Photographer in a wide-brimmed hat holding a camera up to her eye in the South Dakota badlands
Meet Rebecca

Hi! Nice to meet ya.

I’m Rebecca Franke, the heart behind Stellarich Photography: a Sioux Falls wedding and portrait photographer who believes real moments make the best memories.

Rebecca Franke, owner and photographer of Stellarich Photography in Sioux Falls, SD

Photo of Rebecca by Tay Marie Photography, edited by Rebecca

My story

It all started with a disposable camera.

My gramps, Richard, always had a disposable camera in his hand, from the moment I was born basically until the day he passed. Because of him, I ended up with albums upon albums of photos, and they are some of my most prized possessions.

The first time I picked up a camera was in 2017, and I’ve been passionate about it ever since. I’ve always loved connecting with new people, and I feel extremely blessed that I get to capture genuine moments for families to keep and share for life.

Fun fact: the photographer from my own wedding is the one who helped get me into the wedding industry. Years later we ran into each other in the tiny town I moved to, and I got to photograph her engagement. Full circle!

— Rebecca

Off the clock

A few things about me

My built-in bestieMy kiddo is my favorite adventure buddy.
Dirt bikes & road tripsYou’ll find us riding trails or road tripping all over the US.
Coffee & camerasPretty much always in my hands. Usually both.
Cat momSnuggles with our cat, Nacho, are non-negotiable.
Rebecca surrounded by printed family photo albums Vintage black and white wedding photo of Rebecca's grandparents
What I believe

Your photos should feel like you, not a stranger’s idea of perfect.

That means less posing and more living. I’ll guide you with easy prompts, find the most beautiful light, and catch the in-between moments: the laughs, the glances, the little hands. Then I’ll hand you a gallery you’ll treasure the way I treasure Gramps’ albums.

Joyful bride laughing during the ceremony Dad hugging his toddler Couple laughing in prairie grass Newborn baby in parents' arms Sioux Falls senior portrait
Let’s be friends

I’d love to hear your story.

Tell me what you’re dreaming up, whether it’s a wedding, a growing family or senior year, and let’s make it happen.

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