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A wedding planning inspo library for all couples — whether your wedding is next week, or you’re still “casually” sending your partner pictures of engagement rings.

I DON’T HAVE ANY PLANS TO ADD “WEDDING PLANNER” TO MY RESUME, 

...but after shooting hundreds of weddings, I’ve learned manyyyy things about pulling off the wedding you’ve always imagined. 

And because — whether you’re my client or not — I can’t stand the thought of any couple NOT experiencing a picture-perfect day, I’m sharing all of my resources about wedding planning and my insider know-how right here on the blog to get you started. 

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Weddings

Absolutely Charming Swinging Bridge Farms Wedding

Summer Swinging Bridge Farms Wedding in Mendota, Virginia I distinctly remember the moment that Jessica told me she had found “THE” dress for her Swinging Bridge Farms wedding. We were sitting at work and she had this adorable little grin as she scrolled through her photos on her phone. As soon as she flipped the […]

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Weddings

Stunning Ellenbrook Mansion Wedding

Summer Ellenbrook Mansion Wedding in Lebannon, Virginia Miranda and Stephen met on a blind date at this cute little Soda Shoppe in Abingdon. She hadn’t really wanted to go, but somehow she found herself sitting across from the man of her dreams. Since then they’ve laughed and loved, which was exactly how they spent their […]

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Engagements

Bristol Virginia Engagement Session | Bruce & Audrey

We loved photographing this cute couple! Audrey and Bruce are best friends and enjoy every second they get to spend together. We love they way they hold hands as they walk, and say the simplest things that make each other laugh. They are a fun and easy going couple, who love everything about being together. […]

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Engagements

Truly Perfect JC Raulston Arboretum Engagement Photos

JC Raulston Arboretum Engagement Photos in Raleigh, North Carolina If you’re looking for the perfect spot in Raleigh, North Carolina for your engagement session you need to check out the JC Raulston Arboretum. It’s part of the NC State Campus and is a nationally acclaimed garden in the Southeast United States. The arboretum will take […]

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Virginia-based, destination-friendly photographer who believes you            have to be a model to get gorgeous wedding photos.

That “I’m excited about my wedding, but terrified I’m going to hate how I look in the photos” feeling? I totally get it. 

But aside from always being able to get the perfect shot despite being in a dark hallway with no natural lighting and capturing the first kiss at the right moment, I’m also an expert at making you feel like a natural in front of the camera so that you love each and every photo. 

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