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 9, 2016

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

Well 2015 was definitely one for the books! I love this time of the year when I have the chance to reflect the portraits/weddings I had the privilege of capturing. So today, I thought I would take a different approach to finish up the series, “Best of 2015” by sharing the top ten “LOL” moments! 🙂 This is definitely a fun post!! I enjoy sharing the “bloopers/funny moments” every year to show some lightheartedness in these events I photograph. So without further ado, let’s begin the countdown!!!

NUMBER 10
When your kid decides that he doesn’t want to participate in the photo anymore there is only one solution … Throw him over your shoulder and everything will be finnnnneeeeee! 😉

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 9
Who says ring bearer need to be kids? What I loved best about this playful moment was the frolicking!! The perfect touch … Especially while throwing the rose petals!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 8
Oh you know, just having a starring match with one of the kids. 😉 Hahah!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 7
That moment I asked my couple to playfully throw the football back and forth to one another … All of the sudden it turned into Jon running at Hope and tackling her to the ground. My jaw dropped! Haha!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 6
You know … Just the father and his son-in-laws. LOL!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 5
That moment the wedding party surprised the guests with a musical dance… OH IT WAS EPICCCCCCC!!!!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 4
This kid clearly didn’t approve of the music. LOL!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 3
That one romantic time during the sand ceremony when the wedding party was singing Phantom of the Opera, “Think of Me” when all of the sudden, the piano was breaking out into some random malfunctions. Definitely a moment no one will ever forget! I was in tears laughing so hard!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 2
Oh you know, what’s an engagement session without running away from your lovely fiancé?! LOL! I gave them a task to run and give each other a big hug … It turned into James running full force passed Natalie! LOLOL! Oh it made my entire year!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

NUMBER 1
Best unforgettable moment of 2015?! That time the Taylor and Jessica’s destination wedding jumped into the pool!!!! There were some pretty epic diving photos for sure but this photo ended the night perfectly!

Best of 2015 | Unforgettable Moments, Virginia Wedding and Portrait Photographer

THANK YOU all for the laughs … the unforgettable moments … and everything in between! You all are the best! Cannot wait to see what this year brings! XOXO!!!!

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