Hi, I’m Lanae ray.

i’m 28 years old, unapologetically me, loud about what i love, and the kind of creative who can turn literally anything into art. i’m outgoing, easy to vibe with, and i have a knack for making people feel comfortable, confident, and empowered in front of a camera and in life.

I’ve always been a “jack-of-all-trades” type, a retired makeup artist turned creative strategist with an obsession for branding, photography, and anything that lets me build a whole aesthetic from scratch. I’ve been playing with cameras for over ten years, using photography as a creative outlet in almost every project I touch. In 2024, I finally decided to take it from hobby to hustle and pursue something I’ve wanted to do for years.

I’m all about authentic energy, unique, bold ideas, and empowering people to show up as their real selves. I’m a proud feminist, activist, and LGBTQ+ friendly baddie who believes art should make people feel something.

The beauty I see lives in the in-betweens. The raw, nostalgic, and beautifully imperfect moments. I get to capture that magical exchange between two people when their eyes speak their own language and say everything without a single word. I live for the awkward, uncertain laughter that fills the quiet, the kind that turns into comfort and connection. The way a parent looks at their child, the joy of siblings tangled in giggles, and the chaos of trying to wrangle a toddler who definitely did not sign up to be here. I photograph the messy joy. Capturing all the moments that remind you what it felt like, not just what it looked like.

And when I’m not creating? I’m a mom to my one year old rainbow baby girl. My greatest muse and my daily reminder to lead with love, courage, compassion, and intention.