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Executive Portrait Series at Norterre | Kansas City Corporate Headshots
When Norterre reached out about their executive portrait series, they were clear about what they did not want. No grey backdrops. No stiff poses. No…
PORTRAITS & BRAND STORIES · KANSAS CITY
Telling Stories. Building Memories.
Hi, I’m Lai, the photographer behind Bokeh Story Photos. I tell your brand story through portraits, people, and the work you do.
We’ll plan the ideas, styling, and setting together. During your session, I’ll guide you with room to move naturally and let your personality come through.
I also work with models and actors to bring their ideas and characters to life.
THE PHOTOGRAPHER BEHIND BOKEH STORY
Meet Lai
It began with the moments I wanted to remember.
My photography grew from documenting everyday moments into creating stories with people.
Today, I bring that same attention to brand photography, modeling, and actor portfolios, combining thoughtful planning with room for expression and imagination.
In Their Words
“I had a lot of fun, and the pictures turned out great. I would recommend having pictures taken with her to any of my friends, without hesitation.”
Joshua
“Lai made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera. She let us do our own thing while periodically posing us as well.”
Sandy
“She treats each session very personally and does fantastic work!”
Tegan
Awards
Publications
Five magazine publications featuring fashion, runway, and editorial photography.
- North Magazine · November 2016
Adorn Style Show and Brunch
Fashion and runway photography · Pages 26–27 - HERLIFE Magazine · November 2016
Adorn Style Show and Brunch 2016
Event coverage and fashion photography · Page 22 - HERLIFE Magazine · November 2015
Adorn Style Show and Brunch 2015
Event coverage and fashion photography · Page 28 - North Magazine · November 2015
Adorn Style Show Promotes Local Boutiques
Adorn Style Show photography · Page 10 - HERLIFE Magazine · August 2015
Timeless Beauty
Adorn Style Show advertisement · Page 27
Bokeh Stories
The people, ideas, and moments behind the photographs.
July 10, 2026
Personal Brand Headshots in Kansas City | UX Product Designer Portrait Session
Not every portrait session is about a milestone. Sometimes it is about showing up: professionally, confidently, as exactly who you are. I had the pleasure…
June 11, 2026
UX Glass Wall | Kansas City Corporate Photographer | Bokeh Story Photos
Some of my favorite work doesn’t happen in a traditional portrait session. Sometimes the story worth telling is about a team: how they think, what…