Shadowlands Photography is based in Fort Wayne, Indiana and features the work of Photographer Lesa D. Van Meter. Lesa offers a fun & artistic approach to wedding, engagement, high school senior, family, child, newborn and maternity portrait photography. Lesa is available in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and throughout the United States for destination events.
Lesa's love and aim is traveling to and finding unique locations to create emotional, vibrant, colorful, beautiful, candid, timeless and dramatic images which capture the essence. The magic comes to life with a creative fusion of high-fashion, unrehearsed photojournalism and classic posed portraiture.I specialize in portraiture which captures the essence.
I am a PPA (Professional Photographers of America) Member and photograph in Fort Wayne, Indiana and beyond for destination events. I participate in Family Portrait Month and donate fees from every family portrait to Operation Smile, which treats children around the world who suffer with cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities. I am also a volunteer Professional Photographer for Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep (NILMDTS) which provides free, intimate portraits for families grieving the loss of a baby. Those gentle moments captured in the hospital are an important part of the healing process because they reaffirm the family by fully acknowledging the Spirit and life of their baby. I also have done total body medical photography (dermatological) to assist patients and doctors in early melanoma detection. In addition, I offer my photography pro bono to Healthier Moms & Babies (a small non-profit in Fort Wayne).
Lesa's love and aim is traveling to and finding unique locations to create emotional, vibrant, colorful, beautiful, candid, timeless and dramatic images which capture the essence. The magic comes to life with a creative fusion of high-fashion, unrehearsed photojournalism and classic posed portraiture.I specialize in portraiture which captures the essence.
I am a PPA (Professional Photographers of America) Member and photograph in Fort Wayne, Indiana and beyond for destination events. I participate in Family Portrait Month and donate fees from every family portrait to Operation Smile, which treats children around the world who suffer with cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities. I am also a volunteer Professional Photographer for Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep (NILMDTS) which provides free, intimate portraits for families grieving the loss of a baby. Those gentle moments captured in the hospital are an important part of the healing process because they reaffirm the family by fully acknowledging the Spirit and life of their baby. I also have done total body medical photography (dermatological) to assist patients and doctors in early melanoma detection. In addition, I offer my photography pro bono to Healthier Moms & Babies (a small non-profit in Fort Wayne).
Served areas
- Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Chicago, Detroit, Jasper
Highlights and features
- Wedding photography
- Portrait photography
- Senior pictures
- Newborn photography
- Maternity portraits
- Engagement pictures
- Dance studio photos
Associations and certifications
- Professional Photographers of America
Services
We provide professional photography for high school seniors, the fashion industry, businesses, events and families. In addition, we have a robust high school internship program during the school year as well as offer photography education for individuals as well as groups. Shadowlands is available worldwide, but based in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Senior pictures are a once-in-a-lifetime event, so it is the perfect opportunity for you to do something unique and amazing. Our senior portrait sessions are designed completely around YOU - with locations, outfits, and looks you dream of. We work together to capture the essence of your personality, to celebrate your senior year and to launch you into the future.
Whatever your family vibe and style is, we will craft an experience that you will cherish. And, as a full service boutique studio, after your session we will work with you to create custom artwork for your home from your portrait session images. We want to help you adorn your the walls of your home with YOUR family, YOUR culture, the loves of YOUR life.
There is a myth in the midwest that you have to travel to LA or NYC to get amazing modeling, fashion & acting photos. Don't believe it! At Shadowlands Photography - in the heart of the midwest - in Fort Wayne, Indiana, we offer professional photography sessions, high-end retouching & comp cards. We are available for both domestic and international projects.
We are experts at conceptualization, direction and execution of the creative production of photo shoots for print, collateral pieces and web. We will meet your image goals and objectives on time and within budget. Our photographer Lesa has over 20 years of experience as a professional, independent, full-time photographer.
Reviews (4)
Jacquie Aldrich
Jun 15, 2021
Lesa was amazing. She made my daughter feel special and was able to beautifully create what we wanted and imagined! The value of our package we picked was very reasonable and I was very impressed with the number of quality photos. There was no way to choose a favorite so I had to buy them all. I highly recommend Lesa with Shadowlands Photography to any graduating senior or any of your photography needs!
Ashleigh Pratt
May 20, 2020
Shadowlands Photography is a very professional business. The owner has a great eye and is extremely creative and artistic. She has been my go-to photographer for nearly 10 years now. From engagement and wedding photos to family portraits and professional photography for business and corporate parties, she has done it all for us. There is no photographer I would suggest more than Shadowlands. The final product and experience along the way is nothing short of exceptional.
Izzy Rodriguez
Mar 17, 2020
I've worked with Lesa and Shadowlands Photography many times over the past 10 years. Professionally she's been a photographer at many wedding and professional events I've DJ'd. I've also trusted her for my wedding photography as well as family and baby photography. Lesa has always brought excellent location ideas and shown a knack for bringing out the natural beauty in my family and all others she comes in contact with. I strongly recommend her for professional and personal occasions.
Ali Lonas
May 15, 2019