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steph button photography

michigan based lifestyle & wedding photographer

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steph button

lifestyle & wedding photography

Morgan Wells

Modern portrait & wedding photography

Morgan Wells

Modern portrait & wedding photography

My philosophy

authentic moments, gently captured

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outdoor family session in Michigan

I'm a lifestyle and portrait photographer drawn to real moments... the quiet ones, the joyful ones, and everything in between. My work is rooted in connection, natural light, and capturing people as they truly are.

I approach every session with a blend of gentle guidance and space for candid moments to unfold, creating images that feel honest, timeless, and full of life. No matter the type of session, my goal is always the same: to tell your story in a way that feels true to you.

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couples & engagements


Natural, connection-focused sessions that capture how you move, laugh, and interact together - guided gently so moments feel real, easy, and unforced.

individuals


Comfortable, natural portraits that feel true to you. Each session is guided lightly, leaving room for authenticity and confidence to shine through.

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families


Relaxed sessions centered on movement and togetherness. I focus on the candid, in-between moments that reflect your family just as you are.

weddings & elopements


Thoughtfully documented celebrations with a calm, documentary approach - capturing genuine moments, emotion, and the story of your day as it unfolds.

 

Selected works

 

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KIND WORDS

"She'll make you feel like you're golden sunshine in every moment. She knows exactly how to extract the beauty out of everyone she meets, and I simply cannot exaggerate how amazing our first photo shoot went, and I can't wait for the many more to come. Stephanie is a beautiful beam of joy, inside and out, and she expresses that through her people and photography skills."

Sylvia K.

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where real life becomes imagery

 

documenting your story through every era of life