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, 2016

Best of 2015 | Reception Shots

Best of 2015 | Reception Shots, Virginia Wedding Photographer

I love coming into the reception ready to celebrate with my couple! Why not have fun on the job? Sometimes I’m asked to join the couple on the dance floor for one of those group songs like the Wobble or Cupid Shuffle … Can’t turn that opportunity down. 😉 My couples aren’t just “another couple”, but friends of mine. <3 I make sure to always be active running around the dance floor. Whether I’m taking photos of random group shots or funny dance moves or a sweet moment between the parents, my goal is to document moments the couple didn’t know was happening. More importantly, I’m there to document their celebration and produce photos that express the personality of the party! Especially the sentimental moments of the parents tearing up during the dances (some of my personal favorite moments!). Whatever the mood of the party, every wedding is different which makes my “job” fun and so enjoyable!!

Enjoy looking through some of my favorite reception shots from this past year! What’s happening next week? I’m sharing those unforgettable funny moments! You’ll definitely want to check back in on Tuesday for that one! 🙂

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