Your life is a masterpiece.

Capture the moments.

Make them into art.

Lara Grauer Photography is a Seattle portrait studio that specializes in making custom art for your home.

Every piece is designed with the end in mind, whether it will be displayed on the wall, collected in a handcrafted album, or preserved for passing down to the next generation.

At our studio, your portrait experience is about legacy, and creating a future that’s free from regret.

We are here to capture memories and make them into art that lives beautifully in your home. We frame your favorite stories with captivating light, selective color palettes, and genuine expressions. Your wall art and albums are custom-designed to coordinate with the style of your environment.

Whether we’re capturing your child’s first steps, a bond you share through family relationships, or a moment when you want to pamper yourself - your story shines with love and enthusiasm. Your portraits are more than pictures. They are a lasting reminder of who you are, who you love, and the things you never want to forget.

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Family Photography

A brown and white dog with blue eyes lying in crumpled white bedding.

Pet Photography

High School Seniors

Headshots

Portrait of a woman with shoulder-length brown hair, smiling, wearing a black blazer and a white shirt against a dark background.

Easy for you is easy for us.

1. Vision & Design

Your consultation is the first step in our signature experience. We’ll create a vision for your artwork and dream about the possibilities. Whether it’s a series of framed wall pieces, or a collection of portraits bound in an album, this is where you’ll start making it into a reality.

2. Photoshoot

Next, you’ll be welcomed with a smile for your big day. If you’ve opted for hair & makeup styling, that will set the mood. Your session will include refreshments, fun music, clear posing directions, and our well-known silly antics. You’ll leave with fun memories to accompany your great portraits.

3. View & Order

The last step is viewing & ordering. We’ll walk you through the choices and make sure you never feel overwhelmed. You’ll see the art virtually hung on your walls , so you’ll feel confident about your purchase, knowing you’ll love it before you say yes.

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Meet the Team

  • Close-up portrait of a woman with wavy brown hair, green eyes, and hoop earrings, wearing a patterned top and looking directly at the camera.

    Lara Grauer

    Studio Owner & Photographer


  • Black and white portrait of a man smiling and looking to the right, wearing a dark collared shirt.

    Art Grauer

    Studio Manager / Assistant / Chief Cook & Bottle Washer

  • Close-up portrait of a black and tan dog with amber eyes against a dark background.

    Odin

    Gigantic Loaf

What Clients Say

  • A woman with shoulder-length wavy blonde hair, smiling, wearing a white dress with short sleeves and a collar, standing against a plain white wall near a window with white curtains. She has visible tattoos on her right arm.

    “Lara made the entire process so comfortable, I was actually excited for picture day. The photo session was super relaxed, and despite my natural awkwardness Lara was able to make me feel comfortable and take some great shots.”

    Marina Berti

  • A woman and a young girl face each other with foreheads touching, showing an affectionate moment.

    "Lara is the most amazing photographer I have ever worked with. She is very professional and she was great with my daughter. We’ve used Lara’s services multiple times and would absolutely use her again for our family photos!"

    Courtney Hamilton

  • A man wearing glasses, a red sweater, and a green blazer, holding a small dog dressed in a red sweater, against a dark background.

    “I got a corgi puppy and wanted to capture his puppy y"ear"s with some late 80s style photos. BEST DECISION EVER! Lara did a great job listening to what I wanted and slam dunking the product.”

    Jay Pritchett

  • Portrait of a confident African American man with glasses, a blazer, and a watch, smiling with arms crossed against a gray background.

    "My session was great! The studio is really comfortable, Lara was great, and my photos look fantastic!! I’d definitely use Lara again."

    Uzo Akotaobi

  • Close-up of a baby with blue eyes and light skin, looking at the camera with mouth slightly open.

    "Lara is able to capture expressions that you never thought possible! Her fun and laid back methods put her subjects at ease, resulting in photos that tell the story of your life."

    Kari Christopher

A smiling woman with shoulder-length brown hair holding a camera, standing in a photography studio with professional lighting equipment, wooden boxes, a chair, and framed photographs on the wall.

About Lara

Lara Grauer has over 30 years of experience behind the camera. She started her journey at Northwestern University, and is now regarded as one of the best portrait photographers in America.

She’s had the honor of earning national recognition for her work, and she’s proud to be a Certified Professional Photographer. Lara is a professional speaker, and she serves on leadership teams for Professional Photographers of Washington and Professional Photographers of America – because she believes in raising the bar for her craft and community.

Your Portrait Journey Starts Here.

Our calendar fills quickly, and we take a limited number of sessions each month to ensure every client receives our full attention. We serve both portrait clients and branding/headshot clients through the same signature process.

Commissioned portrait experiences begin at $990, with most clients investing between $3,000–$7,000. For those who desire a more extensive collection, additional options are available.