La Crosse, Wisconsin · Wedding filmmaker

A wedding film that brings you back.

I preserve the vows, laughter, voices, and quiet moments of the day in a film that feels natural, personal, and entirely yours.

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Elias filming a wedding couple during a celebration moment
My approach

Present for every moment. Never in the way.

I work quietly and stay close to what matters, letting the day unfold without turning it into a production.

The result is a film shaped by the people, words, and moments that were already there.

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Selected films

Stories worth returning to.

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Kaitlyn and Kyle

A warm celebration shaped by heartfelt vows, quick laughter, and a room full of people who made it feel like home.

Michaela embracing her father during her wedding reception View film Wedding highlight

Michaela and Lee

A family-centered story carried by candid voices, affectionate details, and quiet emotion.

Collections

Choose the story size that fits the day.

Collections begin at $2,600, with most couples investing between $3,800 and $5,200. Final availability and add-ons are confirmed during the discovery call.

Essentials

Starting at $2,600

Best for couples who want the heart of the ceremony and a concise highlight film.

  • 4 hours coverage
  • 1 videographer
  • 3-4 minute highlight film
  • Full ceremony edit
  • Digital download gallery

Signature

Starting at $3,800

Best for fuller wedding-day coverage and a longer film with keepsake delivery.

  • Everything in Essentials
  • 8 hours coverage
  • Full wedding film, 15-20 minutes
  • Digital gallery and USB keepsake

Heirloom

Starting at $5,200

Best for couples who want the most complete record and the first look back quickly.

  • Everything in Signature
  • 10 hours coverage
  • 2 videographers
  • Next-day teaser
  • Full wedding film, 20-30 minutes
  • Drone coverage
  • Premium USB keepsake box
The process

Simple, calm, and clear.

From your first inquiry to final delivery, I keep the process clear so you always know what comes next.

1

Inquire

Send your date and venue so I can confirm availability and learn a little about the day.

2

Discovery call

We’ll talk through the schedule, priorities, collection fit, travel, and the moments that matter most to you.

3

Reserve

Choose the collection that fits, confirm the details, and reserve the date.

4

Film and deliver

I document the day quietly, then shape the footage and sound into films designed to feel true to the wedding.

Emily smiling in her wedding dress before the ceremony

The video was absolutely beautiful. Moments we can cherish forever. We appreciate your effort on our special day! We will be sure to recommend you to future couples.

Emily G.
Behind the camera

I’m Elias, the filmmaker behind STGM.

Elias Baruch holding camera gear at a wedding venue

For more than a decade, I’ve learned when to step closer, when to hold back, and how to preserve emotion without interrupting it.

On your wedding day, my job is simple: help you stay present while I take care of the memory. I’m based in La Crosse and work with couples throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest.

Elias walking through an outdoor wedding ceremony with camera gear
Elias checking camera settings between wedding moments
Elias filming a couple outside their wedding venue
Inquire

Let’s talk about your wedding.

A conversation about your plans, your questions, and what you’d like your film to hold onto. There’s no obligation to book.

Your next step

Book a discovery call.

Choose a 30-minute phone call. I’ll call the number you provide at your chosen time to talk about your day, what matters most to you, and whether the collection is the right fit.

Choose a call time

You’ll choose a time and share your phone number and wedding details on the next page. Booking a call does not reserve your wedding date.

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