“Growing up with a creative mind in the boundaries of a town populated by less than 7,000, I’ve learned to create my own magic and nurture it myself. To me, capturing my suburban surroundings in photographic form is like a digital love letter. I connect most to genuine and intimate settings and I feel that small towns are where most of that energy blossoms from. Aside from giving me good feelings, I hope that my suburban narratives can provide comfort for those growing up feeling lonely or unaccounted for.”

Lauren Tepfer is an 18 year old photographer and director living and working in New York City. Having grown up in southern New Jersey, her work captures the essence of a teenager living in suburbia. Lauren began shooting portraits of her friends and family at the age of 13 and since then has developed an evolving body of work.

Lauren has had her photo work in both LA and NYC and has had her films screened in NYC. She is currently studying at Parsons School of Design pursuing a BFA in photography. Lauren has been written about in PAPER, Teen Vogue and NYLON.