Photographs with feeling. Stories that feed your soul.


Nostalgic imagery for those special moments


Elopements & Storytelling Family Sessions based in Illinois & travels anywhere

 

Couple in cream sweaters and jeans leaning against rocky cliff in autumn forest.
Black and white image of couple cuddling on a bench near an Avondale Bowl Coming Soon poster.
Bride with sunflower bouquet and groom smiling inside an elegant vintage bank vault doorway.
Black and white portrait of smiling woman sitting beside floral stool in white studio setting.

Hi, I'm Laura! Owner of Vinyl & Bloom Photo. I am your photographer for those intimate celebrations & storytelling family sessions. Based in Illinois and available to travel anywhere in the U.S.

 

 

 

My Work

Two smiling women in white tops and jeans standing barefoot in sunny greenhouse doorway together.
Couple sitting together on bench in dimly lit bowling alley lobby, black and white photo.
Woman in dark maxi dress holding white baby's breath bouquet on wooden bridge.
Young woman in white dress crouching beside stool with 2025 cake, flowers on white floor.
Bride and groom sharing a moment inside a vintage bank vault room at The Treasury venue.
Black and white photo of couple dancing on forest path in autumn.
Close-up of pregnant woman cradling baby bump wearing gray sports bra in moody natural lighting.
Couple in matching cream sweaters and jeans leaning on stone railing in autumn park.
Woman in dark prairie dress standing among bare trees in moody forest landscape.
Two tattooed women smiling and sharing photos on camera while relaxing on vintage tufted sofa outdoors.
Young woman in white strapless mini dress seated by sheer curtains with graduation gown nearby.
Bride and groom sitting at outdoor table beside The Treasury brick building on their wedding day.
Black and white photo of couple standing together under rocky cliff overhang.
Woman in floral maxi dress standing on stone steps in sunlit garden with tall trees.
Woman in white mini dress with bow standing at bar with man in blue jacket.
Woman in white strapless dress holding black graduation gown, standing by sheer curtains on hardwood floor.
Young woman in white dress holding chocolate cake with 2025 candles, graduation cap beside her.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sitting outside The Treasury building on their wedding day.

What People Say

She was amazing to work with, she made my stepson smile which was huge lol he didn’t want pictures but she was very friendly and she has great attitude. LOVE how the pictures turned out!


-Family Photos

I love her and the pictures so much. This was the best experience I have ever had with a photographer! She is quick and efficient and the quality of the photos is amazing. I definitely recommend her for everyone!!



-Senior photos

Laura is the sweetest! She did my branding photoshoot and they were beautiful! Throughout the photoshoot, she made me feel very comfortable and talked me through the poses so everything became natural! I would definitely recommend her for your next shoot!!


-BRANDING PHOTOS
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Bride in a white ball gown with a long train and veil stands facing open French doors in a bright room with brick walls and marble floors.
Let's Work together

Thank you for choosing me to capture your story <3

 

 

vinyl.bloomphotos@gmail.com