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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October 1, 2014

Stephen & Elissa | The Winery at Bull Run, Virginia Wedding Photographer

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Famous line of the day by Stephen during their first look … “Is it inappropriate to look at her butt”? Lol! To say the least, this crowd was so much fun to photograph! All of the special and sentimental moments came  so naturally. I remember falling in love with these two at their engagement session in downtown Alexandria. I initially thought these two were very soft spoken, but then I got to know these two and absolutely love their comedy! Especially when they got on the dance floor! I noticed that their guests were very similar, loved to get down and have fun! I could not help but bust out laughing when photographing some of the men wearing sombreros, skipping around making everyone laugh, including myself! You’ll see what I mean once you look through the dancing photos. 😉

Thank you so much Steve and Elissa for an incredible day on Friday!!! It was an honor to be a part of your wedding and document all of these special sentimental moments. 🙂 Enjoy some of my favorites!!! xoxo

Gorgeous day I would say!!!
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CONGRATS!!! xoxo

Thank you to all of the vendors involved!!!
Venue: The Winery at Bull Run, Chantilly, Virginia
Hair: Marisa Norton from The Beauty Parlor
Makeup: Zia Torres
Caterer: RSVP
Baker: Amphora Bakery
Florist: Shelley Campbell
DJ: Nate Clancy from Im the DJ

  1. Elissa Norton says:

    Stephanie, These pictures are amazing. You were able to capture our day perfectly. Thank you so much for photographing our wedding, we had a blast with you 🙂

  2. Debra Healy says:

    ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!

  3. Sally Miles says:

    Everything was so incredibly perfect! Loved every detail Elissa! What a fantastic day… love your colors… and your shoes!! Congrats!!