Marsala and Blush wedding at Marina Shores Yacht Club: Jayme & Tony

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Jayme and Tony wrote to me that they met dancing the night way on the dance floor, and when you see their wedding reception you will understand why I think they were able to instantly fall in love with one another! Their smiles, laughter and carefree character at their wedding reception was a true sight to see. Their family and … Read More

7 Wedding Planning Tips from a Photographer and a Bride

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Don’t be afraid to get personal with some of your details or parts of your wedding day. You will remember more of your personal details years later more than what type of linens you rented or the color of your uplighting! All of those are beautiful additions to your wedding day but I want to encourage you to plan and … Read More

Marina Shores Yacht Club Wedding: Caitlin & Ryan

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Caitlin & Ryan are high school sweethearts! I know, we do not get to hear that to often now-a-days so I always think it is extra special when I hear this. They had class together when they were juniors in high school and Ryan nicknamed Caitlin, Cheese, which he still fondly calls her to this day. They did not explain … Read More

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Wedding: Stylized Wedding

Venue: Holiday Inn & Suites North Beach Linens, Tables & Chairs: Classy Covers Florals: Black Iris Florals Makeup Artist: Markia Robinson Wedding Dress & Groom Tux: Studio I do – All The Rage Wedding Planner: Epic Quest Weddings & Events Photographer: Jessica Ryan Photography

Virginia Beach Coastal Anniversary Portraits: Marie and Cody

Marie and Cody met with me at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront for their anniversary sessions and today is their One Year Anniversary of marriage! That is something to celebrate on the blog!! I love anniversary portrait sessions because they give me a chance to reconnect with my couples and catch up with them. They get to tell me al about … Read More

Holly Ridge Manor Wedding: Anna & Jimi

Anna and Jimi’s wedding day had a slight chance of rain, but you will see from their wedding photography that a drop of rain never happened! Grey washed succulents, coral and blush flowers and garlands filled the girls bouquets, their ceremony and their reception. Their wedding day had the most breathtaking color palette that I had the pleasure of photographing! … Read More