Business Details
17 Years
experience
Award-Winning Senior, Family & Documentary Photographer in Central Virginia
Since 2009, Laura Matthews Photography has specialized in capturing life's most meaningful moments through senior portraits, family photography, and documentary-style sessions. Founded by Laura Matthews, a former registered nurse turned award-winning photographer, the business combines technical expertise with a heartfelt approach to create timeless images. Our work has been nationally published in outlets like Seniorologie and Style Weekly, and we've earned recognition as one of Richmond's top photographers through client testimonials and industry accolades. With a focus on natural light and authentic storytelling, we serve clients across Central Virginia, including Glen Allen, Richmond, Hanover, and Ashland. Our sessions prioritize client comfort, offering both lightly posed and candid moments that reflect each family's unique dynamics.We provide high-resolution digital images alongside premium print options, ensuring clients can preserve memories in both digital and physical formats. Our commitment to community extends beyond photography through volunteer work with organizations like Lab Rescue and the National Brain Tumor Society. With over 15 years of professional photography experience and a background in healthcare, we bring both artistic vision and compassionate service to every session. Our process includes personalized preparation guidance, flexible location options, and a guaranteed delivery of meticulously edited images that celebrate life's milestones.
Services
Senior Portraits
Family Photography
Performance Photography
Documentary Sessions
Ballet Photography
Graduation Celebrations
Print Services
Digital Galleries
Location Sessions
Heirloom Products
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of professional photography experience with seniors and families
- Personalized approach combining technical expertise with heartfelt storytelling
- Nationally published work in Seniorologie, Style Weekly, and David's Bridal Prom
- Guaranteed delivery of meticulously edited digital images and premium prints
- Community-focused business with extensive volunteer experience
What people say
Stunning work
Easy to work with
Exquisite gallery
Great boost of confidence
Cherish for decades
Services
Senior Portraits
Customized photography sessions for high school seniors focusing on personal milestones. Sessions include location options across Central Virginia, multiple outfit changes, and both posed and candid shots. Clients receive digital images in color and black & white formats with optional premium print products.
Family Photography
On-location and in-home lifestyle photography capturing family dynamics. Sessions accommodate 15-60 minutes with options for both structured and candid moments. Includes high-resolution digital images and access to custom printing services for albums, wall art, and keepsake cards.
Performance Photography
Specialized documentation of dance and theatrical performances. Combines technical precision with artistic vision to capture movement and expression. Available for select seasonal collaborations and private bookings with professional and student performers across Central Virginia.
Documentary Sessions
Authentic storytelling through unposed, observational photography. Focuses on capturing natural interactions and significant life events. Ideal for clients seeking genuine documentation of personal milestones and everyday moments with family members.
Ballet Photography
Artistic collaboration with ballet performers featuring seasonal sessions at iconic Richmond locations. Requires director recommendation for participation. Combines technical expertise with creative vision to showcase dancers' artistry and athleticism in both studio and outdoor settings.
People
Laura Matthews
Photographer & Owner
Award-winning photographer with 15+ years experience in senior portraits and family photography. Former registered nurse with degrees from Randolph-Macon College and WGU. Recognized as Nikon Pro and published in national photography publications. Combines healthcare background with artistic vision to create compassionate, client-focused sessions.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
Senior portraits, family photography, performance documentation, and ballet sessions. Includes both on-location and studio options with digital and print deliverables.
How much do sessions cost?
Senior collections start at $595, family sessions at $595. Prints start at $8 and custom albums from $65. Prices include digital images and editing.
What should I expect during a session?
1-2 hour sessions with multiple outfit changes, location options across Central Virginia, and both posed and candid photography. Includes pre-session consultation and post-processing.
How quickly will I receive my photos?
Galleries delivered within agreed timeframe, typically within 2-4 weeks. Includes high-resolution digital images in both color and black & white formats.
