Monica Lau is beyond amazing. There’s no doubt she’s gifted behind the lens. But what really blows me away beyond the perfect portraits she created for me & the family are the moments she captured in between poses. She produces images you can ~feel~, and that’s why she’ll always be our first choice for local photography.”

— JERMAINE S.

I’ve spent 30 years perfecting my craft and know what it takes to capture exquisite images. Every session includes all the elements of a great picture:

RELAXED

I know how uncomfortable it can be having your picture taken, so I make the time to get to know every client before we start. And work with them throughout the session to ensure they’re relaxed.

BEAUTIFUL

Great photos begin with hair and makeup that look flawless through the camera lens. And an experienced photographer who knows the proper poses and lighting to create beautiful images.

FUN & ENGAGED

From beginning to end, I aim to ensure that everyone who works with me enjoys the experience. There's no rush in my professional studio, and every stage of the day is meant to be enjoyable.

Capture the Memories Before They’re Gone

As a mom, I know how special the years are and how quickly they pass. And I know what it's like to put everyone's needs before your own, and sometimes you want something just for you. It's my passion to deliver a fantastic experience from beginning to end that produces exquisite photos.

“Monica gets to know each subject and makes them feel like they are the most important person in the room. She takes her time with each step of the process: planning the shoot, day of with hair/makeup/dressing changes, and then the reveal.

She is not just a photographer; she is a professional portraitist. What we received are personal heirloom-quality portraits that draw out each individual's personality. I look forward to working with her again in the future!”

— SUSAN C.

PLAN YOUR PHOTO EXPERIENCE

It's easy to get started with Monica:

STEP 1 – PLANNING SESSION

We begin with a complimentary consultation to discuss the images you want to capture and plan your look.

STEP 2 – PORTRAIT SESSION

Next, artists create your look (including hair and makeup), followed by a half-day session with multiple wardrobe changes in my studio and/or outdoor garden.

STEP 3 – IMAGE REVEAL

Finally, we present you with the top images from your session and select those that will become forever art.

Why Monica Lau Photography?

It's important to savor the time with your children, commemorate milestones and celebrate who you are at any age. I ensure you never regret a missed moment while delivering a personal and amazing experience.

For more than 30 years, I’ve been behind the lens, capturing important moments. I began my career in newspapers and magazines and, after many years, realized creating photographic portrait art is my true passion.

But not everyone is as comfortable in front of the lens, which is why I offer a total experience from beginning to end designed to make every person I photograph feel comfortable and beautiful. When I see clients tear up during the image reveal upon seeing their stunning images, I'm constantly reminded why I do what I do.

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Let’s plan your dream photoshoot!

Please fill out the form below or call 808-349-5148 to get started.

EXPRESS YOURSELF

Imagine the possibilities