Meet Lauryn - the photographer that quirky creatives love working with!

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You'll probably love working with me too because I'm just as weird and artsy as you are.  And I'm probably just as camera shy.


Trust me, I'm not a fan of getting my photo taken either and I understand wanting to just work on a project and ignore the marketing side of things completely.  


But, especially with A.I. taking over every industry, showing the real human behind your work is more important than ever. And I'm here to help with making that part of your life easier.


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Plus…if you don't show people how awesome your work is, they won't know it exists!


And once you find the right audience, one that likes you for you,  they tend to do whatever they can to help you succeed.


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Why the name Those In Motion?

It's simple, I've spent  over a decade shooting in theaters, on film sets, during live events, and within artists studios.


These aren't places known for being easy to shoot in and people don't wait for you as a photographer. It's lots of low-light situations and fast movement that many photographers struggle in.


But I LOVE IT!  


I thrive on photographing creatives "in motion" and the name sprang out of that. And I'll be honest, you can blame my college theater department and a trip to Edinburgh Scotland for the Fringe for most of it.  ——>

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In-Your-Studio Branding

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Live Performances

 

Events & Premieres

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Unit Stills & Behind The Scenes

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The Work I Love to Do

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I honestly just enjoy shooting in ways that let you be yourself in front of the camera, not who you think you need to be.  Plus you can stress less about getting photos taken because you don't have to pretend to be someone you're not.


Think of me as a fly on the wall, but less annoying and more fun to nerd out with during the session if that's your thing.)


(Not sure what to talk about? I'm currently obsessed with Campaign 4 of Critical Role; learning to swordfight (one of the perks of working with a sword fighting school; and boxing.



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There's just something about photographing someone in their element...capturing the spark of joy or determination or emotion in the eye that you just can't fake with your average sessions.


So, whether you're working in on your next masterpiece, holding a fantasy ball, or have a premiere scheduled for your next production, let's chat.

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Red text logo design for Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh.
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Awesome Clients I've Worked With

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Testimonials

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Lauryn always does a great job of capturing the scenes behind the scenes. They’re ninja-like in that you rarely know they’re there, but at the end of the day, they’ve created a beautiful portfolio of images that perfectly document the actors, the action, and the essence of the film. And they’re just a joy to work with. Highly recommend!


Carrie Collins, Director


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"W&J College has hired Lauryn several times to photograph our theatre productions, and the results have consistently been gorgeous! Lauryn has a knack for taking photographs while the rehearsal is in progress without disrupting the actors or the scene. The result is photography that is truly "in motion" and provides a dynamic record of our work."


Karin Maresh, Director


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I have known Lauryn for several years. Several of the projects I have directed have been photographed by this incredible artist’s eye. Lauryn has a gift of not only capturing what happens in a documentary sense, but also finding that image that somehow manages to capture what you’re trying to say. Its more than working with a photographer, but with an artist and an intellect that is helping you to tell your story. And, a friend. I can’t recommend Lauryn enough.


Kevin Hejna, Director


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I have hired Lauryn for several events, first meeting them on set for one of my projects and being immediately blown away by their hard work and professionalism. It is impossible to find someone more dedicated and committed to providing the best work possible. They are always there to capture the moments that matter as they are happening, and has such a keen eye for making those shots beautiful. Lauryn is extremely talented, always delivers, and is always the first person I call when I need a photographer.


Sé Marie, Actress and Producer


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"As a stage actor, having Lauryn photograph my work was a dream. They are attentive, creative, and uniquely adept at capturing moments that somehow embody the entire mood of a scene. They are also extremely nimble, moving so deftly around the stage that you hardly realize they're there. All of my favorite onstage photos of myself are ones that Lauryn took, and whether I'm building a portfolio or just reliving old memories, those photos are priceless."


Carley E. Lyon, Actress


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What Other People Had To Say About Me

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Lauryn was recommended to me as I said photographer during pre-production of my short Star Wars fan film “The Fallen Apprentice”, and they didn’t disappoint! The photos that they took were absolutely exemplary and I was pretty amazed by the quality, some were even used for our posters and such! I definitely recommend them, I only wish I can provide more than 5 stars on this!

Darrell Pullie, Director


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Featured in

Northside Chronicle

Pittsburgh Courier

Pittsburgh Current

Perth Now

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

WQED Filmmaker's Corner

Duquesne University Alumni Magazine

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