Meet your photographer

“Lei has such a special ability to make anyone feel comfortable in front of her camera— literally anyone.”-Lynnsie P.

Hi! I am Lei! the photographer you didn’t know you needed.

I have always carried a passion for people and photography. This is what led me to pursue a degree in Cultural Anthropology and Photojournalism at Portland State University. My background and experience with photography was noticed by many people on social media, where I began to receive request for portrait sessions in 2012. I started off photographing families and children only, but quickly booked my first wedding in 2013. I jokingly tell people that this business literally fell into my lap, but in a way it did! I was able to take my passion for photography to a full-time career and I haven’t looked back since!

Photography is one of my life’s greatest blessings and I only hope to provide each and every single one of you with timeless images that your family will cherish for generations to come. I take pride in my ability to make people feel at ease in front of my camera while capturing authentic and genuine moments.

i am your all-in, candid-moment obsessed kind of gal, with one goal in mind-

to provide you with eye-catching images that portray your GENUINE PERSONALITY.

“We have been using Lei for years to capture all of our life’s special moments. We wouldn’t trust anyone else.”
— Kalin A.

the tea on lei

  • My son Jake may have a different opinion on this, but nonetheless, he is my entire world! He is a charismatic jokester who loves to light up the room with laughter. He doesn’t have an athletic bone in his body, but he is an extremely talented artist who dreams of attending SCAD Visual Arts.

    The apple didn’t fall too far from the tree.

  • My partner David is a full-time K-9 trainer and competitor, specializing in West German Showline Shepherds. When I am not shooting or editing, I am traveling to world class dog competitions! So far, David’s career has taken us to Belgium, France, The Netherlands, Germany and Mexico!

    I have learned to always pack a lint roller!

  • 2022 was such a monumental year for me. Not only did I go full-time with my photography business, but I also opened the doors to my boudoir studio, Rising Woman Boudoir, located in Gainesville, Georgia.

    Check it out at risingwomanboudoir.com

  • I have always been fascinated with different people and their cultures. I am particularly fond of all things FRENCH. When David and I visit Paris I completely engulf myself in the language, the food, the atmosphere- ALL OF IT. My travels have inspired me and my photography more than anything else. I have adapted the European way of life- you work to live, not live to work. If we become friends, you will quickly learn that I am always planning a trip abroad.