Silhouetted figures wearing cowboy hats stand in a row against bright sunlit background creating a dreamy atmosphere.
Couple splashing and playing in shallow ocean water at sunset, creating ripples in the golden light in Jacksonville North Carolina.
A couple dances in shallow ocean waves during a romantic pink sunset on a serene beach in Wilmington North Carolina
"Mom and Dad" written inside of a heart drawn in the beach sand, couple holding hands in the foreground, Coastal North Carolina Maternity
bride and groom walking hand in hand in eastern North Carolina
Silhouettes dancing against a dramatic sunset sky with clouds during a couples session in Jacksonville NC.
Couple having romantic picnic with guitar on sunny hillside meadow, eastern nc photographer
man picking up woman and spinning her on a beach in wilmington nc
A couple poses in tall grass on their wedding day, wearing a lace gown and tan suit against misty mountains in Jacksonville.
Black and white photo of couple dancing romantically under a willow tree in an outdoor rural setting in North Carolina.
Couple dancing together in a sunlit meadow with trees and mountains in the background in NC.
bride and groom laughing in a in n out burger booth
A tender black and white moment between a couple wearing white t-shirts and jeans sitting outdoors in North Carolina.
couple sitting on a picnic blanket in the california desert
groom lifting his bride while kissing her in Palm Springs California
couple standing with their backs to each other while turning around and looking at each other in joshua tree
black and white couple holding hands while walking through Joshua tree national park
Joyful couple embraces and spins in a grassy field against blue sky and mountains on a sunny day in Jacksonville NC.
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Based in Jacksonville North Carolina

 

Weddings, Elopements, & Couples

A bride and groom share intimate moments inside a wedding venue located in Eastern North Carolina featuring elegant white floral bouquets
A white heart-shaped wedding cake with delicate piped decorations and
A bride in a flowing white dress walks through tall grass in a meadow at golden hour in North Carolina

Photographs you'll love for decades


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VIBRANT , TRUE TO LIFE


CANDID & PROMPTED

 

 

 

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A photographer in a cozy brown sweater holds a camera while enjoying a sunny day at a beach in North Carolina.

Hey, I'm Steffanie!





I am a couples, elopement, and wedding photographer in Coastal North Carolina serving Jacksonville, New Bern, Wilmington, the Crystal coast, and beyond!


I have been working magic behind the lens since 2012, and I earned my BFA in Photography from Arizona State University in 2020.


My approach combines movement prompts and polished posing to help couples feel comfortable, present, and genuinely themselves in front of the camera.

I'll guide you when you need direction, step back when the moment deserves space, and help you feel comfortable the entire time.

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Bridal Details taken during getting ready photos at a fall wedding in North Carolina
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WEDDINGS


Elopements


COUPLES


 

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A couple playfully throws autumn leaves in the air while enjoying a fall day in a local Jacksonville North Carolina park
A romantic couple in western attire embraces during sunset against a dreamy sky backdrop in Jacksonville North Carolina
Two hands reach towards each other at Wilmington North Carolina Beach, sunset sky and clouds in the background creating a silhouette effect.

photography for couples who...

 

 

go with the flow, love to laugh, and value experiences more than anything!

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A black and white wedding moment showing the couple playing with acoustic guitars in an outdoor setting, North Carolina

Joyful candids & polished prompts.

My approach to photography uses prompts to help you look polished while also staying authentic to the emotions of the moment.

 

 

Let's work together!

 

Couple smiling at each other in a golden hour field with wildflowers and autumn trees in the background.

COUPLES / MATERNITY


STARTS AT

$500

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A couple stands on rocky terrain against dramatic boulder formations in a desert setting.

ELOPEMENTS


2 HOURS START AT

$1,200

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A close-up of a bride in a sequined wedding dress and lace gloves standing next to a groom in a beige suit in Jacksonville North Carolina.

WEDDINGS


6 HOURS START AT

$3,200


 

 

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Client Love

"We had the best experience!

and we are absolutely in love with the final gallery! From the start, she made us feel so comfortable and at ease. She captured our relationship so beautifully and authentically—she has such a natural way of capturing real, meaningful moments."

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A couple shares a romantic moment in a lush green forest in Jacksonville North Carolina, man in striped shirt gently touching woman's hair.
A black and white wedding photo showing a couple embracing outdoors in a desert landscape with a flowing white veil.

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Two brides in white wedding dresses hold hands and raise bouquets while celebrating in a desert landscape with Joshua trees.

Can't wait to hear your story and start planning your day

 

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A COUPLES, ELOPEMENT & WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER SERVICING
JACKSONVILLE + WILMINGTON  NORTH CAROLINA & THE SURROUNDING AREAS