My Story
It all started with a camera in my 10 year old hands...
Hi, I’m Stephanie—wedding and elopement photographer, lavender latte enthusiast, wife, and mama of two wild-hearted kids. I’ve had a camera in my hands since I was 10 years old. What started as a childhood fascination quickly grew into the way I connect with the world—through emotion, color, light, and story.
I’ve been photographing weddings for the past two years, but photography has been a part of my life for nearly two decades. I’ve always been drawn to documenting the real stuff—honest, unscripted connection that makes people feel something.
In 2020, my husband and I eloped in the mountains of Colorado—just the two of us and our photographers. That day changed everything. I realized just how beautiful a deeply personal, quiet, intentional wedding day can be. It’s why I do what I do: to give couples a chance to feel that same kind of magic and remember it forever.
Photo by Vow of The Wild
What its like to work with me...
I’m a Missouri-based wedding and elopement photographer who believes that photography should feel effortless, honest, and meaningful.
From our first conversation to your final gallery delivery, my approach is rooted in connection, intention, and care. Your wedding or elopement day isn’t just a photo shoot—it’s a story you’ll relive for the rest of your life. I’m here to help you live it fully and remember every moment.
Before your big day, we’ll meet several times—in person or over video calls—so I can truly get to know you as a couple. We’ll talk through your vision, your priorities, and what matters most to you. I’ll help you plan a timeline that reflects your values and gives you space to breathe, soak it in, and actually enjoy your wedding.
On the day of, I’m more than just your photographer—I’m also your calm presence and problem-solver. I’ll help you get ready, keep the energy grounded, and even assist with vendor communication if needed. My goal is to make sure you’re taken care of, so you can focus on each other.
During your ceremony, I’ll guide you to the most beautiful angles and light, and then step back and let you be present—fully, deeply—with each other. Whether you’re exchanging vows on a cliffside, in your backyard, or in a quiet forest, I’ll be there to witness it all with reverence.
Afterward, we’ll celebrate in a way that fits you. Want to hike a trail to a hidden lookout? I’m in. Prefer to sip cocktails with friends, snuggle by a fire, or paddle across a peaceful lake? Let’s do it. Dreaming of riding horses on the beach at sunset? I’ll be right there, capturing every windswept, joy-filled moment. Whatever your adventure looks like, I’ll be right beside you—camera in hand—ready to document the emotion, movement, and joy.
Because to me, that’s what this is all about: honest connection, lived-in moments, and telling your story as beautifully and authentically as I can.
Fun Facts about Me
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Woman of Many Hobbies
While I am passionate about photography I have my other skills that I like to think help enhance my creativity and problem solving skills. I love to read, knit, crochet, paint, draw, sew, garden, and do woodworking when I can find the time!
Lets Tell Your Story
Ready to make something beautiful together?
Whether you’re eloping in the mountains or planning a celebration close to home, your love story deserves to be told with care, artistry, and intention.
I’m currently booking weddings and elopements for 2025 and 2026.
Based in Missouri—but always ready to travel wherever your story takes us.