Hey there! I'm Erika! So glad you're here!
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Emily and Daniel’s wedding at Triple 3 Vineyard was nothing short of magical. Held at the beginning of May, the day was a beautiful blend of love, laughter, and a few unexpected surprises that made it even more memorable. The weather was stunning for most of the day, with crystal blue skies and gorgeous, white, […]
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In the gentle whispers of time, I discovered the profound truth nestled within the silent frames of a photograph- a truth etched in the heartache of loss and the sacred dance of grief. It was in the absence of a single image, a captured moment forever denied, that I unearthed the boundless significance of each […]
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If you’re a senior in St. Louis looking to capture the essence of your final year in high school in some of the most epic locations this city has to offer, this St. Louis Senior Photographer is here to help guide you! Or, perhaps you’re a parent seeking the perfect backdrop for your child’s senior […]
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St. Louis Senior Portraits are in full swing as graduation in just a couple short months away! Right now, as the trees and glowers are blossoming, is the BEST time for senior graduation sessions at SLU and every college for those who love pretty blooms. I’ll be honest- the pink and white blooms on the […]
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SLU Graduation sessions are about to be in full swing as we enter the spring in a couple weeks here in St. Louis! Spring in St. Louis is truly the most beautiful time for photos, but it lasts for two seconds! One day the tulips are here, and the next, they’re gone!! I was THRILLED […]
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Caitlin and James’ very end of winter Sunflower Hill Farm wedding in Augusta, MO was nothing short of perfect! Its always a gamble here in MO with the weather, really no matter what season it is! But for the very beginning of March in St. Louis, Caitlin and James could not have had a more […]
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St. Louis College photographer, Erika Rene Photography and the SLU Campus Rep Team had an amazing time downtown St. Louis at Styled and Staged for our very first session of the year- a Valentine’s Day session! We began with a meet and greet where I presented each girl with a personalized gift bag full of […]
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We had an amazing time adventuring all over Forest Park and the St. Louis Arch for Marin’s fall Senior Session!
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Carrie And Kyle’s wedding photographed by Erika Cockerham of Erika Rene Photography in Lehmann Mansion, Lake Villa, Illinois.
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I’m posting this on December 15, 2022, but I wrote it back in January of this year. It just took me that long to figure out how to actually set up my blog! I’ve spent the whole day crying and am brokenhearted reading this today because I am confronted with the reality that I have […]
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GET TO KNOW Erika
Hello Lovely!
I'm Erika! A lover of Jesus, marriage, and all things beautiful, I'm here for the couple seeking a faith-driven, artistic approach to capturing their love story. I have an unwavering passion for immortalizing special moments and unique personalities, while also helping you to slow down during this season and prepare for your marriage just as much as you're preparing for your wedding. My commitment lies in crafting an unforgettable journey that culminates in timeless visual narratives, preserving every cherished moment from intimate exchanges to grand celebrations. My couples value covenant, creativity, art, authenticity, and heartfelt connection, so if that's you, I think you just found your wedding photographer and I can't wait to get to know you!
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