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Ryan grabbed her waist and pulled her in close. . .
He whispered words into his new bride’s ear, words that were only meant for her to hear - he then sealed them with a kiss before gliding back onto the dance floor. Jackie stood there beaming as the room melted away around her... she took a deep breath in, as tears of joy built up in her eyes, and whispered quietly to herself: “...I can’t believe he’s mine.”
As I photographed this moment, I knew this was exactly what I was meant to be doing...
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My journey into photography began as a young girl after my family's first big trip. We came home from this incredible adventure with absolutely nothing to show for it. I was gutted - and so quickly took it upon myself to become the "family photographer".
Fast forward and I have been lucky enough to be a Dallas engagement photographer, documenting countless families, for just under a decade now.
Click below to learn more about the couples I work best with and to see if we might be a good fit!
“You've found the best photographer! Don't let her go. Our experience with Stefani was outstanding. She helped us feel comfortable during the photoshoot, even though we aren't a couple who takes photos often. She made the experience so easy and fun! The photos are absolutely beautiful. She guided us to pose naturally and captured our magic perfectly. She has a true artist's eye. Look no further – you will be thrilled with the results!”
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There are a handful of things to consider when planning for your Dallas engagement photography. My goal is to take as much stress off your plate as I can. So, aside from Step 2, we will also spend time diving into all things photography prep as well. I'll help you narrow down a location, decide on the best time of day, give you advice on outfit selections and cover all the important details in advance so that, come your session, you can be fully present and just enjoy yourself!
Strategically Plan For Less Stress + Peace Of Mind
In order to best capture you + your relationship and document your love story authentically, it is so important that you first feel seen and understood! So, we'll spend time diving into who you are, what you love about each other, what you value most - and much more. This way, come your engagement session, you can arrive feeling fully confident that your photographer is capturing you and your love as authentically as possible.
Dive Deep Into Your Unique Story, Relationship + Values
The very first step is to connect so that I can learn more about you and your vision for your engagement session. I also want to make sure we're vibing! It's so important that you feel comfortable with and connected to your photographer! At the end of the day, that is going to make a huge difference in how genuine and authentic your images will look and feel.
Connect + Understand Your Specific Vision
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There are so many ways to use your engagement images! Use your favorite(s) on your Save the Dates! Print out stunning artwork to display around your reception - and your home! Create a gorgeous book to display at your wedding reception for your guests to sign. Or custom create an engagement album to preserve and treasure your memories for a lifetime. Whichever you choose, let me help you preserve your story in the most beautiful way.
Because, yours is a love story worth preserving.
Print, Share + Preserve Your Memories
By this point, you have done everything you could to plan + prepare. Now, your only job left is to simply show up and have fun! My job is to guide you through the session. I'll be right there prompting and directing you through the entire session! No uncomfortable silences or awkward deer-in-headlight-stares here. Just a fun night out with the love of your life!
Document Authentically + Have FUN
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Does this sound like the ENGAGEMENT experience for you?
THE fleeting, once-in-a-lifetime
memories that will come to mean everything.
Documenting memories that are...
let's talk about THE moments THAT ARE MOST IMPORTANT TO YOU!
Let's chat!
Want your memories preserved like this?
You deserve the very best.
In order to best serve my couples and deliver a highly personalized experience, I only take on a limited number of sessions a year. So, the first step is to connect and see if my engagement experience is the right fit for you and your love story!
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Stefani@StefaniCiottiPhotography.com
682-350-3844
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Welcome to my little slice of the internet. I'm thrilled you're here!
My sweet couples have described me as having a joyful spirit with a vibrant outlook on life whose presence naturally puts them at ease - and this has greatly inspired my unique style of imagery.
I hope you'll stick around so we can get to know each other. If you're not quite ready to share your story with me yet, don't worry, I'll go first!
Click below to learn more about me, my journey to becoming a Dallas Texas engagement + wedding photographer and my own personal love story!
about stefani
• a personalized experience working directly with your photographer from beginning to end
• your photo sessions designed around and shot in a way that best captures your unique relationship and story
• a photo-experience that is so much fun you almost forget it’s a photoshoot
• a hands-on photographer that will guide you through the planning process; sharing tips and advice along the way to ensure you are as prepared as possible to capture the photos of your dreams
• the ability to easily create unique and custom-designed artwork to house your most cherished memories for generations to come; your first family heirlooms
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helpful
There are a handful of decisions that have to be made and options to consider when planning your engagement session! That combined with starting to plan your wedding day and the overall planning process can easily start to feel overwhelming; what do you need to know and where do you even start!?
Well, that feeling is exactly why I have put together an ever-growing resource of engagement + wedding-related tips for you. From how to choose the perfect location for your engagement photography in Dallas. How to best plan your session. How to begin your search for the best Dallas wedding photographers or the best Dallas engagement photographers. And what to even do with your engagement images?!
You can find the answers to all of these and more below!
I hope these are helpful! Check back soon for more tips from your friendly neighborhood dallas ENGAGEMENT photographers!
This lush park is located in an upscale neighborhood, with unique stone stairways, bridges and a beautiful creek passing through.
An engagement session here includes open fields, a beautiful lake backdrop with walking paths, and cute docks overlooking the water.
This location offers open and easy-to-access fields, tons of wildflowers in the spring and one of the best views of the Fort Worth skyline.
This local favorite has walking trails, grassy areas, trees, unique bridges and a gorgeous waterfall cascading over stacked stones.
Only 15-minutes from Downtown Dallas, this small and charming area along the canal feels like you've been magically transported to Europe.
This hidden gem features a lush creek surrounded by tall trees and very unique slated rocks. Also nearby are little grassy parks and a couple of cute bridges.
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