I’m Stephanie, a wedding + lifestyle photographer based in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Warrenton, Virginia. Whether I’m by the mountains of Colorado or Virginia, my soul feels at home, surrounded by rural living and the raw beauty of nature. I genuinely love what I do, and feel so passionate to share the enthusiasm and joy of these celebrations with you!

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July 12, 2013

Derek & Jamie Engagement | North Wales Remington, Virginia Photographer

We met at the earliest time … in history. Lol! Just kidding … but really, it was pretty early that we all had to wake up in order to make this session happen. During this time of year where the summer days are long, that means sunrise happens in the weeee hours of the morning. Preferably when I would like to still be curled up in bed. 😉 Haha! Honestly though, sunrise sessions are SO worth it!!!! Even though I love sleeping, waking up early for a gorgeous sunrise will wake me up in no time! Especially when my clients and I get to talking and hanging out!

Jamie and Derek were SO sweet! Not only did they give this session a GORGEOUS back drop, but they took me on a tour around North Wales! Can I say it was awesome?! And Jamie’s lovely sister was there and so we just all had a blast chatting about their upcoming wedding in just a few short months! Eeee! So excited!!!

Thank you Derek and Jamie for an awesome set up and making that happen as well as just being awesome! 😉 CANNOT wait for your special day! Thank you for giving me the opportunity to get to know you two and to have the honor to capture your big day in October! xoxo Enjoy the preview!

AND THE WINNER OF YESTERDAY’S SIMPLYBRIDAL GIVEAWAY IS…………..
Congrats to  KACIE for winning the 18″ Silver Plated Two Strand Lariat with White Shell Pearls!!!! I’ll be emailing you shortly with more details! 🙂 Congrats!!!

  1. Jessica says:

    is Derek a farmer who leases out the fields?