DIGITAL & FILM WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY THAT MEETS YOU AT THE INTERSECTION OF DOCUMENTARY, ARTFUL & EDITORIAL

Weddings, like you, are multi-dimensional, and they deserve to be photographed that way. My approach isn’t rooted in just one style of photography. I bring my background in photojournalism along with my passion for fashion, architecture, art and design into a wedding day so that different parts of the day get the attention and photographic style they deserve. Whereas most of a wedding day is inherently photojournalistic, there are moments that require thoughtful guidance and directing. My expertise lies in making that happen with ease while keeping true to the story of your day.

THE EXPERIENCE

I'M ZAI LAFFITTE.​

It’s pronounced like “hi,” but with a Z, and “la-feet,” like the historic suburb of Paris. 

Fifteen+ years in, I’m still very in love with this job, still cry at weddings, and still pinch myself occasionally because I can’t believe I get to do this for a living. 

While I spend a good portion of the year traveling the U.S. and the world for weddings, home is a quiet suburb of a beach town in South Florida, where I spend my free time gardening, decorating my home, and being with my loved ones. 

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LOVE NOTES FROM MY COUPLES

From the moment she arrived, she made us feel confident, comfortable, and completely at ease in front of the camera. Her energy was unmatched, she was constantly moving, encouraging us, and making the entire experience feel natural and fun. She captured our wedding day in a way that felt authentic, intentional, and full of life. She didn’t just photograph our wedding, she made it unforgettable.
ERIKA & ALEXANDER
She handled family dynamics, large bridal and groom parties, and the natural chaos of a wedding day with complete grace, efficiency, and genuine care. She is incredibly kind, warm, and has such a calming presence, and she integrated so seamlessly into our day that it truly felt like she was part of our wedding, not just documenting it.​
SAMANTHA & TYLER
Yes, her work is beautiful, but having her energy around us during the biggest weekend of our lives was really the best part. In the midst of the craziness of a wedding day, it felt like we got a moment to breathe by walking around and taking photos with an old friend. Zai’s attention to detail is unmatched, and she captured small moments throughout our day that we will cherish forever.
KATIE & SCOTT