Anniversary Session: Kelsey and Ryan

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From engagements to their wedding day at House Mountain Inn last year, I have been invited into Kelsey and Ryan’s life to photograph these moments for them. They’re always playful with each other, fun and I kept hearing them whisper, “I love you,” to each other throughout their anniversary session. Kelsey and Ryan gladly “snuck up” on each other, tickled, … Read More

Williamsburg Winery Engagement Photography: Allison and Josh

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Allison and Josh are getting married THIS weekend at the Historic Post Office in Hampton, Virginia. Before we send them down the aisle and photograph all of their moments on their big day, I wanted to share their engagement session with you all. Allison and Josh told me that they love being members at Williamsburg Winery. It truly is a … Read More

Historic Downtown Norfolk Engagements: Ally and Cameron

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Ally and Cameron had their engagement session in the Historic Downtown Norfolk area. These high school sweethearts braved the heat index that day and looked flawless doing it. I had so much fun photographing Ally and Cameron.  All of the normal cues for couples that I have to get them comfortable and capture candid moments of them I didn’t have … Read More

House Mountain Inn Wedding Day: Katie and Chase

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Katie and Chase’s had a wonderful House Mountain Inn Wedding day this past July. They stayed the weekend with their family and friends at House Mountain Inn and got to wake up too beautiful views of the mountains on their balconies the morning of their wedding. The mountains views were a must for these two avid hikers and campers, just … Read More

Virginia Beach Summer Wedding: Taylor and Jonathan

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Getting Ready Location: Sheraton Oceanfront Ceremony: Virginia Beach United Methodist Church Reception: Shifting Sands Beach Club Dress Vendor: Here and Now Bridal Venue: Shifting Sands Beach Club DJ/Band: Rich Davis from Astor DJ Cake Vendor: Incredible Edibles Cake Vendor Website: Florist: Lindsay Robinson Makeup Artist: Blush Tones Hair Stylist: Flawless On Site Decor: Classy Event Rentals Taylor and Jon met … Read More

Rebecca and Matt: Spring Wedding at the Botanical Gardens

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Rebecca and Matt started their wedding day getting ready at the Sheraton in Waterside. They both greeted us with ear to ear grins as we walked into their rooms. I didn’t expect anything less from these two warm and caring people on the morning of their wedding. We traveled over to Botanical Gardens for their intimate ceremony by the fountain. … Read More