Our Story

We are Tim and Rebecca Chesney. We began dreaming of a space to call our own soon after beginning our photography business. Five years later, we began the process of remodeling a building on 10 acres of beautiful land in south Waxahachie.

We are SO excited to share Stem & Light with you.

With the large windows in our main space, the glass enclosed Greenhouse and large tree-backed field, there will be no shortage of backdrops with perfect lighting for your shoot or event.

The majority of the work at Stem & Light is the product of our own blood, sweat and tears. And, we promise you, lots of love and purpose has been poured into every detail of Stem & Light.

And keep informed of upcoming events by following us on Instagram and Facebook.Β 

This is a crazy good deal we’ve got going on this month! Applicable to any Friday-Sunday wedding package! πŸ’—πŸ’—πŸ’—
Our wedding packages include:
β€’ multiple ceremony site options πŸ’
β€’ bridal suite πŸ’
β€’ tables and chairs πŸͺ‘
β€’ 10 acres πŸŒ…
β€’ prep kitchen 🍽️

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Endless creative possibilities at Stem & Light🌱

Captures by @annakayleephotoco
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Our flower farm is returning this year with the addition of a beautiful gazebo! (This photo is an overlay of two photos to give you an idea πŸ˜‰)We envision proposals, first looks, and more. The flowers are in full bloom June 1 and begin to fade early August. We will be growing only zinnias this year. 🌸 ...

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So many looks, all in one space.
Congrats Angie & Tremont! πŸ’

Captures by @abbyherronphoto
#engaged #stemandlight #engagementphotos
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Our studio rental giveaway winners are…
@julesphotos___
@mindi_lynn
@marialonglife

I will direct message your codes! Thank you to all who entered our rental giveaway!!πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰
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Frigid cold temps? No problem! Stay nice and toasty in our huge indoor space! Our beautiful natural light never disappoints ✨

Our studio rental giveaway winners are @julesphotos___ @mindi_lynn and @marialonglife Congratulations!πŸŽ‰
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Thank you for making 2024 one to remember πŸ’— To thank you, we want to give THREE 1 hour studio rental giveaways! To enter, tag a friend in comments. Each tag is an entry. You must follow us on Instagram and like this post. Winners announced Monday morning. Good Luck!!! ...

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Happy (almost) New Year!! We have lots of new things planned for 2025. We look forward to making all your photography dreams come true! ...

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Ta da!! We’ve added a cozy corner to our space! We can’t wait to see what you do with it! ...

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We’re making some changes to one corner of our space. Photos coming soon! ...

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Merry Christmas! Hope you and yours have a beautiful day surrounded by loved ones!πŸŽ„ ...

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The best time of the year!! πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„

First two sessions @ashmarieportraits
Last two @wild_gracephoto
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The Marlins 🀍

If you are looking to marry in October 2025, don’t wait long. October is our first month to get fully booked 🍁

Captures by Kristen Nicole Photography
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Hard to believe we are less than 10 days from Christmas!! Thanks to all of you who chose Stem & Light for your Christmas photos!πŸŽ„πŸŽ…

Capture by @wild_gracephoto
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