Rye family Photography


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What's better than family photos at home in Rye?


My intention as a family photographer is to create timeless, beautiful photos you will treasure as family heirlooms. But it's a lot more than that. As a Rye family photographer, I'm aiming to capture the unique spirit & story of your family. I want to honor the love you pour into your people. I want to follow you and your family as you grow and change over the years, witnessing every new addition, growth spurt and attitude adjustment (that last one can be a little scary but I'm here for it).


This is what I'm after:

Connection, joy, gratitude, affirmation and belonging.


My son already loves looking at the dozens of photos of his first year adorning the wall of his room. As he grows, our home will fill with more and more family photos. He will look at them and know: I am loved. I belong. I am not alone.


And a lifetime later, when we aren't here, whoever loves us can open that album, drink in those timeless photographs, and feel that connection always.


Let's go play in the yard, on the sofa, at a park, by the sound - wherever your family's favorite Rye spot is!

Rye Child Photography





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I really encourage the entire family to get in the frame, but if you're really really sure that's not for you, it's totally ok.


Let's create beautiful photos of your love(s) that you can hang on your walls and print into albums to enjoy when they're no longer little.


You know as a parent or beloved caretaker - kids change so much, so quickly. Capturing them growing up - growing into themselves - is such a special way to honor your work and dedication as their nurturer.


I've worked with kids in a variety of capacities other than photography - I was a teaching artist for years teaching neurodiverse kiddos of all ages with a wide range of backgrounds. I will meet your child wherever they are and they will be my guide to creating timeless photographs that showcase the beauty inherent in all of us, so easy to see in children.


As a parent myself, nothing will phase me. Bring on the spit up, potty jokes (I've never found something more effective at eliciting those uninhibited, joyous smiles than a good old fashioned potty joke), dirt & tantrums. We got this!


Rye Headshot Branding Photography


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I create down-to-earth images that authentically represent you and your brand at a surprisingly easy, low-stress and possibly silly photo session that will make you feel as awesome as you are.


My clients are coaches, yogis, teachers, writers, speakers, artists and creatives all offering their clients a service that adds value to their lives.


It's really important to me that you feel amazing about how your business is being presented to the world. Our work together will help enable you to do the work you know you're here to do.

Rye Wedding Photography


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This is where Laura Volpacchio Photography was born (very pre "Laura Simon" days!) From professional dancer to professional photographer, headshots were the natural bridge.


Offering headshots for actors, dancers, professionals, teachers, coaches, healers, therapists, yogis, authors, entrepreneurs, online daters, adorable kids - ok, headshots for everyone. We could all use an authentic, approachable, attractive shot of our face these days.


Photographing headshots in Westchester, NYC, The Hudson Valley & The Hamptons. Natural light only because authenticity is my jam, and the earth will always have prettier light than the studio (speaking as someone who shot in studio for years - over it!!)


Rye proposal Photography and Engagement Photography


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These sessions are not for the faint of heart - yes, they are 100% worth it in the end, but as one of my Grooms recently said to his new Fiancé in the middle of our session (after she said "yes"): "this took years off of my life - and Laura's!"


I'm glad to say I don't think secret proposals take years off of my life, but they are an extraordinary amount of preparation on both my part and the part of the proposer (and fellow conspirators).


I've been successfully photographing secret proposals for years and it always ends up being an incredibly rewarding experience for all - but I do know what does and does not work when considering embarking on the secret proposal photoshoot.


All proposal packages include extensive, stealthy planning, unobnoxious (they won't realize I'm there) photography of the big moment and a full engagement shoot right after "yes" happens. 



Rye anniversary Photography




Rye is the perfect place to honor the commitment you've made to each other, whether it was just a few days ago with "yes" or decades ago with "I do".


Anniversary photography is such a special way to honor the life journey you are on together. Often the wedding is the last time couples had professional photos taken of themselves - and I'm talking just them, without the kiddos if there are any. This is a beautiful way to reconnect and create timeless heirloom images you & yours will cherish.


Rye Birthday Party Photography

Capture your big party in style.


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Event photographer for hire


What better opportunity could you get to capture some lovely photos than at a birthday party?

Just think, all of your loved ones, looking great, having a good time, smiling and joking, creating memories to treasure. Why wouldn’t you want that capturing in beautiful professional photographs?

We capture the atmosphere and emotions of parties through documentary style candid photos. Imagine a photography ninja hiding in the shadows capturing the guests when they have no idea. Wait, I mean photographing, not capturing, obviously. We will step in when the time comes for an experienced head to take charge of some group or posed shots but we always do this in a polite and joyful way.

For us, a photographers job is to not only take lovely photos but to add to the experience of the occasion and help it flow. Photos are important but they must come second to everyone enjoying themselves so our approach of being as unobtrusive as possible but stepping in when required is perfect for parties.



Bar and bat mitzvah photographer in rye.


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Bridal shower and engament party photographer in rye.




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Fundraiser and corporate event photography



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