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!

DOCUMENTING LOVE'S UNSCRIPTED CHAPTERS FROM COUPLES & FAMILIES IN COLORADO + VIRGINIA

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February 12, 2020

Best of 2019 | Virginia + Florida Lifestyle Portraits

It’s that time of the winter season when I have the honor of sharing some of my favorite memories from the previous year. From Virginia to Florida, 2019 was quite eventful!! I managed to book portraits during my trips in two different states, which made traveling very busy, but also rewarding. When I look at these photos below, I cannot help but be grateful that they entrusted me to document their special occasions. 🙂 I found that a lot of my bookings were maternities, and I’m happy to see the women’s body celebrated because it is a beautiful gift to carry/grow LIFE! Incredible …

I went through my entire year of lifestyle portraits and selected some of my MANY favorites!!! So many laughs, fun and insightful conversations/connections, and stories — I need to keep a journal of my adventures with couples/families!! Haha! Each session helped make 2019 a year I’ll never forget, and I hope to connect with these wonderful friends again soon!!

To my families/couples who made last year the most beautiful year documented yet, THANK YOU!!!! I love thinking of each of you when I look through these memories below. You all are wonderful!!! XOXO!

I’m looking forward to what this year has in store!!! Thank you, to all of my 2019 families/couples, for sharing your beautiful moments with me. <3

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