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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April 10, 2014

Matt & Esther | Briar Patch Bed & Breakfast, Virginia Day After Portraits

What exactly are “Day After Portraits”? It started last year with Andrew and Ashley’s session and ever since then, I have loved it when I have the opportunity to do this with my couple! Imagine being the bride and groom the day of the wedding … or maybe you have been there … there is SO much going on between timeline, guests … I cannot even begin to name everything going through the brides head! We continue on with a full day of shooting on their special day, but to add to it, we plan for more portraits the following day. It doesn’t always work out some couples leave the following day for their Honeymoon, but for those who aren’t planning to leave right away have the opportunity to make this happen. It’s super relaxed, fun and so peaceful! If you didn’t check out Matt & Esther’s wedding post from yesterday, be sure to check it out. 🙂

Thank you Matt and Esther for getting back into your attire for another fabulous and beautiful time with you two! I have enjoyed every moment of these past days with you both! Wishing you nothing but the best in your marriage!! xoxo

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