Born and raised in East Lansing, Michigan, Alfred Laurence has always been deeply connected to his community. Eight years ago, he discovered a passion for photography that has since become the driving force of his creative life. Starting with a simple Samsung digital camera, Alfred captured the world around him with a fresh and compelling perspective. However, a home break-in resulted in the loss of his first camera, nearly derailing his budding photography journey.
But the story didn’t end there. Two photographers, one from Atlanta and the other from Chicago, took notice of Alfred's talent. Their encouragement and support led to the launch of a GoFundMe campaign that allowed him to purchase his first professional camera. With their guidance, Alfred honed his skills and expanded his artistry, transforming his vision into a craft that inspires and captivates.
Today, Alfred is the owner of Beige Planet Photography, a growing business that reflects his passion and versatility. Armed with Canon 5D Mark II and III cameras, as well as a Sony a6000, he photographs just about anything. From capturing the energy of local bands to documenting community events like the Lansing Harmony Celebration, Alfred’s work is as diverse as it is dynamic. His talent has been recognized globally, with his photography featured in 29 exhibitions around the world and published 9 times.
In addition to his artistic projects, Alfred is expanding his portfolio to include real estate photography and offers an online store for purchasing prints and licensing images. Prints can be found on his website at ajlaurence.picfair.com.
Though he works in retail during the day, photography remains Alfred’s true passion. His dedication to broadening his subject matter and improving his craft is evident in every image he captures. The Chronicle News is proud to feature Alfred’s work, including his contributions to MSU Women’s Basketball articles, and we’re excited to have him covering events for us moving forward.
To contact Alfred for pricing and bookings, you can email him at beigeplanetphotography@yahoo.com. Whether you’re looking for a unique print, professional event coverage, or captivating real estate photography, Alfred Laurence of Beige Planet Photography is a name to remember.
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