HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY! Today I pull this elopement from the archives. This sweet couple met me on March 17th 2020… With the world falling apart around us all these two choose to move forward and celebrate their wedding. We kept it simple and beautiful. Capturing memories they could look back and smile on. AsContinue reading “St. Patrick’s Day Wedding – Elopement – Virginia Beach Wedding Photographer”
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Recycle Your Wedding Attire – Portraits – West Freemason Street Area Historic District – Norfolk Virginia Photographer
When you tell them to put their wedding attire back on and capture a unique shoot together. Chase and Michelle chatted with me about style and how we could change things up a little for them. Making their session fun and unique to them. These two sweet souls were smiling and laughing the whole time.Continue reading “Recycle Your Wedding Attire – Portraits – West Freemason Street Area Historic District – Norfolk Virginia Photographer”
Big Family Fun At Home – Lifestyle Portraits – Chesapeake Virginia Photographer
I’ve always been a believer that photography is about being real and showing raw moments with those you love. And this family did just that. Each little one was full of laughter, silly moments, and kept true to who they are as a family unit. I believe that as we look back at our familyContinue reading “Big Family Fun At Home – Lifestyle Portraits – Chesapeake Virginia Photographer”
Couples Portraits – In The Rain – Pleasure House Point – Virginia Beach Photographer
When a sweet friend reaches out to surprise her sister with a couples session… You just have to do it! I had so much fun meeting Sophia and Mars at Pleasure House Point in Virginia Beach! When we had planned their session it was going to be a sunny day. But leave it to VirginiaContinue reading “Couples Portraits – In The Rain – Pleasure House Point – Virginia Beach Photographer”
Family Portraits – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach Photographer
This wonderful Mama reached out to me about a family session on the beach. She wanted fun, silly, and photos that showed her family perfectly. I loved that they all wanted to laugh and truly have fun with their session. So I made sure to capture Mama with her boys in a way that onlyContinue reading “Family Portraits – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach Photographer “
Maternity Portraits – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach Photographer
I had the pleasure of meeting this sweet couple for their maternity session at Sandbridge in Virginia Beach. The sun was so bright and warm as we captured some adorable photos. The weather was a perfect mix of cold with the wind blowing, but when it stopped you were warmed by the sun. This allowedContinue reading “Maternity Portraits – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach Photographer”
Elopement Portraits – Norfolk Botanical Gardens – Virginia Wedding Photographer
Pulled from the 2019 archives… This sweet elopement at Norfolk Botanical Gardens in Norfolk Virginia. Alina and Bill had their intimate wedding and met me for their wedding portraits. They are another beautiful example of couples who make their wedding about them. They made sure to document their wedding in a way that was specialContinue reading “Elopement Portraits – Norfolk Botanical Gardens – Virginia Wedding Photographer”
Baptism – Sandbridge – Little Island Park – Virginia Beach Photographer
Over the summer while shooting at Sandbridge I watched this young man walk down to the water, and you could see he was waiting for someone. After a few minutes I watched people approach him. I watched how they gathered around him even closer. At this moment I knew I had about 15 minutes beforeContinue reading “Baptism – Sandbridge – Little Island Park – Virginia Beach Photographer “
Ruth and Nik – Backyard Elopement – Virginia Wedding Photographer
Pulled from the 2019 archives this backyard elopement with friends. I love that when Ruth and Nik reached out they requested an intimate backyard wedding. Just them and their friends. They wanted to capture their new home, friends, and their love of books and swords. How can one say no to that? You just can’t!Continue reading “Ruth and Nik – Backyard Elopement – Virginia Wedding Photographer”
Valentines Couples Portraits – The Vibe Creative District – Virginia Beach Photographer
For one day only I will be offering couples the chance to meet up and capture some memorable, fun, unique, and loving photos. It’s rare to have the chance to get loved ones in front of the camera together… So now is your chance! We will meet at a location at The Vibe Creative DistrictContinue reading “Valentines Couples Portraits – The Vibe Creative District – Virginia Beach Photographer”
Summer Memories – Virginia Beach – Sandbridge Photographer
It’s that time of the year! Where I announce summer dates for Sandbridge portraits. This is where families who vacation in Sandbridge like to document their time together. As well as locals who come to capture their growing families and little ones. Even couples who like to have fun photos in the sand together. (OtherContinue reading “Summer Memories – Virginia Beach – Sandbridge Photographer”
Fun Couples Portraits – The VIBE Creative District – Virginia Beach Photographer
Last year I put out a model call for a couple to meet me for some fun photos at The VIBE Creative District in Virginia Beach. And when this AMAZING young lady replied I was beyond joy. This couple met me and were a real treasure to work with. Between the laughter, snuggles, and sweetContinue reading “Fun Couples Portraits – The VIBE Creative District – Virginia Beach Photographer”
Family Portraits – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach Photographer
There is nothing better then summer time. It is one of my favorite seasons. I love watching families travel to Virginia Beach to vacation in Sandbridge for generational family gatherings, for weddings, or just to celebrate those summer holidays. Being able to document that time with those you love is important. So meeting up withContinue reading “Family Portraits – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach Photographer”
Engagement Portraits – Little Island Park – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach Photographer
One of my favorite parts of weddings is the engagement session. You are probably asking yourself why, especially when it has nothing to do with the wedding day. THE ANSWER: Because this is where I get to meet my couple. This is where I get to learn who they are and what makes them laugh. Continue reading “Engagement Portraits – Little Island Park – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach Photographer”
Raquel and Jordan’s Wedding – Cypress Point Country Club – Virginia Beach
Okay, so here goes. Raquel and Jordan are two of my favorites! Why? Because when COVID hit these two didn’t let that stop them. We had to rearrange dates, venues, even vendors to help make their day come to life. And they kept themselves in good spirits the whole time. Their engagement session was aContinue reading “Raquel and Jordan’s Wedding – Cypress Point Country Club – Virginia Beach”
Realtor Headshots – Branding – Virginia Beach
When your bestie asks you to help her with headshots and branding photos for her social media. I jumped to help her! Victoria is one of the kindest souls I know. And as anyone knows any moment you are with her you are laughing and smiling the whole time. She is a bright light inContinue reading “Realtor Headshots – Branding – Virginia Beach”
Family Portraits – Freemason Historic District – Norfolk Virginia
I had the pleasure of meeting this beautiful family for their session at The Freemason Historic District. These little ones were full of energy, laughter, and silly faces. And I was all for it! As a photographer I like to make sure the children are free to be themselves. That they don’t have to worryContinue reading “Family Portraits – Freemason Historic District – Norfolk Virginia”
Brittany and Nicholas – Intimate Wedding – The Historic Cavalier – Virginia Beach
A look back at this perfect little wedding with Brittany and Nicholas. They stayed at the Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach. A beautiful and historic hotel that dates back to 1927, that also has welcomed 10 presidents and famous people such as Frank Sinatra to Elizabeth Taylor. Intimate weddings are one of my favorites toContinue reading “Brittany and Nicholas – Intimate Wedding – The Historic Cavalier – Virginia Beach”
Family Portraits – William and Mary College – Williamsburg Virginia
One of the things I love is when my families want to have their photos done in a different location. Something that shows them who they are, and what they love. And the Lupton Family did just that! We met at William and Mary to shoot their family session. We walked around and had funContinue reading “Family Portraits – William and Mary College – Williamsburg Virginia”
Engagement Portraits – Freemason District – Norfolk Virginia
I had so much fun with Shelbie & Scott during their engagement session in the Freemason District! Their session was full of laughter and silly moments. I believe laughter is the key to all photos. And these two had a lot of laughing moments. You see, I’m not a photographer who says, “Sit, smile, lookContinue reading “Engagement Portraits – Freemason District – Norfolk Virginia”
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