Finding each other was like rolling a critical success, and your wedding experience should be, too. A wedding day without a pre-determined vision of “should”--no forced smiles, no faking it, no rules, and definitely no stiff timelines to limit your experience.
It’s simple: always all day documentation, always a mixed media approach in (mostly) film and digital, always with edge. Because you don’t want to forget this feeling. The entire story, full of lived in, honest images of genuine moments, that bring you right back.
Be present, I’ve got you. I'm not here to be a "hype person" or to "make you look like models" -- in fact, I aim to be exactly the opposite, as a calm, supportive presence and trusted confidant who just happens to be slingin’ a lottttt of cameras and paying very close attention. For couples who run towards the unexpected and seek a day full of true memories, I take a hands-off approach to documentation with an alternative edge.
An introvert at heart and guided heavily by empathetic emotions in the whirlwind of a wedding day, I am constantly reading the emotions of the room and photographing as moments unfold naturally, reaching for unconventional images when the good light or your energy inspires it. The result allows you to be fully immersed in your day, each other, and the wild, beautiful chaos that is your wedding day without pressure or performance, trusting that your day will be honestly, artfully and intentionally time capsuled.
HEY, I’m Steph. i shoot film. When I’m not taking photos of cool people, you’ll find me adventuring in an rpg, curled up with a fantasy book, or at a neck deep show. It’s a good life.
Bea & Rob, Alternative Denver Wedding
“Steph made us feel like our weird wedding ideas were perfect because they were for us. She’s all about doing your own thing with your wedding day. She is great at making even the most awkward people feel good in front of the camera (hi, it’s us).”
“We felt like we were just hanging out with a friend who happened to be taking awesome pictures at the same time.”
beyond just "adding a few rolls", I'm shooting in tandem with digital coverage for a true hybrid documentation of your day. YOUR GALLERY INCLUDES A CURATED MULTIMEDIA MIX OF 35Mm, medium format, and super8 moving film.
true Hybrid digital and film DOCUMENTATION
BEYOND smiling at a camera in a field (EYEROLL?), THIS BEFORE WEDDING SESSION IS A COLLABORATIVE OPPORTUNITY. I spend intentional hours with my couples before wedding day, so we can get to know each other and ensure you feel comfy going into wedding day. So take me to where you first met, OR ON A BUCKET LIST DATE, AND I'LL DOCUMENT REAL MOMENTS ALONGSIDE YOU TO TIME CAPSULE WHO YOU ARE, RIGHT NOW.
engagement sessions exclusively offered to hpc couples
There’s no travel fees to anywhere in my home bases of Colorado, Illinois, or Florida, with destination options custom built to your needs. And no matter where we go, you’ll have an experienced destination wedding photographer (I’ve been to 10+ countries and counting) and can help guide you the entire way, even if you’ve never left your home state before.
Travel included
No matter who you love, what you look like, where you're from, regardless of how cool or trendy or luxury your wedding might be (because backyard shin-digs are my jam), despite your family trauma or anxiety around getting married, you’re wanted and celebrated here.
Fierce, unapologetic inclusivity
You’ll have unlimited opportunities to email or hop on a video call with me, with full support for all your weird, off the wall ideas, and trusted vendor recommendations to match.
A resource immersed in your wedding day
Built with a stress-free experience in mind for introverted couples, with plenty of room for intentional time spent together and room to breathe, this coverage goes beyond the “amount of hours” I’m there with you. THE ENTIRE STORY, ALL DAY, ALWAYS.
Comprehensive all-day photography coverage
Yeah, I’m not kidding, BECAUSE I’m just as excited as you are to RE-LIVE ALLLL THESE EMOTIONS FROM YOUR DAY.
Sneak peeks within 48 hours
mo + max, colorado garden wedding
"Our wedding was non-traditional in many ways, full of live music, LOTS of tears, sweaty and aggressive dancing lol, and all kinds of little weird details that mattered so much to us. Somehow, Steph captured EVERY detail, all of the tears, and the quirky beauty of the day with such authenticity. You can feel every ounce of joy, love, and emotion through her lens and we will cherish the gift of Steph's magic for the rest of our lives."
“There are not enough words in the English language to articulate our love and appreciation for Steph. ”
I BELIEVE IN TRANSPARENT PRICING
Your wedding experience is determined by the events of your day and the moments that happen — not an hourly "timeline" that limits your options, and that's why I'm dedicated to telling your entire story from beginning to end. I’ll meet you with FULL, transparent pricing information right after you reach out, so you’ll never have to worry that I adjusted your quote based on the budget you vulnerably shared with me (yes, this really does happen), or made you meet on a call before disclosing prices.
PHOTO COLLECTIONS RANGE FROM $4,600-12K
IT'S SIMPLE: always ALL DAY DOCUMENTATION, always with a mixed media approach in (mostly) analOG film AND DIGITAL, always with edge
documentary style wedding photography packages
Why? Because it’s fucking fun. AND MOVING Films are an extension of your story, offering moments that otherwise cannot be captured in a still image.
Heart-racing wistfulness captured in home video style nostalgia, Super 8 films can be booked AS A STAND ALONE SERVICE, OR WITH PHOTOGRAPHY.
SUPER 8 doesn’t replace a more traditional wedding video (if that’s your jam, but it isn’t mine); HOWEVER, this style of video has all the feeling along with perfect imperfections. The films are shot by hand, and carefully woven into your photography coverage and edited to a music track.
Extend The Story With A Super 8 FILM
Kira & Simon, Denver Courthouse Wedding and Backyard Reception
“As a couple with lots of anxiety, having Steph’s calm and easy-going presence was so helpful on the party day. Steph is kind, patient, organized, helpful, and of course creates wonderful photos. She photographed our courthouse “I Dos” and our backyard celebration with friends and family. I’m so thankful we chose her.”
HERE'S HOW THIS WORKS
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YOUR WEDDING YOUR WAY
You’ve spent months planning a day that feels truly your’s, and I can’t wait to fiercely celebrate the love you’ve found. I’ll document it honestly, stepping in only to gently guide you towards the good light, and letting the rest happen naturally so you can actually enjoy it. With an emphasis on candid and true moments, you’ll never have to perform for a single minute, and will spend this day immersed in your celebration, with your person and your people and the elevated images to match.
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Roll for Initiative
You make the first move, and after you reach out, you’ll get transparent pricing options and detailed experience information. I’ll get back to you within 48 hours guaranteed, and we’ll set up a time to hop on a quick call to get to know each other. Your date is secured once I receive your contract back and your 25% retainer
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GETTING TO KNOW YOU
while we wait for wedding day, i'll spend this time as your trusted confidant for any last minute questions or venting sessions. we'll touch base to intentionally walk through what to expect on wedding day to ease your anxiety, and i'll be here along the way as a trusted resource on the ground.
THE DOCUMENTARY STYLE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
It Means The Fucking World To Be There For You.
if your family didn’t support how you wanted to get married...
after you’ve fought fiercely for this love...
after all the stress and planning and family dynamics to navigate...
while the anxiety of it all starts creeping in...
we're doing this on your terms, together.
