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This story behind these Outer Banks engagement photos is so unique. I was in the Outer Banks with my family for a quick summer vacation. We spent our Sunday morning on the beach. While we were enjoying our time on the quiet beach, I saw Erika and Luke enter the beach dressed adorably with a […]

Alena and Dylan’s whimsical backyard wedding in Virginia was the picture of PERFECTION! With a clear image in mind Alena was able to plan their dream wedding in about a year and come in under budget. The couple knew from the start they wanted to Alena’s parents’ home into their wedding venue. So along with […]

Photographing first looks are an amazing part of every wedding day! But if you aren’t sure about this tradition, this post will explain why it would be a romantic addition to your wedding day celebration that not only adds to the experience but also reduces stress. Please know that I would never want any of […]

July is perfect for cookouts, sand castles, ice cream and quick trips to the beach. It’s also the perfect time to start thinking about booking a holiday mini session for holiday cards and specialized gifts! Understandably, thinking about a Christmas mini session while you’re wearing flip flops can feel a tad early in your planning. […]

When I stumbled into the world of podcasts, I was lost! Like really so gone. After a month or two of true crime stories, I found the business side of all things helpful to my business! & recently as I have been paying a lot more attention to my personal trends I have found a […]

As a Virginia family photographer, I love capturing memories and milestones for growing families. The Sacco family chose to have me capture their photos at Castle Hill Cider in Keswick, Virginia. It’s a gorgeous wedding and event venue with beautiful grounds for photos. The Sacco family is such a fun bunch! We met through our […]

As a small business owner, I wear so many hats.  I am the photographer, marketer, social media manager, secretary, accountant, and now a photographer educator…  Over the last years as my business has grown, I’ve searched for a combination of Photographer’s tools and software that would allow me to be all of these things without […]

For Emilie’s birthday this year, Alex gifted her a hiking trip to Shenandoah National Park. This gift was a full weekend plan, starting with traveling from North Carolina to the mountains of Virginia, multiple hiking trails, and a few small winery visits. That’s when the real planning started. When I started as a Virginia Proposal […]