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 18, 2017

Kathren | Richmond, Virginia Graduate Portrait Photographer

Kathren | Richmond, Virginia Graduation Portrait Photographer

It has been two years since the last time I saw Kathren! I’m not sure where the time has gone, but she went from graduating VCU as an undergrad to graduating with her Master’s degree last weekend! These portraits were a great way to celebrate the new chapter of her life! 🙂 Although now there is talk about law school, so I guess she must love school! Haha!

Kathren | Richmond, Virginia Graduation Portrait Photographer

Kathren’s smile is infectious, and she radiates from the inside-out! Two years ago, we met at VCU and photographed around the campus, so this time we thought by switching up the atmosphere, she would have a nice variety of photos compared to her senior portraits! We had originally planned to go to Belle Isle for sunset, but unfortunately, it was closed due to the recent rainstorm. We improvised and caught the sunset just in time!! I love the glowy light and we were blessed with it during our final bit of time together. 🙂 I’m so grateful for her positive spirits!!!

Thank you, Kathren, for another fabulous time together!! You are beautiful inside and out, and I look forward to what the future has in store for you!! It’s going to be BRIGHT!!! 🙂 🙂 🙂 CONGRATS!!! Enjoy a preview from our time together!!

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CONGRATS!!!!

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