Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Timeless Wedding Story Starts Here
Stepanie Axtell Photography is a professional wedding photography and videography studio dedicated to capturing life's extraordinary moments with authenticity and artistry. Founded in 2015, we combine over a decade of combined experience in visual storytelling to create timeless imagery that reflects each couple's unique love story. Our approach prioritizes personalized service, ensuring clients feel comfortable and celebrated throughout the process. We specialize in crafting comprehensive wedding collections that extend beyond standard coverage, incorporating engagement sessions, detail-focused photography, and cinematic videography.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through continuous investment in cutting-edge equipment and refined techniques. As passionate storytellers, we prioritize capturing both grand celebrations and intimate moments with equal care. Our team's expertise extends to international destinations, having documented weddings across 11 U.S. states and multiple countries. We maintain transparency in all communications and pricing, fostering trust through clear expectations and consistent delivery. Our work has been recognized through numerous client testimonials praising our ability to create stress-free, memorable experiences.
Services
Wedding Photography
Wedding Videography
Engagement Sessions
Boudoir Photography
Bridal Portraits
Family Sessions
Commercial Photography
Destination Weddings
Legacy Sessions
Branding Services
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized wedding photography tailored to each couple's unique story
- Our team has documented over 72 weddings with international experience
- We include complimentary engagement sessions with every wedding package
- We provide both photography and videography services under one creative team
- Our work has received consistent five-star client testimonials for quality and service
What people say
Incredible photos
Professional team
Stress-free experience
Amazing quality
Personalized service
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures your special day with artistic precision and emotional storytelling. We document ceremonies, portraits, and celebrations using advanced techniques to create timeless images. Our photographers combine technical expertise with creative vision to produce high-quality visuals that reflect your unique relationship. Each collection includes comprehensive coverage and professional editing.
Wedding Videography
Our videography service preserves your wedding day through cinematic storytelling and high-quality production. We capture ceremonies, speeches, and celebrations with multiple camera angles and professional audio recording. Our editing process creates cohesive narratives that maintain the emotional essence of your event. Packages include highlight reels and full-length recordings.
Boudoir Sessions
Boudoir photography sessions focus on creating empowering, elegant portraits that celebrate individual beauty. Our studio environment ensures comfort while professional hair and makeup services enhance natural features. Sessions include guidance for poses and expressions, with final images available in print and digital formats for personal enjoyment or special gifts.
Engagement Sessions
Engagement photography documents couples' relationships through romantic outdoor and studio settings. These sessions help build comfort with the camera while creating shareable content for announcements and social media. Our photographers provide location suggestions and styling guidance to ensure authentic, memorable images that reflect personal styles.
Legacy Sessions
Legacy sessions preserve important life events beyond weddings, including maternity, family milestones, and professional achievements. These personalized sessions focus on authentic storytelling through environmental portraits. We offer flexible scheduling and customized concepts to capture meaningful moments at appropriate developmental stages for individuals and families.
People
Stephanie Axtell
Lead Photographer
Stephanie is a professional photographer with over seven years of graphic design experience. She combines creative vision with technical expertise to capture authentic moments. Her background in video production enhances her approach to wedding documentation. Stephanie prioritizes client comfort and personal storytelling in every session.
Charles Axtell
Lead Videographer
Charles brings production expertise and technical proficiency to wedding videography. He collaborates closely with Stephanie to ensure cohesive visual storytelling across photography and film. His background in creative marketing contributes to comprehensive client service. Together, they form a coordinated team for event documentation.
Questions
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we travel internationally and domestically. Travel within 100 miles of Wilmington, NC is included in packages.
What's included in wedding collections?
Collections include 8+ hours coverage, 40-70 images/hour, digital gallery, and print release.
How many weddings do you book annually?
We limit to 40 weddings yearly to maintain quality and personalized service.
Do you offer combined photo/video packages?
Yes, we offer discounted bundles combining both services with coordinated team coverage.
What's your booking process?
We require 25% retainer and signed contract to reserve dates, with flexible payment plans available.
How long until we receive photos?
Final galleries deliver 2-3 weeks post-event with 500-1000+ edited images depending on package.
