Wedding traditions are deeply embedded in cultural norms across the globe. They can feel deeply meaningful, lighthearted and fun, or rigid and old fashioned. It might even feel overwhelming to navigate which traditions to include in or exclude from your celebration. The beauty of planning your own wedding is that it entirely belongs to you. […]
May 24, 2023
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Before I dive into some of the reasons elopements are incredible, I do have to gush about the specific one featured here. During their celebration, Chris and Katy were so glamorous and effortlessly made their day feel like a classic Hollywood soiree. The elegant attire and impeccably designed home created an atmospheric panache, showcasing the […]
Apr 10, 2023
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In home newborn portrait sessions are comfort – the comfort you feel when you smell a newborn’s head or wrap yourself in the coziest blanket. They’re a slice of life lived in a few hours, encapsulated for a lifetime. My favorite function of a newborn portrait session is storytelling. The story of a family, in […]
Mar 21, 2023
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I don’t always recommend January for outdoor sessions. It can be extremely cold and gloomy out. However, this downtown Richmond winter engagement session proved me wrong! I hadn’t met Charleigh or Eric before but was excited to have this session together before their wedding this summer. Not only are engagement sessions great for providing photographic […]
Feb 13, 2023
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These days…Fluttering by like the flit of a hummingbird wing, beautiful and fleeting.How do we capture the days?The tiniest slice of a moment, the ones we might not even know are occurring until they add up into minutes, hours, snowball into days and years, waiting for us to inspect them in the mind’s eye, turning […]
Jan 20, 2023
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Haley and Tyler brought their best girl Sadie with them to their central Virginia summer estate engagement session. She ran and jumped excitedly in the evening heat, under the golden sun. I love being able to include pets, hobbies and other activities that really invite couples to relax and let their personalities and relationship shine. […]
Jul 30, 2021
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This historic engagement session is swoon worthy. Tucked in the hills just north of Richmond, Virginia, Seven Springs’ tree lined estate is home to a historic house and the perfect backdrop for celebrating love. When I asked Audrey and Matt why they love Seven Springs as a venue for their engagement session and wedding, the […]
Jul 20, 2021
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Dorothy and William’s winter wedding at the John Marshall Ballrooms was a joyous and memorable soiree. Featuring many wonderful Richmond vendors including the KOS Band, this was a swinging night to remember. This was our first time photographing a winter wedding at the John Marshall Ballrooms, and it did not disappoint. The ballroom where Dorothy […]
Feb 6, 2020
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It’s the best view of Richmond in town! This adventurous family trekked over to Belle Isle with me for their scenic sunset family session. The light was perfect and so were the smiles! Once the girls started playing and giggling together, my heart had completely melted. I’ve been photographing them since they were born, so […]
Dec 10, 2019
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Wow, Julianna and Andrew’s New Kent Winery Vineyard Estate wedding was somehow even more beautiful than I expected. Being around them is like being with family. While she was getting ready, gracious Julianna asked if I needed anything. Their wedding embodied a spirit of warmth and care for each person in attendance, even the vendors […]
Oct 21, 2019
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