Est. 2012 | Colorado Springs, Colorado and Charlottesville, Virginia wedding & family photographer

Colorado Springs, Colorado and Charlottesville, Virginia wedding & family photographer
Est. 2012

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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February 4, 2015

Office Space

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Any creative craves a change in their business from year to year. This year, I took the step to “upscale my brand” if you have been following my journey you have seen the changes made over the course of a month. I love the improvements being made in and outside of my business. It is taking some time to puzzle everything together and I have to keep reminding myself that it cannot be done overnight. I still have a long list of things I would love to conquer this year, but what I decided to do is prioritize the list so if there are things I can do later I won’t feel bad about not finishing it before the wedding season kicks in. One thing that was high priority on my list was to bring my office space to the same level of my tweaked branding.

I loved my office before renovating it, but I felt as I grow up along with my business so should my entire look. I took out the BOLD pinks and brought in neutrals to create a classy and cozy space. I set myself a budget and went on a shopping trip to find the perfect set of couches and accessories for my space. When I walk into my office in the morning, I notice a huge difference but only because I see it everyday. Maybe to a viewer, you may not see all of the differences I paid attention to changing. That’s not the point though. 🙂 It’s the overall feeling when you walk into the room … I want my logo/brand to be the 3D version. Classy. Personal. Romantic. I hope you see these words or similar feelings when you view these photos below. 🙂

I have been waiting WEEKS to share with you my office space and finally I can debut it to you all today! 🙂

So you may remember my office looked like this…

BEFORE
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AFTER
Stephanie Messick | Virginia Wedding Photographer Office I ran across these couches at Pier One and fell in love with them! 🙂
This is my FAVORITE candle company!!! Aquiesse, “Bamboo Teakwood” … oh my gosh, it’s amazing.
Oh yes, Pixie says HI! 😉
I received this beautiful Ashlee Proffitt print at the Creative @ Heart Conference! Love it!
Stephanie Messick | Virginia Wedding Photographer Office I love this crystal camera! Perfect classy accessory in my office. 🙂 Thanks Ellen for this beautiful gift!!
Love this print by “Printable Verses”
“We found love right where we are” <3

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Lauren Swann says:

February 4, 2015 at 5:09 pm

Oh my gosh!! This is adorable!! Love it, Steph!!
Cyndi Messick says:

February 4, 2015 at 5:16 pm

Love it, can’t wait to see it in person! And even Pixie got a new toy on her tree! 🙂
Natalie says:

February 4, 2015 at 5:39 pm

Stephanie, You are a rockstar! I absolutely LOVE your office and what a dreamy, airy space you’ve crafted! Love it!
Kristi McKeag says:

February 4, 2015 at 8:02 pm

Stephanie, oh my goodness, LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! Love the updated look!! It is absolutely perfect!!! I want to come hang out in your office:-)
ashley says:

February 4, 2015 at 11:31 pm

this is PERFECT!!!! i love your office space!!! gah! i can’t wait for the day when i get an office! 🙂
Why Make Friends in a Competitive Industry | Stephanie Messick Blog | Wedding and Portrait Destination Virginia Wedding Photographer says:

February 11, 2015 at 2:34 pm

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