ABOUT LUNU PHOTOGRAPHY
An Artist’s Eye
I photograph with the understanding that your cherished relationships will become your most beloved memories.
CREATIVE FOUNDATION
I approach each wedding as a visual narrative of its own. The work follows the relationship rather than a formula, resulting in photographs that feel personal and specific to the people involved.
I take a measured approach to every image. Nothing gets pushed too far or overworked. The result feels polished without losing what made the moment special.
CREATIVITY
You should feel genuinely excited when you see your photos. This is why I won’t move on until an image feels right. And I’ll give each one the attention it deserves
When I promise you something, consider it handled. I stay on top of communication and timelines so nothing falls behind. And you never have to track, remind, or worry.
The Heart of the Work
EXCELLENCE
Committed To The Craft
ACCOUNTABILITY
Peace of Mind
QUALITY
A Sense of Ease
ST. LOUIS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
TANYA KANO
Some moments need a gentle nudge. Others are better left to unfold.
For me that way of seeing started early. I once came across a box of old family photographs. My grandmother in full 1970s glam. My great-grandmother’s studio portrait from the 1940s, taken in Austria.
MEET
What stayed with me wasn’t the styling or the era, but the feeling it carried. The warmth in their eyes. And a presence you could feel through the photograph. It stayed with me in a way I didn’t expect.
It became the reference point for how I photograph people today.
MEGAN W
I was blown away by her professionalism, warmth, and ability to capture our wedding with stunning memories we can cherish forever.
“You can tell Tanya loves what she does by the quality of her work.”
The Heart Behind
Lunu Photography
Lunu is named after my kids. Their baby nicknames, Lulu and Nunu, became the name behind my work.
THE NAME
Watching my kids grow has taught me how fleeting the small details are. Photography became my way of holding onto what would otherwise slip by.
THE INSPIRATION
I admire classic films for the elegance in every scene. The language, the wardrobe, and the deliberate cinematography.
THE CLASSIC INFLUENCE
Painting was my first creative language. Studying it taught me to slow down and really see what was in front of me. That way of looking stayed with me and continues to shape how I photograph.
THE CREATIVE START
You don't have to wonder what happens next. Booking a photographer for the most important day of your life can feel like a leap - will they understand your vision, will I look my best, is it going to be stressful?
I build my process so you never have to guess. Every step is clear, professional, and designed to let you relax into the experience - from the moment you reach out to the day you open your gallery.
Here's exactly what to expect.
How it works
We'll hop on a call or meet for coffee, whichever feels more like you. This isn't a sales pitch - it's a chance to see if we're the right fit. You will share your vision and I will expertly guide you through what you would need to make your vision a reality.
Once it feels right, I'll send over a simple agreement, collect a $500 dollar deposit, and upon signing, you are officially booked. No fine print and no surprises. You will choose to either pay the balance prior to the wedding or pay a monthly amount.
02. connect
In the months leading up to your day, I'll send a planning guide and stay in touch to map out timing, shoot list, family formals and all the other details in between so every detail is accounted for on your wedding day. With me you have someone who will make sure your days is organized and planned out.
Inquire here. Tell me a little about your day, your date, your venue, your story so far. I respond within 1 day and schedule a discovery call where I guide you through what services will work best for your needs.
04. prepare together
01. inquire
03. book
05. the day itself
I arrive early, stay close and let the day we planned unfold. I always have a second photographer with me who will capture the other angle so both Bride and Groom's reactions are expertly photographed. My direction stays guided and allows you to enjoy every moment of your wedding day.
06. the reveal
Within 2 weeks, your gallery arrives - ready to relive again and again for years to come. Albums arrive within 2 months of final design approval.
ASHLEY
She was very accommodating, patient, and made us all feel very comfortable and relaxed.
“Tanya captured precious moments for us that we’ll cherish forever!”
