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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May 1, 2014

Brian & Tara | Hermitage Hill Farm, Waynesboro, Virginia Wedding Photographer

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The second Tara had her dress zipped up … I could not help but feel EXCITED for her and Brian! Over the course of our journey together with meetings and the engagement session, I felt emotionally connected to their special day. Ohhhhh gosh, and when her little niece Brooke got up to the microphone to sing the song, “The Way I Am” by Ingrid Michaelson … the tears filled up the reception room. On top of these wonderful moments, I don’t think the weather could have been more perfect for a wedding! Really!!! There was one particular spot I REALLY wanted to photograph but it would only work if it was cloudy … magically, the clouds came over just in time for our portrait time in that spot, then the sun came out to finish the remainder of the time ending with an AMAZING sunset! I saw SO many IPhones come out to capture this sunset! It was an amazing day and I could not be more thrilled for these two!

Tara is SUPER outgoing, fun and always has a smile on her face! Brian compliments her so well with his spontaneous actions … especially on the dance floor after no one thought he was going to make an appearance … but we guessed wrong as he started busting moves on the dance floor to get everyone hollering in the reception. And what a FUN group of family and friends they had!!! Their enthusiastic crowd carried the reception until the last minute of the night! So glad they had so many awesome people to celebrate their special occasion. Totally deserve it!!!

Thank you Brian and Tara for a wonderful day!!! SO happy for you! CONGRATS! xoxo

7_receptiondetails_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-1_webBeautiful farm lands!
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2_prepping_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-19_webFather seeing the bride for the first time … as well as the little ring bearer. LOL! I think he was a little shy. 😉
2_prepping_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-22_web6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-1_webAbsolutely STUNNING bride!!!
6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-5_webFun nail polish!
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6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-14_web6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-18_web Ceremony started and so did the tears!
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5_weddingparty_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-1_webLove the colors!
5_weddingparty_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-2_webLOVE THIS!
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5_weddingparty_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-12_webHahaha!
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5_weddingparty_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-18_webWOHOO!!!!
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6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-51_web6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-55_webCute!!!
6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-61_web6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-63_webTHIS. LIGHTING.
6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-64_webADORABLE!!!!
6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-67_web6_portraits_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-75_webFavorite!!!
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8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-1_webCute!
8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-3_web8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-4_web8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-5_web8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-6_web8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-7_webBrooke ROCKED it!!! Made us all tear up!!!
8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-9_web8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-14_webOkay, I typically never post up photos of cake feeding … but this was TOO good to not post up!!! LOL!
8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-17_webHe forgave her. 😉
8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-18_webTime to dance!
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8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-28_webThese guys knew how to get DOWN! LOL! One of the best moments on the dance floor!
8_reception_hermitage_hill_farm_virginia_wedding_photographer_-32_webYAY! CONGRATS!!!! xoxo
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VENDORS:
Venue: Hermitage Hill Farm & Stables, Waynesboro, VA
Hair/Makeup: Erica Joshua
Caterer: Hank’s Smokehouse
Florist: Honeybees Florist
Baker: Cakes by Cathy Stewart

 

  1. Lindsay says:

    Steph!! This is some of your ABSOLUTE BEST WORK! I am amazed at your talent! What a stunning wedding!! Can’t wait to see who features it because every single thing is AWESOME!

  2. Lisa Spottswood says:

    AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

  3. Christian Kinsley says:

    DJ yours truly :p These photos are amazing!

  4. Lauren Swann says:

    Ahh! Gorgeous!! The glowy light in those portraits is breath taking!! Good work Steph!! Xo!

  5. Nikki Shilling Nargi says:

    Beautiful work.

  6. Brooke Tyler LaVoie says:

    These are all so perfect!!!<3

  7. Jennifer Tatro says:

    Stunningly beautiful! Loved the photo of Brian seeing Tara for the first time, made me teary all over again !

  8. Debbie McCabe says:

    beautiful beautiful pictures!!!!!

  9. Emily Wade says:

    Beautiful! I’m a sucker for a purple wedding! Coloring was amazing! And Cathy Stewart did our cake!!

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