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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June 4, 2015

Phil & Allie

Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding Photographer

Let me just start off with saying that I adore Phil and Allie together! Their wedding day really was a magical from start to finish. Many smiles, laughs and tears were shed from Allie’s parents seeing her dressed up to Phil seeing Allie walking down the aisle to the hilarious dancing that occurred during the party. You can see it in their eyes how happy they are together! 🙂 I loved all of the sentimental details around like Allie’s mom’s wedding dress used in the veil as well as the buttons on the back of the decorative belt.

Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa in Morgantown, West Virginia was the perfect backdrop for their wedding day. If you didn’t know, Phil and Allie met while they were attending West Virginia University (remember their WVU engagement session?) so of course Morgantown has a special meaning to them. 🙂 I’m thrilled they brought me out there for their day!!! Not to mention, this group knew how to PARTY and have a good time! This classy blush, gold wedding is one I will always cherish … especially whenever I hear a Carrie Underwood song! 🙂

Thank you Phil and Allie for giving me the privilege and the honor of photographing your special day! <3 CONGRATS on a beautiful day and a beautiful start to your marriage!!! xoxo!

Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerLove this hairstyle!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPure joy! 🙂
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerAlong with some tears… I love that Allie’s used fabric from her mom’s dress to make her veil! So sweet!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerLove these color tones!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerAllie gave each of her bridesmaids an Alex and Ani bracelet. What a great personalized gift!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerLove the socks! Very appropriate for a golf wedding. 😉
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerAll tears from here…
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerSo cute!!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerYAY!!!! I love this little moment right after being pronounced as husband and wife!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerYou’re so pretty Allie!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerGORGEOUSSSSSSSSS!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerI felt like I was in Europe taking this photo with the water and mountains in the backdrop!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerI’m glad their pups were able to make an appearance in the reception!!! 🙂
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerA little surprise dance! Haha! Phil is awesome!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerThe real party begins… 🙂
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerHe looks enthusiastic. 😉 Hahaha!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerSurprise dance! Hahah!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerPhil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding PhotographerADORABLE!
Phil & Allie | Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa, Morgantown West Virginia Wedding Photographer

Thank you to all of the vendors involved!!!
Venue: Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa
Photographer: Stephanie Messick Photography
Planner: Megan Reeler, Coordinator at Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa
Hair & Makeup:  Waterfront Place Spa 
Caterer: Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa
Florist:  Blooms Florist
Baker: Almost Heaven Desserts and Coffee Shop
DJ:  Alex O’Neal
Stationery Designer: Wedding Paper Divas
Dress Designer:  Casablanca
Linen Rental:  Elite Bridal & Events

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