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Mexica, New York based.
Traveling to you.

Documentary-Style Intimate Wedding Photographer

I believe in:
In showing up fully.
In witnessing the small moments that make a day unforgettable.

Photography helps me preserve real connection—not just the posed portraits or planned details, but the honest ways love shows up: in nervous hands, quick glances, shared laughter, and those quiet in-between wedding moments.

I’m in a season of life rooted in presence: valuing community, softness, art, and deep trust. It’s this grounding that shapes how I approach every story I get to be a part of.

When you invite me into your day, it’s never just a job. It’s a real privilege and I carry that responsibility with care.

Documentary-style photography to me isn’t about timelines or trends—it’s about feeling.

My role is more fly on the wall than director. We don’t follow a strict shot list or force a first look unless it’s something you truly want. Together, we shape a day that feels right to you, then I move with presence and care to capture it honestly.

I’ll be there for the real stuff: the way your dad fixes your tie, the deep breath before you walk in, the quiet glances no one else notices. When it’s time for portraits, it’s not about performing—it's a pause to connect. I’ll gently guide you with prompts like “Tell your partner the last thing they did that made you feel loved,” so we can make space for something honest, not rehearsed.

Yes, I’ll move a curl or fix a sleeve but mostly, I’m there to preserve how it felt.

A woman in a red wedding dress greeted by a man in a beige suit outside Manhattan City Hall with grand entrance and decorative wall sconces taken by Stef Reyes Photo.
Two queer women smiling and embracing in front of a historic building with American flags, in black and white outside Boston Public Library taken by Stef Reyes Photo

Hybrid; Digital & Film

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IMAGERY FULL OF EMOTION,
for every kind of love.

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CLIENT LOVE NOTES

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Two women hugging, one holding a bouquet of flowers behind her back, in an indoor setting with stone walls and signs in the background as they exit their City Hall Wedding taken by Stef Reyes Photo

MY VALUES & APPROACH

Safety

Everyone deserves to feel seen, respected, and celebrated. I create a space where your story can unfold authentically and honorably, always valuing mutual respect.

Inclusiveness

As an elopement photographer who celebrates queer and BIPOC love stories, I believe every couple deserves to feel seen, respected, and represented on their wedding day. Your story deserves to be told with care—from start to finish.

Presence

Weddings are about connection, not perfection. I bring a calm, steady presence to your day, ensuring the focus stays on your love and the meaningful moments that make it unique.

Trust

Trusting someone with your story is a leap of faith. I honor that trust by approaching my work with professionalism, artistry, and genuine care for your memories.

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I'm always looking to connect with second photographers, associates, assistants, and like-minded vendors. If you value presence, care, and honest storytelling—we might be a good fit.

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