Laura Hatcher is an award winning and published event, headshot and portrait photographer based in Alexandria, Virginia. She started her photographic journey while on active duty with the United States Navy. Laura, now a retired Naval Officer, opened a small studio in the heart of Old Town, Alexandria and is enjoying her second career as a full time photographer.  She continues to serve the Veteran community with her headshot and military ceremony photography.

Laura’s work has been featured in the Washington Post, Architectural Digest, Forbes Magazine, VIP Alexandria Magazine, and several college Alumni magazines. Her clients have included: The City of Alexandria, Visit Alexandria, The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association (her Alma Mater), The US Capitol Historical Society, and Texas A&M The Bush School of Government and Public Service.  Laura's work can be seen at: www.laurahatcherphotography.com

Laura teaches the following classes for Capital Photography Center:

* How to be a Photography Business Owner
* Exploring Headshot Photography
* Getting Started With Studio Lighting
* Portrait Editing- Tools and Techniques

What People Are Saying About Laura
"Laura is engaging, challenging, has great empathy and can sense when a class participant is feeling overwhelmed. Her entire vibe is upbeat and encouraging. I signed up for more of her classes."

"I really like how excited Laura is to share her knowledge. She is very generous with her time and talents."

“Laura is a wonderful teacher and I loved her delivery and teaching style. She provided so much more information than I was expecting, and I cannot thank her enough for her candor and her approach."

"Honestly, Mrs. Hatcher is a great teacher. She makes the content practical and very easy to understand."

"Laura is engaging, challenging, has great empathy and can sense when a class participant is feeling overwhelmed. Her entire vibe is upbeat and encouraging. I signed up for more of her classes."

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