I was born and raised in Paris, France, and had a childhood filled with curiosity and creativity. After high school, I studied photography and earned my diploma, beginning my career photographing buildings for architects.

Life felt steady and familiar, until it took an unexpected turn In 2009, after meeting someone from El Paso, Texas on MySpace,

I followed my gut and moved across the world, trusting that some paths are worth taking, because wondering “what if” would have stayed with me far longer than the risk itself.

I rebooted my life at 30, learned a new language, embraced a new culture, and discovered what it truly means to live far from family.
That experience reshaped me and deepened my love for connection, memory, and storytelling.

Outside of photography, you’ll find me hiking, skating, exploring National Parks, driving to the sound of my Mustang’s V8 engine, rewatching my favorite TV Show FRIENDS …


some of my favorites

that first bite when the baguette is still hot as you walk out of  the bakery ...the best thing in the world 

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love exploring national parks ...
my favorite is arches np, it is fascinating!

best show ever!
fun fact: I learned english watching the show

Paris will always have my heart; it’s where I grew up, under the silhouette of the Eiffel Tower

love driving the mustang, no need to turn on the radio, that v8 sound will never get old.

love roller skating, 
but yes the old school kind

And, without question, forever devoted to good bread and smelly cheese.

So Cliché but so true

FUN FACT:
proud brother, I photographed my sister's wedding

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my values

• Family above everything
Being far from my own family taught me how rare and meaningful it is to have the people you love gathered in one place. I photograph weddings with deep respect for parents, grandparents, and the connections that shaped you.

• Presence over perfection
I believe the most powerful moments aren’t staged, they’re felt. I approach every wedding calmly and intentionally, allowing space for real emotion to unfold naturally.

• Photographs as legacy
Your images aren’t just for today. They are meant to be revisited, cherished, and passed on, a way for future generations to understand where they come from.

• Care, responsibility, and pride in my work
I take my role seriously and feel honored to contribute to something so personal. Your story matters, and I approach it with the same care I would want for my own.

Leaving my own family reshaped the way I see connection and the importance of the people we love. It made me deeply aware of how rare it is to have everyone gathered in one place, and how meaningful those moments become with time.
Weddings bring all of that together, love, family, and emotion, in one meaningful day. I photograph weddings because I believe these images are more than memories; they are heirlooms meant to be cherished, revisited, and passed on to the next generation.
I take this responsibility very seriously and feel honored knowing my work becomes part of your story long after the day has gone.

why i photograph weddings

If you value connection, family, and photographs that bring you back to how it felt,
I would be honored to tell your story.

Absolutely worth every penny, Stephane is a professional and an artist through and through. He's given us the most beautiful photos of our wedding day, better than we ever expected. This guy knows what he's doing and you'll be extremely glad you hired him to document one of the most significant  days of your life.

Dallas, Texas

jamie + cris

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Absolutely our favorite vendor of our whole wedding!
Would recommend hands down, best choice we made for our wedding day.

Las Vegas, Nevada

ALE + ZACK

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"On the day of our wedding it really felt like we had a friend with us to capture all of our special moments. He’s detailed, and when he has a vision you just have to let him have it...
Trust me you will not be disappointed"

Chicago, Ilinois

MIRIAM + ALEX

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The most dedicated and talented wedding photographer we could have ever dreamed to have for our wedding.
Our wedding photos look as if they could be in a magazine.
I couldn't recommend him more!

el paso, texas

angela + ben

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Working with Stephane was a revelation.
Every shot appeared to capture the true essence of our day. Some of them are pure works of art. We are not exaggerating when we say that working with Stephane is the best decision you will make on your wedding day--he is a genius.

el paso, texas

prya + ashwat

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