Category: BLOG
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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! […]
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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 District […]
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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. (Other […]
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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 sweet […]
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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 with […]
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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. […]
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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 a […]
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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 in […]
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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 worry […]
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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 to […]
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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 fun […]
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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, look […]
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Maternity Portraits – ViBe Creative District – Virginia Beach
The beautiful part of my job is capturing every part of life. And maternity sessions are certainly one of my favorites. Watching two souls who love eachother so much start growing their family together. And these two lovely people made their session fun and beyond adorable. Funny part was when I was waiting for […]
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Kylin and Kevin’s Wedding – Dover Hall – Goochland Virginia
Another timeless wedding being pulled from the archives and shared with you all. Kylin and Kevin reached out to me on Instagram to help capture their story. During their planning of their wedding we all were at the height of covid. And these two amazing souls wanted to still celebrate with those they love and […]
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Surprise Engagement – Sandbridge – Virginia Beach – Photographer
Frankie reached out to me about something he wanted to do for the love of his life Grace. A surprise engagement in Sandbridge. I loved everything about it! Frankie wanted to make sure that she did not have a clue about what was to happen. We chatted for a few weeks about every detail and […]
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Ashley and Jacob’s Wedding – King’s Grant Baptist Church – The Cove Venue – Virginia Beach
When Ashley reached out about her wedding day I was so excited to work with her. She was so sweet and wanted to make sure her wedding photos were fun, simple, and true to who they are. And of course how can a photographer say no to that? You just can’t! I met up with […]
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Fun Studio Portraits – Virginia Beach – Photographer
When your daughter request a photoshoot at The Studio for fun… Well this photograper said yes. We spent some time playing around and capturing some cute photos. All while showing off her love of books, WWE, and laughing the whole time. Even made some Tiktoks and Instagram Reels while we were there. These photos help […]
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April and Jonathan’s Wedding – THE Venue at Cahoon – Chesapeake Virginia
I had the pleasure of capturing April and Jonathan’s special day. Over the summer I met up with them to shoot their engagement session. They are two of the sweetest and cutest couples. Both laughing and enjoying life at every turn. I knew that if their wedding day was anything like their engagement session it […]
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Mommy & Me – Breastfeeding – Virginia Beach Photographer
During this Mama’s family session thier little one started to get a little fussy. We decided in that moment to take a little break so Mama could feed her little beauty. And while the little one was filling up her belly. I had them all sit together and capture some moments, after all family sessions […]
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Summer Family Portraits – Virginia Beach – Sandbridge Photographer
Okay, this family was everything! The little ones wanted to explore the sand and find shells. All while Mama and Dad danced and kissed beside them. It was so cute! And so perfect! I can still hear their giggles and see their little faces light up each time they found another shell. Are you a […]
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