Though the skies threatened a random rainstorm all morning and afternoon, Holly and Tyler ended up with the most perfect wedding day weather ever! It was cool and breezy but the sun came out during the ceremony and it just kept the humidity and everything at bay the rest of the evening. One thing I […]
Jun 21, 2021
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Well prepare yourself for what is likely my largest blog post of all time. I have never shot a wedding at Bayville Golf Course, nor have I been to a wedding there or even assisted at a wedding there. So when this inquiry initially came through I was SO excited and after being there for […]
Jun 14, 2021
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Margaret and Dana were married on memorial day weekend at Elkington Events on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Their wedding was planned to be an open-air event under the beautiful trees of the property but when it was clear the day would be VERY wet, they added a tent that enabled everyone to stay inside […]
Jun 7, 2021
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Never thought when I shot their engagements last year, that it would be over a year later before they got married and they would have the cutest plus one at their wedding!! Kelsey & Nick were always planning a beach wedding but pushed it last year when it wasn’t going to work to have all their […]
May 29, 2021
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After shooting Lauren & Garrett’s engagement last fall (check them here) I knew photographing them on their wedding day would be full of JOY. Originally, we should have been in the mountains of Charlottesville but when it came time to finalize things some decisions had to be made to pivot their original large event to […]
May 25, 2021
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Well it has been a long time coming to share this wedding blog with you! I don’t think I’ve ever met two people planning their wedding, in a pandemic none the less, who were so chill about everything! Gabby and Kevin were able to keep their wedding day on track mostly, considering the constant back […]
Dec 1, 2020
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When Michelle originally booked me, we were going to be anniversary buddies since they were planning on a May 30 wedding and while we know that didn’t happen I will still always think of them as my anniversary buds! Michelle and Blake were able to have their wedding in their own backyard. If you remember […]
Sep 21, 2020
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Shew it feels so bizarre to be blogging my second wedding of the year midway through September, but honestly, I’m just so dang grateful to be sharing a wedding AND that it is Sarah and James’! Culpepper Barn provided the perfect outdoor location with the most beautiful weather to let people social distance. Culpepper is […]
Sep 17, 2020
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2019 has been SO wonderful for me with every single client. I have been overwhelmed with such generous and fantastic couples who have invited me into one of the most important and special days of their lives. I say it all the time that it’s truly just such an honor to be behind the camera […]
Nov 7, 2019
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Most people would agree taking your car in for service is not only dreadful but highly unlikely to lead to a friendship, let alone a love connection but that’s exactly what happened with Andrew and Sarah. When he took his chevy in to be serviced and Sarah was one of the employees, that was it. […]
Oct 29, 2019
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Oh Shadowcreek we meet again BUT this time…in much cooler weather! Friday weddings are my JAM, I absolutely love them and the entire vibe the day brings! Everyone comes together and is so ready to party, they stay until the very end and are ready for the after party! If I could go back, I’d […]
Oct 19, 2019
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There’s nothing like shooting in your own backyard for a perfect end of summer beach wedding! When Cindi emailed me they were doing a destination wedding in Sandbridge and renting a beautiful beach house I couldn’t wait to be a part of it! Cindi and her family made all the decorations, from these huge dream […]
Oct 11, 2019
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Do you recognize these two? Their engagements last fall at Carter Mountain Orchard are some of my favorite ever because the weather was dreary but having the entire mountain to ourselves allowed us to spend so much time shooting and having incredible views of Charlottesville! Waiting for their wedding seems like it took forever, but […]
Aug 30, 2019
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Shannon and Nate were married on a gorgeous and warm August day at the beautiful Shadowcreek Weddings and Event venue in Northern Virginia. I love this little gem, just outside of the busy DC area. Set on top of a hill with beautiful views, tons of space, the prettiest sunset glow and even sweet Gus […]
Aug 26, 2019
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When I look at this wedding I am quickly reminded that on your wedding day, the only thing that truly matters is you’re married at the end of the day! Brooke and Cory chose the beautiful Historic Mankin Mansion and I was so excited to shoot there! Honestly, I had never heard about it […]
Jul 30, 2019
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After these two made their engagement session a favorite by working through the rain, I knew no matter what the weather gave them on their wedding day it would be beautiful and I was right!! Now in all fairness, we had gorgeous weather. 70s and buckets of sunshine with a heavy breeze off the water […]
Jun 25, 2019
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Um, how do I even start this post? First, chatting with Heather about her wedding plans literally had me starry-eyed, so I had high hopes for their engagement session!! Since I already had plans to be in Northern VA to visit my grandparents, we were able to schedule their session during that time. I used […]
Jun 12, 2019
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Walking into the beautiful homes of Coastal Accommodations to begin Katelyn and Logan’s wedding day, was a breath of fresh air. She was radiating, just so calm and cool, totally at ease and clearly relishing in her day. She pointed to all her details laid out in a beautiful neat arrangement and I think my […]
Jun 8, 2019
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It’s always a pleasure being back at The Historic Post Office in Hampton for a wedding, seeing how each couple puts their own spin on styling it for their special day! This was my first time being there for just a reception too! Walking into McKenzie’s bridal suite, girls buzzing around in their beautifully styled […]
Jun 3, 2019
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There have been some people I’ve met because of photography that it just seemed like fate, like we were destined to meet and become friends. Elizabeth is one of those people. From our very first phone call, where we CRIED together over just life to their engagements, her coaching me through flying fears to me […]
Apr 22, 2019
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