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Rae Marcel Studios

Rae Marcel Studios captures tender moments of parents and children by creating fun, real, and timeless portraits.

09/06/2026

Here’s something the industry doesn’t say out loud: most photography studios don’t make it past 5 years — and burnout is the #1 reason why. Not lack of talent. Not lack of clients. Burnout.

You don’t need a storefront to be a “real” studio. You don’t need a lease, a monthly overhead number that keeps you up at night, or a calendar you’re constantly begging people to fill.

I built mine again — at home this time — and it changed everything about how I run my business.

A guide is coming for photographers who feel that pull toward a studio of their own, without the storefront price tag. 👀

More soon. 🤍

PhotographerLife

08/20/2026

“Wait, my baby is already 6 weeks… is it too late for newborn photos?”

I hear this all the time, mama — and the answer is almost always no. 🤍

The “newborn phase” isn’t a strict 14-day window. It’s the whole squishy, sleepy, brand-new season — and most babies are still deep in it well into month two.

Here’s the honest part: once your little one is more alert, we won’t get every classic curled-up pose. Safety always comes first, and a wiggly, wide-awake baby needs a different approach than a snoozy newborn. But that doesn’t mean the magic is gone — it just means the session looks a little different, with more of their emerging personality and those first real expressions.

So if baby is already here and you’re thinking “did I miss it?” — reach out. There’s still time to capture this season before it’s gone for good.

08/08/2026

POV you stop traffic when you’re the bride! Nelle did, just like a princess!

Location St. Louis Union Station
Reception Missouri Botanical Garden
Floral r o s e s + m i n t
Hair and MU Monet Clark

Cake Jill Umbarger

08/04/2026

Families here is your announcement! Don’t wait until spots are filled!!

Saint Louis and Indianapolis Dates available!

07/28/2026

Dylan and Sanora brought their celebration home on their anniversary to share their love with family and friends!

It was an honor serving them as I’ve watched them serve our Illinois community through service and love. And that showed throughout their dish as they honored their guest and showered them with love!

Thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your day.

Venue Baetje Farms

05/11/2026

Happy birthday to mom! As your granddaughter will say 6-7 never looked so good!

Wishing you many more amazing birthdays filled with peace, love, laughs, and fun!

04/30/2026

I just want to say this first—I’m so grateful for the people who love on our kids and show up for us. Truly. Having someone you trust with your babies is everything

But whew… I had a moment today.

Watching how some families can just drop the kids off, go run errands, grab dinner, reconnect… it made me realize how different things look when you don’t have that built-in, close-by support.

Because when we want a date night, it’s:• $150–200 for a sitter• $200+ for dinner• another $100+ if we want to actually do something

And suddenly, connection starts to feel like a luxury instead of something you should be able to pour into regularly.

It made me miss something deeper than just help…I miss community.

The kind where women could say, “Go enjoy your night, I got the kids,”and you didn’t think twice about it because there was trust, closeness, and just… a village.

I’m not ungrateful—just aware of how much things have shifted.

And maybe… just maybe… we’re the generation that has to be intentional about rebuilding that again 🤍

04/27/2026

There’s something extra special about a full-circle moment like this

“POV: your photographer becomes part of the family timeline.
From bump to baby… to another bump… and now we’re celebrating the FIRST GIRL 🎀

Watching my clients grow their families (and trusting me every single time) will never get old. At this point, I’m not just documenting memories—I’m collecting chapters.

Baby girl said ‘I’m the grand finale’ and honestly… she understood the assignment 💅🏽”

MUA
Muva

04/25/2026

Timing is everything now is the perfect time to love on your baby bump.
cool.kel and will be welcoming there sweet baby boy very soon! Thank you so much for allowing me to document such a special time!

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O'Fallon, IL
62269

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.raemarcelstudios.com/

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