Hi, I'm Stephanie!  I'm a senior in high school who loves people + Jesus.  I also love photography!  

I know-- you guys are all like, "whaaat?" ;)

Some of my other interests include music, volleyball, writing, organizing, and reading.  I have four siblings, and just about thirty-ish cousins... I'm pretty proud of that because family is so important.  That's one of the reasons I love photographing families so much!  You get to see everyone's personalities, how they interact, and those little quirks that someday you'll miss.  Those things are so important to remember-- which is why I consider it an honor to capture those memories for you!  Photographs truly are treasures-- not only for one generation, but to be passed on from one to the next, to the next (as long as they'll last).  

But families aren't the only things I love photographing...

That's right-- I'm not done yet. ;) 

I love capturing the first days of a baby's life...

the playful interactions of young children...

the deep love of soulmates...

the joy in grandparents' eyes as they remember what it's like to be a child...

the beauty, youthfulness, and anticipation in a high school senior's face...

and so much more.  

Photography is a gift that has been generously given to me, and I will continue to use it to honor God as long as He wills it... capturing the essence of who each person is: the light that shines from within. 

 

Welcome to Essence Photography. <3

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