This past weekend, I had the absolute joy of photographing the sweetest expecting couple at The Sleeping Wildflowers in Chesapeake, Virginia. This location that is often overlooked this time of year. Many people arrive here in winter and immediately say no. They notice how the wildflowers have died off, how the landscape has turned shadesContinue reading “Finding Beauty in the Sleeping Wildflowers | Maternity Couples Session | Chesapeake, Virginia Maternity Photographer”
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Embracing the Storm — A Family Lifestyle Maternity Session at First Landing State Park | Virginia Beach Photographer
Yesterday’s session at First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach will forever hold a special place in my heart. As the day approached, we found ourselves in conversation, watching the weather closely. With a nor’easter moving in, there was that big question hanging in the air: Should we move forward or reschedule? But this braveContinue reading “Embracing the Storm — A Family Lifestyle Maternity Session at First Landing State Park | Virginia Beach Photographer”
A Whimsical Virginia Beach Photo Shoot at Pungo Ferry | Virginia Beach Photographer
As a Virginia Beach photographer, I love capturing moments that are both beautiful and meaningful. While I truly enjoy the classic and familiar locations I often work at, sometimes the creative side of me craves something new—something unexpected. Recently, I had the joy of photographing my daughter, Tashina, at the charming Pungo Ferry in VirginiaContinue reading “A Whimsical Virginia Beach Photo Shoot at Pungo Ferry | Virginia Beach Photographer”
A Golden Maternity Session | Backyard Wildflower Patch | Chesapeake, Virginia Photographer
There are some sessions that simply leave a mark on your heart—and this beautiful maternity session at a backyard wildflower patch in Chesapeake, Virginia, is one of them. From the moment this incredible couple arrived, their joy was contagious. They came full of laughter, love, and excitement for this next chapter in their journey toContinue reading “A Golden Maternity Session | Backyard Wildflower Patch | Chesapeake, Virginia Photographer”
A Golden Hour Family Session at the Backyard Wildflower Patch | Chesapeake, Virginia Family Photographer
There are some families that leave an imprint on your heart—and this sweet one is definitely one of them. I’ve had the absolute honor of photographing this incredible crew over the years, and watching these beautiful young ladies grow has been nothing short of a privilege. As a family photographer based in the greater HamptonContinue reading “A Golden Hour Family Session at the Backyard Wildflower Patch | Chesapeake, Virginia Family Photographer”
A Whim, A Camera, and the Magic of a Mini Carnival | Atlantic Fun Park | Virginia Beach Photographer
Some of the most memorable photo sessions don’t start with a plan—they begin with a spark of inspiration. Just this evening, my daughter came to me after work with an idea that lit up her face. She wanted to head down to the Atlantic Fun Park at the oceanfront in Virginia Beach for a spontaneousContinue reading “A Whim, A Camera, and the Magic of a Mini Carnival | Atlantic Fun Park | Virginia Beach Photographer”
Golden Hour Magic at the Backyard Wildflower Patch in Chesapeake, Virginia | Family Photographer
There are photo sessions that feel like pure magic—and this one was exactly that. Tonight, I had the absolute joy of photographing a stunning mama and her two sweet girls at the Backyard Wildflower Patch in Chesapeake, Virginia, and I still can’t get over how everything came together so beautifully. It truly looked like aContinue reading “Golden Hour Magic at the Backyard Wildflower Patch in Chesapeake, Virginia | Family Photographer”
A Stormy Beach Session Filled with Love | Virginia Beach Couples Photographer
There’s something magical about photographing couples who are completely in the moment—embracing each other, laughing freely, and letting go of perfection to capture something real. Last week, I had the absolute joy of photographing the sweetest couple during a storm that was rolling through Virginia Beach. They answered a model call I posted on FacebookContinue reading “A Stormy Beach Session Filled with Love | Virginia Beach Couples Photographer”
A Wildflower Session Full of Beauty, Strength, and Sweet Summer Moments | Backyard Wildflower Patch – Chesapeake, Virginia | Virginia Family Photographer
There’s something incredibly special about summer evenings at the backyard wildflower patch in Chesapeake, Virginia. The golden light, the soft breeze through the tall blooms, and the sounds of little feet running through the grass—it all creates a kind of magic that’s hard to describe but easy to feel. Recently, I had the joy ofContinue reading “A Wildflower Session Full of Beauty, Strength, and Sweet Summer Moments | Backyard Wildflower Patch – Chesapeake, Virginia | Virginia Family Photographer”
Heart for Heroes: A Day on the Water with Rudee Tours and the Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads
This past Friday, I had the absolute honor of joining the Heart for Heroes Fishing Trip, a special outing organized by the Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads. Their Presenting Sponsor Serco being a great help. All while being hosted at Rudee Tours. It was a day filled with unforgettable moments, belly laughs, and trueContinue reading “Heart for Heroes: A Day on the Water with Rudee Tours and the Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads”
Why Your Favorite Spot Might Be the Perfect Photo Location | Virginia Beach Photographer
Sometimes, the best locations are the ones we stumble upon. Recently, my daughter and I discovered a quiet, tucked-away spot right here in Virginia Beach — and it turned into the sweetest little adventure. We picked wildflowers, chased the golden light, and just enjoyed the kind of unscripted, magical moments that remind me why IContinue reading “Why Your Favorite Spot Might Be the Perfect Photo Location | Virginia Beach Photographer”
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