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 28, 2017

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

We are wrapping up the “Best of 2016” series on the last day of February with my favorite post of the year … Funny moments!! My job is very entertaining from wedding to wedding/session to session so why not show you what it looks like all in one post?

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

This post makes me smile, just thinking about the unexpected moments that occurred throughout the year. From kids to adults to animals, there’s something that pops up and catches us off guard, in the best way possible! Enjoy looking through some of my favorite funny moments from 2016!!!

That moment when the groom’s daughter doesn’t want to take any photos…

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Until we made it into a game… HAHA!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

“Look how fast I can run!!!”

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

…what just happened. HAHA!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

This little flower girl got bored taking photos… Clearly! Haha!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

This is Isla’s dinosaur and troll hair move. Haha!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Someone’s in trouble!!! Haha!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Right in the middle of the ceremony … LOL!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Kids do the darndest things!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

So do adults. 😉 HAHA!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Or sometimes the groom like to test his bride’s patience. Hahah!
Tripp in the right photo was feeling out the western vibes.

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Sometimes, you need to find a comfortable way to transport…

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

SMILE! Hahah!
Jessica joked about how wild her hair is … Well, I think I captured that a few times!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

THIS GOAT was hungry for that bouquet! Followed Brandon and Sam around the entire time! Haha!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

One of my favorite moments … Sweet, sweet Blake!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

…. THE LIFE.

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

I couldn’t believe the deer let them walk up so close!!
And let’s talk about the muscles on this dog… Haha!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Sometimes, animals come up unexpectantly!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Oh yeah, I forgot to mention that calves love to suck on fingers and hands. Good luck out there!!! 😉 Hahah!

Best of 2016 Funny Moments | Warrenton, Virginia Wedding Photographer

I cannot wait to see what moments I’ll document this year! <3 Thank you all for a fun and fabulous 2016!!!

  1. Jes says:

    I love all these precious moments you captured! Planned or not, these photos are fabulous!