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 24, 2014

Garret & Nicole | Oatlands Historic House and Gardens, Leesburg, Virginia Wedding Photographer

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There is something SO special about this particular couple. After seeing them together during their engagement session, it was VERY clear that they genuinely care for one another. And that was more than obvious on their very wedding day. As their special family and friends came together for this special occasion, I could tell really how beautiful this wedding was. The smiles and laughs shared between not just the bride and groom but between families … it was a true celebration of marriage!

After Nicole told me her wedding was happening at Oatlands Historic House and Gardens, I was SUPER to photograph them there as in the near future I want to start specializing in weddings similar to this set up (gardens/plantations/wineries/farms). The place was of course beautiful, especially with the flowers starting to bloom in the gardens. What I thought was super unique and awesome was during the cocktail hour, generally guests are having to spend their time eating/drinking (which of course everyone doesn’t have a problem doing) but in this case Oatlands Historic House and Gardens opened their mansion house and offered to give free tours around the house while we took photos. What an awesome idea to keep guests entertained during this time! Other things I loved at their wedding … the kilts! They celebrated their wedding with an Irish twist, which my brother should be excited to see as he owns his own kilt! I also LOVED their beverage bar with unique drinks like … Orange, Lemon, Rosemary Water and Raspberry Tea just to name a couple. The Lemon Rasberry and Cocoa cupcakes were a true hit and loved their cake table set up. Check out all of their details they put together to make this day happen. 🙂

I cannot thank you two enough for honoring me and including me apart of your special day. Truly, it could not have been more perfect. <3 What a wonderful day to always look back on! CONGRATS!!!! xoxo

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1_preppingdetails_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-1_web1_preppingdetails_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-5_webBeautiful flowers! Pinks, tangerines and greens … love the combo!
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2_prepping_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-17_web2_prepping_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-24_webI LOVE THIS.
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Seeing each other right before the ceremony. 🙂
2_prepping_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-26_webThe look he gave her seeing her for the first time in her wedding dress. 🙂 Made my heart melt!
2_prepping_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-28_web2_prepping_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-31_webNo joke … this Rasberry Tea … I need to make it!
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3_ceremony_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-9_webGiving the crowd “the look” if anyone were to not approve of their marriage. Hahaha! Of COURSE everyone approves!!!
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3_ceremony_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-19_webGosh, what a pretty group of girls!
5_weddingparty_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-1_web5_weddingparty_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-2_webLove the colors. 🙂
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5_weddingparty_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-12_webYAY!
5_weddingparty_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-13_webCute!
5_weddingparty_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-15_webSuch a pretty natural smile. 🙂
6_portraits_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-1_webOne of my favorites!!
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7_receptiondetails_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-11_web7_receptiondetails_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-13_webLove the hydrangeas filling up the bowls as a centerpiece!
7_receptiondetails_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-14_webI’m not going to say these are the best cupcakes ever … but they ARE. All of the guests were all about it!
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8_reception_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-21_webEven the staff were digging the music! Haha!
8_reception_oatlands_plantation_virginia_wedding_photographer_-30_webCONGRATS Garret and Nicole!!!
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CREDITS
Venue: Oatlands Historic House and Gardens
Day of Coordinator: Paula Kiley
Hair: Jhovanna from Semblance Hair Studio
Caterer: Seasoned to Taste
Florist: Lavendar Green
Baker: Shugar Shugar (the entire crowd basically attacked the cupcakes because they were AMAZING!!!!!!!!!)
DJ: MSE Productions

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