We're Lauren and Frances, the team behind the lens

We are based in Seattle, washington, and also available for work anywhere in North America.

Manic Pixel Studio, nestled in Seattle, creates mouthwatering food, product, and lifestyle photography for all your digital and print needs. Our story? After 17+ years mastering commercial photography in the e-commerce world, work wives Frances Sato and Lauren Shelzam decided it was time to create on their own terms and haven't looked back!

Our Approach

We’re dedicated to providing a seamless and collaborative photography experience, partnering with you to bring your vision to life. Our professional and relaxed approach ensures we capture authentic imagery that reflects the nature of your subject, highlighting the essential aspects that resonate.

Personable

Curated details

Storytelling

Through composition

Expert Lighting

And natural editing

Meet the Team

Lauren Zamora Shelzam

Photographer

Frances Sato

Producer

In her spare time Lauren likes to shoot film, entertain her rambunctious

kitten Ripley, and go for long hikes with her husband.

When not spending time obsessing over the planning of a successful photoshoot, Fran enjoys relaxing at home, hanging out with her husband and their “too smart for his own good” German shepherd, Herschel. (Husband and dog are listed in no particular order.)

All relationships are based on trust & common values

It's crucial that we connect and see the beauty in the same things. We will have a call or meeting before signing any contracts.