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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May 1, 2017

Weekend Recap

Weekend Recap

Gosh, I’m so overwhelmed by the support I received over the past couple of weeks, especially after the most recent blog post! My heart behind that post was to connect with those who are familiar with heartache and that there is HOPE. <3 I have had so many reach out to me, and I thank you for your willingness to share your story! When the world can feel so lonely at times, it’s really not at all! We have to look up to God for love and comfort and know that you are surrounded by so many who love and adore you!!

A quick and important note: ** I’ll be out of my office from May 2nd-15th! I have the incredible honor of traveling with two dear couples of mine to help them document their destination celebrations. Follow along on my Instagram Stories to check out my adventures in the Dominican Republic and Outerbanks!

I hope you were able to enjoy this past weekend! It was a hot one… Whew. I’m only hoping we get spring back, which it seems to be the case this week! Crossing fingers the weather will be cooperative this summertime for the weddings I have lined up! I know my couples (and vendors) will appreciate cooler temperatures. 😉

Weekend Highlights

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, mom!!!!! <3 We took her to Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards for the first time, and it was a PERFECT afternoon!!! She loved the atmosphere, the food and most importantly, the WINE! We will be back. 🙂 🙂 🙂

Weekend Recap

Weekend Recap

The evening was spent with some more family time at Poplar Springs. Of course, my other “sister” joined us! We love you, Izzy!

Weekend Recap

I love my parents! They are so cute! <3 Oh, this was the best part!! Lora from the ah-mazing Gateau surprised my mom with this DELICIOUS lemon raspberry cake!!! It was so yummyyyyyy!!!! She was a happy camper! 🙂 Happy Birthday, mom!

Weekend Recap

Sunday was spent with friends at the Middleburg Point to Point Races! A little hot and humid, but so much fun! We had a little too much fun trying on hats. 😉

Weekend Recap

What’s coming to the blog this week?

Eric and Tracy | Old Town Alexandria Engagement

Weekend Recap

Lee and Brittany | Marriott Ranch Wedding

Weekend Recap

Cannot wait to share more on the blog! Have a wonderful start to your work week and I look forward to sharing some new adventures soon!

xoxo!

  1. Cyndi Messick says:

     Thank you for an amazing day on Friday! It was so much fun, and the best part was spending the day with family and wonderful friends!