When I was in 6th grade, I was introduced to the trombone. I had no clue what it was before I saw it and I had even less of an idea of how I was going to learn to play. Needless to say, I fell in love with the sound, the ability to make music with others and to make art in a different way that 20 years later... I'm still playing! 
Being in a room where the audience is so captivated with the music, while you are immersed in it as you're playing is such an ethereal experience. I've found that that is something I still want to convey but through my photographs. I want you to look at them and be immediately transported back to that moment. To be able to hear your grandma's laughter, or feel the hug that you shared between your best friend. I want my photographs, just like my music, to be a door between worlds. 

        I'm Stephanie Renae

Miami is a melting pot and being born and raised in that city speaking multiple languages, it exposed me to so many different cultures/food/traditions/etc. I think that, combined with my Colombian roots, really showed me what it means to make time for your friends and family, appreciate traditions but also new beginnings (as both of my parents are immigrants) and the sacrifices it comes with.

In a very fast-paced, social media driven society, I strive to create art that fosters connection and community. Instead of focusing my photography career on “How can I take a pretty photo?” it became “How can I get to know this person and showcase who they are through this photograph?”. The best way to do that is by digging deep and getting to know the real you. Becoming your friend, confidant, and go-to person throughout this journey. 

Then… on your wedding day… you will see me as more than a person holding a camera, but as someone who you trust to be truly seen by. In every happy, vulnerable, and intimate moment. 

And I wouldn’t have it any other way.