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 31, 2017

Josh & Lindsey | Morais Vineyard, Virginia Wedding Photographer

Josh & Lindsey | Morais Vineyard, Virginia Wedding Photographer

This day was anticipated for a LONG time! When I was trying to find a collage of photos I did for their engagement session, it took me a while to locate it because their engagement portraits were done over a year and a half ago! So much time has passed, but they were patient and excited! 🙂 We had the best time during their engagement session, so I only imagined their wedding would be even more so.

Leading up to their big day, we were a little nervous checking out the weather forecast. Rain was predicted for that afternoon/evening, so it was hard to know what was going to happen. We prepared for the worst, which ended up working out because we felt blessed when we had sun! We even had glowy light for sunset portraits. 🙂 Before the ceremony/reception started, everyone worked hard to bring together the vision of Josh and Lindsey’s wedding. Everything came together beautifully from start to finish. 🙂

Josh & Lindsey | Morais Vineyard, Virginia Wedding Photographer

It’s so fun to relive this day by looking through these photos! So much JOY!!!! Josh and Lindsey looked happy and of course, beautiful!! Once the party started, oh man, it was a PARTY. I feel like the party started before the ceremony. Haha! It really was a fabulous celebration with their closest family and friends. <3 It was an honor to be a part of this day, not just photographing the action and moments, but celebrating! <3 They have a BRIGHT future ahead!!!!

Thank you, Josh and Lindsey, for giving me the incredible privilege of photographing your wedding day! Enjoy looking through some of my favorites!!! CONGRATS! XOXO!

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Sweet moment! <3

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Cutest little flower girl!!!

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Beautiful, Lindsey!!!

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Guys prepping space sponsored by Bud Light and Chick-Fil-A! Lol!

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Loved seeing Josh’s reaction to Lindsey. 🙂 She’s GORGEOUS!

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Oh man, the guys had WAY too much fun… Lol!

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They were really excited to show off those socks … Even the one ankle sock. Lol!

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Those socks made many appearances. Haha!

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Gorgeous, gals!!!

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LINDSEY!!!!! You’re stunning!

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Haha! I love this one!!!

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We slipped outside for sunset portraits and I’m so glad we did!! So glad the rain stayed away! 🙂

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Party time!!

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Yay! Love these two!!!!

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CONGRATS!!!!!

Vendor Team

Venue: Morais Vineyards
Wedding Planner: Why Knot Event Planning
Hair: Shear Artistry
Makeup: Courtney Colmery
Caterer: Three Thrifty Chicks
Florist: Out of Hand
Baker: Next Generation Cakes by T
DJ: Will Gralley
Ceremony Music: Zoe Coppola
Videographer: NuGen Media
Stationery Designer: Ro and Co Paper Designs
Dress Designer: Augusta Jones through Sealed with A Kiss
Rentals: Sammys Rentals and Bride & Joy
Photo Booth: NuGen Media
Transportation: Touch of Class Limousines and Lightfoot Limousines
Bridesmaid Jewelry Gifts: Kendra Scott from Pepperberries

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