Forged in Light. Focused on Emotion
Photography that captures the real, the raw, and the beautifully imperfect.
Hi, I’m Autumn Jones— the heart behind Steel Rae Photography.
I’m based in Bargersville, Indiana, but always up for an adventure wherever your story takes me. I photograph families, seniors, weddings, events, and all the moments in between.
I’m a wife, a mom of four (two biological, two bonus), and currently deep in the toddler season of life — the wild, sweet, messy kind.
I’ve had a camera in my hand for as long as I can remember, but my journey as a photographer truly began in 2017 when I captured my best friend’s engagement. Word spread, and what started as a passion quickly became a calling.
Faith is the foundation of everything I do. God literally saved my life, and every time I pick up my camera, I’m reminded that my purpose is to share His light through my work. My hope is that every session reflects His goodness — that my photos bring glory to Him and draw others closer to His heart.
My style is cinematic, true-to-color, and emotion-driven. I believe in honest images — not overly edited, not filtered beyond recognition — because you are beautiful exactly as He made you.
We’ll get along if you love to laugh, embrace the chaos, and see the beauty in the in-between moments.
If you want photos that feel like your life — not a version of it.
And if you believe the best images are the ones that tell the truth.
The Portfolio
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![A family of five stands on a paved walking trail surrounded by fall foliage with orange and yellow leaves in the background. The family members are smiling and dressed in casual fall clothing.]()
Families
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![A young woman with long red hair, smiling, holds a bouquet of flowers on her head in a field during sunset.]()
Seniors
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![A couple smiling and walking down the aisle at an outdoor wedding ceremony. The groom is dressed in a suit and the bride in a white dress. Guests are standing behind them, and there are chairs, flowers, and lanterns along the aisle.]()
Weddings
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![A man sitting on a staircase with a modern industrial design, smiling at the camera.]()
Headshots
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![A pregnant woman sitting on a kitchen counter smiling at a man who is touching her belly.]()
Maternity
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![A family of three standing on a beach at sunset: a bearded man in a white shirt and beige shorts, a woman in a long green dress, and a young girl in a white dress with sunglasses.]()
Destination
"Autumn went above and beyond! She delivered such an effortlessly fun session, followed by a great amount of beautiful images in a timely manner! We were so excited to announce the news of our first baby on the way, and Autumn captured so many moments that we will get to cherish for a lifetime!" - Rachel A
"Autumn went above and beyond! She delivered such an effortlessly fun session, followed by a great amount of beautiful images in a timely manner! We were so excited to announce the news of our first baby on the way, and Autumn captured so many moments that we will get to cherish for a lifetime!" - Rachel A
