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As a Raleigh wedding photographer, I’ve had the opportunity to photograph weddings at some of the most beautiful venues in the Triangle. One location that continues to stand out is The Upchurch — a top wedding venue located in Cary, North Carolina. Nestled just minutes from Raleigh, this historic property offers a blend of elegant […]

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The Upchurch Cary Wedding Photographer

Indoor ceremony setup at the Upchurch wedding venue in Cary, NC captured by Magdalena Stefanek Photography

Meet Magdalena Stefanek Photography — Your Raleigh Wedding Photographer Hi! I’m Magdalena—though friends and clients call me Maggie. I’m the heart and lens behind Magdalena Stefanek Photography, a Raleigh wedding photographer specializing in timeless, editorial, and documentary-style wedding photography. Your love story deserves to be told with authenticity, elegance, and heart—and I’m here to help […]

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Working with Magdalena Stefanek Photography

Magdalena Stefanek Photography, a Raleigh wedding photographer holding her canon camera and smiling

A Timeless Love Story at All Saints Chapel As a Raleigh wedding photographer, I’ve had the joy of documenting countless love stories throughout North Carolina. From sweeping countryside estates to elegant downtown venues, the Triangle area offers a stunning variety of wedding locations. Yet, among them all, All Saints Chapel in downtown Raleigh stands out as one […]

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All Saints Chapel Raleigh Wedding

You’re on cloud nine—and rightfully so! The love of your life just popped the question, and now you’re officially engaged. There’s a sparkle on your finger, butterflies in your stomach, and a future full of love ahead of you. This is the moment you’ve dreamed about, and the joy is absolutely real. But as soon […]

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5 stress free wedding planning tips

As a Raleigh wedding photographer, I’ve had the pleasure of working at some of the most beautiful venues in North Carolina. Yet, there’s one location that stands out for its elegance, charm, and versatility—The Bradford in New Hill. Located on 12 acres, this venue offers a unique blend of European countryside sophistication with the warmth […]

Events, Weddings

The Bradford NC

Your Story, Authentically Told – A Personalized Approach to Wedding Photography in Raleigh, NC As a wedding photographer in Raleigh, NC, my mission is to deliver not just beautiful photographs, but an exceptional photography experience to couples who want to preserve one of the most significant and emotional days of their lives. I strive to […]

Weddings

Wedding Photographer Raleigh NC

bride and groom portraits under an oak tree. raleigh wedding photographer

Located in the heart of historic downtown Raleigh, NC The Merrimon-Wynne House is a perfect venue to host a wedding. This location is popular among locals as well as couples coming from different states. When it comes to charming southern weddings filled with elegance and beauty, there are few places as enchanting as the Merrimon-Wynne […]

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Spring wedding at Merrimon-Wynne House

Merrimon-Wynne Wedding Photographer. Bride and groom walking holding hands on the back porch of the Main House at Merrimon-Wynne in Raleigh, NC.

So you got engaged! Yay! Congratulations!!! Now what? It’s time to start planning your perfect wedding! Along with finding a venue and hiring vendors, scheduling your engagement session should be one of your top priorities. Most of my clients use their engagement photos for their save-the-date announcements and wedding websites. Wondering how to prepare for […]

Engagements, Events, Portraits

How to prepare for your engagement photos

how yo prepare for your engagement photos by Raleigh wedding photographer. Beach engagement photo session.

Wedding planning requires a lot more time and energy than most people expect. Hiring a wedding planner is a great way to take some of the pressure away from yourself and your partner on your wedding day. But that’s not all! A planner wears many hats, such as a designer, budget manager, coordinator, negotiator, and […]

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Wedding Planner – Why to Hire

purple flower arrangement at the Southerland wedding reception

Unique wedding venues in Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Events, Weddings

Wedding Venues in the Triangle

The Bradford wedding venue set up for a spring wedding reception

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