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When Taylor and Cole started planning their engagement photos with me, they had one request: a location that felt beautiful, timeless, and cinematic.

Couples, Engagements

Urban Library Engagement Session in Downtown St. Louis

December 17, 2024

A view looking down on a couple standing on a staircase with a cinematic photography style.

October 13, 2024

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If you’re dreaming of a romantic elopement in London, there’s no setting quite as iconic as the River Thames. With its sweeping views, historic landmarks, and enchanting ambiance, a Thames-side elopement captures the very essence of the city! Whether you’re a local or planning a destination wedding from abroad, here are my tips as a […]

Elopements, Travel Guides

How to Plan a London Elopement Photoshoot on the River Thames

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If you’re looking for a way to make your wedding natural, cool, vibey, and unique, then film photography may be perfect for you! In this blog I’ll explain some of the key factors to consider about film wedding photography and give examples.

Film, Weddings

Film Wedding Photography: A Guide For Couples

August 6, 2024

August 4, 2024

A bride and groom walk through their guests into a cocktail hour, shot with a documentary-style in Paris, France.
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More and more couples are gravitating towards an authentic, storytelling approach for their wedding. Read on to see why documentary wedding photography might be the perfect fit for you and your vibe.

Weddings

Documentary Wedding Photography: A Guide For Couples

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Looking for some fun and unique micro wedding activities to make your day even more awesome and customized? In this blog post, we’ll explore a variety of creative and entertaining ideas for fun-loving couples to incorporate into their intimate celebrations. I don’t know about you, but my inner people-pleaser always wants to make sure everyone […]

Weddings

Unique Micro Wedding Activities for Fun-Loving Couples

July 17, 2024

A guest at a wedding fills out a polaroid guest book with a meaningful note.

July 17, 2024

A lush green backdrop for wedding ceremonies at the Jewel Box in St. Louis, Missouri, shot by Stacey Vandas Photography.
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Introduction Intimate weddings and micro weddings are becoming all the rage these days, especially since COVID. Choosing to have just a small gathering of close friends and family is an ideal option for many engaged couples, because it allows them to really connect with their guests, spend more time with everyone, feel less stressed, and […]

Venues, Weddings

The Best Small Wedding Venues in St. Louis

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Introduction Oh, Paris. The city I will forever romanticize and eternally adore. Living and working there in my 20s before I became an elopement photographer was the best time of my life. And my mission today is to show you why and how to elope in Paris, the City of Love! Hi, I’m Stacey, an […]

Elopements, Travel Guides

Elope in Paris: A Guide to the Best Place to Elope in Europe

June 24, 2024

A view overlooking the garden at the Rodin Museum in Paris, France.

May 30, 2024

A couple embracing on a spiral staircase in a greenhouse surrounded by tropical plants, shot with a romantic, filmy vibe by Stacey Vandas Photography.
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Introduction Planning your engagement photos in Saint Louis and not sure where to go? You’re in luck! I’m an STL native and have grown up learning the best places to take pictures in St. Louis both on and off the beaten path. STL is brimming with beautiful locations that are perfect for capturing this moment […]

Couples, Engagements

Engagement Photos in Saint Louis: The Best Places for a Romantic Photoshoot

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Let’s talk through 5 common misconceptions about eloping–and why it’s a great alternative way to tie the knot!

Elopements, Weddings

5 Misconceptions About Eloping & Why It’s An Awesome Way to Get Married

May 11, 2024

Romantic wedding photo of a couple in a wooded grove at golden hour, showcasing candid moments by Stacey Vandas, an elopement and wedding photographer.

April 30, 2024

Happy couple dancing at their urban elopement in downtown St. Louis, captured with a nostalgic film aesthetic by Stacey Vandas Photography.
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St. Louis is a gem for couples looking for a laid-back elopement with a touch of charm.

Couples, Elopements, Film, Weddings

How to Plan a Casual St. Louis Elopement