ALL ABOUT Hailey

We believe in creating images that remind you of the best moments in life. 

Our Vision

No matter how organized you are, it still feels like you're juggling everything—planning, timelines, family expectations, and somehow trying to be present for the moments flying by.

You want a photographer you can trust to not only show up, but to see you—someone who understands the heart behind your day and can anticipate the in-between moments you’ll treasure long after the whirlwind settles.


capturing beauty since 1995 (the day my parents gave me my first disposable camera)

About hailey

With 13 years of experience and an editorial, story-driven approach,  we're here to give you both: the artistry your wedding deserves and the guidance that lets you finally exhale. 

Cody and I have learned how to read a room, follow the emotional shifts, and step in only when it truly serves you. We aren't here to  manufacture moments or force you into poses that feel disconnected from who you are. Instead, we know when to quietly step back so your story can unfold on its own—those natural glances, the soft laughs, the way you reach for each other without thinking.
 

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logan & bridget

"Every photo feels like a piece of art, and she managed to preserve not just the big moments, but the little in-between ones that we’ll treasure forever."

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jessica + ken

#1 Reason to Book Hailey and Cody? Because they are absolutely the most wholesome people and you will always be smiling and laughing when you are around them.

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courtney + jeff

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JUST. BOOK. HER. NOW! We can’t begin to describe how absolutely incredible Hailey Lauren Photography is, and we’d book her a thousand times over.

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While our thumbs might not be perfectly green, we love tending to the little garden behind the home we moved into just after getting married. it’s become one of our favorite ways to slow down, grow something together, and appreciate the seasons as they come.

our garden

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When we're not photographing weddings, you'll find us

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Even amidst the joyful chaos of our home with our daughters, we make time for little rituals that let us connect—grabbing a cappuccino at a nearby
 cafe.These mini-dates are our way of pressing pause, sharing a laugh, and nurturing our relationship, one small moment at a time.

cappuccino

grabbing a 

When we're not photographing weddings, you'll find us

Travel is in our veins—whether it’s discovering new corners of the world for a wedding or chasing the beauty of a destination celebration, we love the opportunity to capture love stories in inspiring settings. Each journey brings fresh perspectives, unexpected moments, and inspiration that continues to shape the way we photograph every couple

on the road

When we're not photographing weddings, you'll find us

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after hundreds of weddings and growing together, cody and i get to shoot our first international wedding together. one of our biggest life goals. 

2025 / 

after photographing engagements and weddings as a hobby,  we realize that i have to quit my 9-5 job if we are going to keep going.

2014 / 

cody and I get married and buy our first digital camera in the hopes of documenting our life (and maybe our kids) someday

2012 / 

i take embarassing modeling pictures with my highschool friends in the field and spend all my free time editing.

2008 / 

I turn five and my mom gives me my first digital camera. Love is born. I think i may want to be a national geographic photographer when I grow up.

1995 / 

YEARS

Through the

As parents to two sweet girls, we feel the pull of time every single day—the way their laughter shifts, their footsteps grow steadier, their curiosity widens. Every adventure we take with them, whether it’s across the world or simply in our backyard, becomes a moment we want to freeze in place.

 That devotion to preserving their story is the same passion we bring to yours. Photographing your love, your people, your fleeting, irreplaceable moments isn’t just our job—it’s a reflection of what we cherish most in our own lives.

What we Do

THE HEART BEHIND

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Cody Gonya

assistant photographer

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Hailey Gonya

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Growing up with a parent in the military—born overseas and moving every six months—taught me how quickly life can change. That constant motion sparked my love for travel and my instinct to preserve the small, meaningful moments that make each chapter feel like home. 

I originally trained as a marriage and family therapist, but the pull to create my own business and spend my days doing what I love most never went away. Now, I’m inspired by time with my two girls, quiet moments with a book, cozy coffee shops, and accidentally rescuing more cats than planned (we’re at six). All of it shapes the way I see the world—with intention, curiosity, and a deep desire to tell stories that feel true.

hailey gonya

lead photographer

This business wouldn’t exist without Cody. From the first professional lens we bought to the moment Hailey took the leap and left her job, he was the one encouraging every step of change. He asked to be part of the process from day one, and he’s been there ever since—shooting every single wedding beside Hailey with a quiet steadiness and an eye for detail that elevates everything we create together. While he steps away during the week to work as an accountant, he’s the driving force behind our research, growth, and the plans that keep this dream moving forward. He’s soft-spoken, often surprising people with the perfect witty one-liner, and is endlessly loyal to his favorite underdog team, the Browns.

cody
gonya

assistant photographer

Your wedding deserves intentional artistry. If you feel a connection to my work, I’d love to learn more about your vision and check availability for your date. 

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