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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November 7, 2023

Michelle & Peter | Burke Lake Park, Virginia Family Portraits

Michelle & Peter | Burke Lake Park, Virginia Family Portraits

Michelle and Peter reached out with the exciting news that they were expecting baby number three! The last time I photographed them, they were expecting their sweet little girl, Lauren! That was back in 2018… Time flies. 🙂 So this was my first time meeting Lauren and seeing how much their son, Jorden, has grown! We met on a cloudy morning at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax, Virginia, but the even lighting worked in our favor.

Michelle & Peter | Burke Lake Park, Virginia Family Portraits

Fortunately, we did not meet at sunrise for their session because it turned out to be a super foggy/dreary sunrise! We had to work around the boaters (there was some sort of competition going on), but you would never guess looking through these photos. 🙂 Instead, we had geese photobombing in the photos, which was welcomed! Haha! Lauren enjoyed throwing rocks into the water or finding feathers left by the geese, so Burke Lake Park was a great backdrop for side entertainment. 😉 Which we all know is important for children! This session turned out super cute — Check it out below!!

A Morning Family Session at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax, Virginia

Thank You!!!

Thank you, Michelle and Peter, for having me document this season of waiting by the water. I loved catching up with your family since the last time I photographed you all! Best wishes and CONGRATS!!!

Stephanie Messick Photography, LLC is a Colorado Springs, Colorado Wedding, Engagement, Maternity, + Family Photographer, also serving Northern + Central Virginia. Learn more HERE or contact her HERE!

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