Lauren Sosler Photography

Lauren Sosler Photography A motherhood & family film photographer.

The most beautiful outdoor newborn session on
08/27/2025

The most beautiful outdoor newborn session on

These are only a SMALL glimpse into the reality of what Helene destroyed in Western North Carolina. I debated on whether...
10/22/2024

These are only a SMALL glimpse into the reality of what Helene destroyed in Western North Carolina. I debated on whether or not I should share these images. I took them a week after the storm cleared and cried as I walked along the River Arts District.

Overwhelm doesn’t fully grasp the feeling when you see the devastation that so many are encountering. This was a place filled with artists, chefs, baristas, and business owners.

Can you imagine waking up after a 3 day storm to not only discover that homes were destroyed, cars buried under mud, stores completely wiped away, and hundreds of people dead. Of all that was ruined, your place of business was one of them.

Can you imagine having to pay a mortgage on a building that no longer stands? Employees to pay. Insurance not helping you.

Can you imagine not being able to charge your phone, cook a meal, flush a toilet, or take a shower? FOR WEEKS! There are still so many people without power or water. I only received internet service a few days ago and kept reminding myself of how privileged I am.

And yet, life goes on.

For those who don’t live here, it’s not your problem. But for us, it’s a long road of recovery. It’s pain. Disbelief. Confusion.

The first portrait is of Hannah Rothstein, an artist who was cleaning out what once was her place of business in the River Arts District. A real person, with a real life, a real story, and a real loss. She is one of thousands.

The storm may have passed but we are still recovering. Please be kind. Be gentle. Be helpful.

Consider donating to one of the many business owners who are unable to open their stores or restaurants for weeks or months from now.

If you’d like to see more photos without the Instagram crop, let me know. I have 60 photographs.

All images taken by Lauren Sosler

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The best newborn session is the playful one, in your home, surrounded by your little loves. There is beauty in the chaos...
10/21/2024

The best newborn session is the playful one, in your home, surrounded by your little loves. There is beauty in the chaos.

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Yesterday, I had my first session since the natural disaster around my home. I was originally supposed to photograph thi...
10/19/2024

Yesterday, I had my first session since the natural disaster around my home. I was originally supposed to photograph this baby the Friday morning of the storm when baby was 1 week old. Then floods came and destroyed homes, businesses, and lives.

This sweet boy was named Noah and a week later, there was a thousand year flood. Ironic. And just like the story of Noah, a rainbow appeared. There is still life growing in the midst of pain. There is hope.

Thankful for this family! & thankful to be able to document their 4th son. A true privilege and joy.

I had to share some favorites from this motherhood series during the family newborn session. Mothers need loved soaked portraits with their babies now more than ever.

P.S. we finally have power, wifi, and water to flush toilets. All “small” things that we take for granted and I hope I never do again. It’s been a long 3 weeks and we still have a long road of recovery ahead.

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When your toddler rather kick around and play than join the photo but it turns out to be a magical real life happy mama ...
09/18/2024

When your toddler rather kick around and play than join the photo but it turns out to be a magical real life happy mama moment! ✨

These are the moments that I LOVE to photograph! The genuine, the playful, the vibrantly happy! Because in all honesty, these are the moments you’ll long to remember.

If you agree, let’s book your in-home newborn session today! Your home doesn’t need to be perfect and neither do you.

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More playful newborn sessions please!
09/03/2024

More playful newborn sessions please!

I never shared these film scans. A little early summer photo dump. Before the garden grew abundantly, Mariela cut her ha...
07/26/2024

I never shared these film scans. A little early summer photo dump. Before the garden grew abundantly, Mariela cut her hair, and before we extended our deck & Alex built a gazebo.

A lot has happened in the last 9 weeks.

P.S. if you’re considering hiring a photographer between now and Fall, you should book asap before my calendar is closed. I just created a LOCALS ONLY session experience; in your home, the Biltmore, or a local park. Run don’t walk!

scanned by taken on my on a gloomy Saturday in May.

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Stumbled upon this while updating my website today. A sweet newborn portrait on film, in my clients home, with big siste...
07/22/2024

Stumbled upon this while updating my website today. A sweet newborn portrait on film, in my clients home, with big sister’s hand.

It’s never too late to hire a me to photograph your newborn baby!

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Perfectly imperfect summer memories on a cheap plastic 35mm film camera. Some images taken by me, others by my husband, ...
06/27/2024

Perfectly imperfect summer memories on a cheap plastic 35mm film camera. Some images taken by me, others by my husband, and a few by my children. Not all of them “came out” because it’s a basic point and shoot with no ability to change settings (last photo shows the camera) but it was fun to travel with and document the week in DC without any hassle or worry (it’s so small and light that I was able to keep it in my bag and grab it out when needed).

I’m not sure if I’ll ever use it again but I could see myself buying cheap color film so the kids can play around & document vacations on their own.

Thank you for developing the film

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No wrong answers! What is your DREAM photography session? Maternity, newborn, children, family, in-home, outdoor, studio...
06/25/2024

No wrong answers!

What is your DREAM photography session?

Maternity, newborn, children, family, in-home, outdoor, studio, colorful, black & white, playful, simple, classic, anything. If cost weren’t a factor, what would you hire a professional to photograph for you? Give me all the details!

I’ll tell you mine in the comments.

P.S. this is a black & white film photograph of Auden when he was 3. We were at a farm. I love documentary photos of my children.

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