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Ashley + Brian | Surprise ProposalBears Den Overlook | Bluemount, VA Ashley knew that something was up. She and Brian were taking a simple hike up the mountain the morning of July 4th for just the beauty of it. Of course, topping the mountain overlook to find overnight campers, and a senior photography session taking […]

I have written about my love of the bridal session before. It is one of our great Southern bride traditions that I adore. I remember being a little girl and going to my first wedding as a little guest. I remember walking into the reception at the most beautiful country club and there stood the […]

Ariel + Robert | EngagedStone Tower Winery | Leesburg, VA Any time I get to shoot at a new location, I’m a happy photographer, especially when that location is Stone Tower Winery. I have been wanting to photograph a couple at this gorgeous vineyard in Leesburg since my own bachelorette weekend was hosted here back in […]

Believe it or not, where you choose to get ready on your wedding day can have a HUGE impact on the look + feel of your wedding images.  If you think about it, a good portion of your wedding gallery is comprised of photos shot at your getting ready location – all of your bridal […]

Elise + Bryan | EngagedJones Point Park | Old Town Alexandria, VA Two weekends ago, I met up with Elise + Bryan for their engagement session in Old Town Alexandria, and let me tell you… it felt SO GOOD to get back behind the camera and do something “normal” for once!!  The streets of Alexandria […]

Hey there! I know the wedding day timeline can be somewhat intimidating! So much to think about: How much time is needed? What order works best for everything to happen smoothly and with good flow? How light affects everything, from the first look, to the ceremony, to those sunset portraits. While admittedly it’s not the […]

I wanted to put together a blog post to help couples navigate wedding planning during this crazy time.  I know everyone is on edge, frustrated, scared, anxious… including me… but there are definitely some things that I think will help couples as they navigate this challenging time. First of all, breathe.  This isn’t the end […]

The BIG DAY can be stressful, no doubt! Our job as Wedding Photographer’s is to try and alleviate that stress, at least the photography experience, by helping our bride’s be as prepared as possible. Below are some helpful Day-Of reminders and timing tips to ensure your wedding photography go as smooth and stress-free as possible […]