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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October 7, 2014

Ken & Elaine | Reston, Virginia Engagement Photographer

I met Ken and Elaine at their beautiful home where I was immediately greeted by their doggies! A great way to start out a session as I love fur babies! 🙂 After walking around the property we headed out to Reston where the sun decided to come out just for them! Surprisingly, this was my first time photographing in Reston! I thought to myself, “after photographing these two, I have to run in to Paper Source!” Haha! Unfortunately, I don’t go up towards the city much as most of my sessions stay in the rural area. It’s mostly because I try to stay away from the D.C. traffic, but fortunately I didn’t run into any traffic coming up their way. 🙂

As I was photographing Ken and Elaine, I could not help but laugh at their sense of humor! Elaine’s smile came naturally with Ken’s sarcasm and jokes. On top of the laughs and jokes, they also had a soft and delicate romantic side. With the creamy golden light towards the end, it created some beautiful moments I couldn’t help but squeal! I just know these two are going to look AMAZING on their wedding day at Keswick Vineyards! I cannot WAIT!

Thank you Ken and Elaine for bringing me out to Reston for your engagement portraits! 🙂 I cannot WAIT for your wedding next June! xoxo

ken_elaine_reston_virginia_engagement_photographer-1_web… And this is what happens behind the scenes to get the shot above. 😉
ken_elaine_reston_virginia_engagement_photographer-3_webken_elaine_reston_virginia_engagement_photographer-4_webLove the way he makes her laugh. 🙂
ken_elaine_reston_virginia_engagement_photographer-6_webGorgeous couple!
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ken_elaine_reston_virginia_engagement_photographer-37_webLOVE.
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ken_elaine_reston_virginia_engagement_photographer-54_webBeautifulllll back drop!
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Congrats on your engagement!!! xoxo

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