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Kayla, Brooks and I met at the Oatlands last month for their engagement session. It was super, super hot, but these two rocked it and I have so many favorites to share! They were so fun to work with and I cannot wait for their wedding next year *insert heart eyes here.* You’ll definitely want […]

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Kayla + Brooks | Oatlands Engagement Session

Engagements

August 23, 2022

Last year, I had the unique opportunity to photograph a beautiful styled shoot at Boydville, the Inn at Martinsburg.  Every once in a while, it is fun to step back from weddings and portraits for a day, and just be creative.  This styled shoot was exactly that; an opportunity to be creative, be inspired, and […]

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Spring Styled Shoot | Martinsburg, WV Styled Shoot at Boydville

Weddings

April 28, 2022

Another beautiful spring engagement session!  I love getting to photograph engagement sessions at meaningful locations. When Lauren asked if we could take their engagement photos with the cows on their farm, I was so excited.  For one, I love getting to explore new locations to find the best light for my clients.  Secondly, how special […]

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Lauren + Zach | Catlett Engagement Session

Engagements

April 13, 2022

Earlier this month, I met up with Megan and Chris in Warrenton for their engagement session.  If their engagement session is indicative of their wedding day, I know it’s going to be a sweet celebration.  These two were a dream to work with and didn’t mind walking throughout old town to so we could capture […]

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Megan + Chris | Old Town Warrenton Engagement Session

Engagements

March 22, 2022

I feel like I was just blogging my Best of 2020- Weddings post, and now I am selecting my favorite photos from 2021!  Time truly flies when you are living out your dreams and photographing amazing weddings.  It is quite humbling to be able to witness these beautiful celebrations and be trusted with documenting timeless […]

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Best of 2021 | Weddings

Weddings

January 17, 2022

I knew this wedding would be one for the books, but when it came to the actual wedding day, I was completely blown away by just how incredible the entire day was from start to finish.  Ashley and Ivan are two of the nicest people, and it was so easy to tell just how loved […]

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Ashley + Ivan | Purcellville, VA Wedding at Tranquility Farm

Weddings

December 28, 2021

A wonderful couple, beautiful weather, great details, amazing venue and a fun crowd is a recipe for a fantastic wedding.  Corey and Trevor had just that for their late September wedding.  Their day was simply lovely from start to finish and one of those weddings that was truly just a joy to document.  Corey put […]

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Corey + Trevor | Berryville, VA Wedding at Historic Rosemont Springs

Weddings

November 3, 2021

After waiting one year, Anna and Matthew were finally able to celebrate their marriage with their friends and family!  They got married on August 1, 2020 with just their immediate family in attendance, and moved the big party to 2021.  Well, one year flew by, and they renewed their vows surrounded by all their family […]

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Anna + Matthew | Leesburg, VA Wedding/Vow Renewal at Riverside on the Potomac

2021

August 30, 2021

One of my most asked questions I get from my couples is: “what should we wear for our engagement session?” When I was planning my own wedding, I definitely struggled with picking our outfits for the engagement session.  It seems like an insignificant detail, but it’s actually pretty important!  Your engagement photos are a reflection […]

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Engagement Session Outfit Tips + Inspiration

Engagements

July 27, 2021

I met with Faith and AJ earlier this month to document their engagement photos and we had the prettiest light!  It seems like we are experiencing more rainy/cloudy days than sunny days this year in Virginia (or at least every time I have a session the forecast doesn’t want to cooperate!) so I am always […]

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Faith + AJ | Culpeper Engagement Session

Engagements

June 14, 2021