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 30, 2014

Keith & Carolyn | Chantilly, Virginia Wedding Photographer

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Keith and Carolyn are MARRIED!!!! I know it has not been an easy process as Keith is in the Military and had many scheduled deployment dates prior to this point. I cannot even imagine! I’m glad this worked out for them because they deserved this beautiful Sunday wedding! You may recognize them from yesterday’s engagement session post. 🙂 Since they flew into the area to get married, it was convenient to have their engagement session just days before their big day. Can we say thank goodness for a perfect sunny long weekend?!

What family and friends were saying around me, you just know Keith and Carolyn were meant to be with each other forever. Not only are they sweet, but so sincere and just good hearted individuals. I know they have waited a long time to be able to be married and I’m more than thrilled that the timing worked out for them. What a dream wedding! 🙂

Keith and Carolyn, thank you for an amazing Thursday AND Sunday!!! I am so honored to have documented these special moments for you all. 🙂 Enjoy some of my favorites!!! Best wishes to you both! xoxo

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1-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-2_webCarolyn surprised Keith with an American flag garter. 🙂 Cute idea!
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2-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-8_webFirst look with her soon-to-be-husband. 🙂
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3-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-6_web3-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-1_webPerfect fall atmosphere for photos!!! Thanks for making your way through the leaves for these shots. 🙂 So worth it!
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4-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-7_web4-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-8_webTime to get HITCHED!
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5-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-3_webYAY! 🙂
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9-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-2_web9-keith_carolyn_chantilly_virginia_wedding_photographer-17_webChair dance! So much fun!!!
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CONGRATS!!!!! xoxo

Thank you to all of the vendors involved!
Venue: Westfields Marriot, Chantilly, VA
Hair/Makeup: Hair and Makeup Unveiled
DJ: Bialek’s Music
Cake: Wandas Cakes
Florist: Blooming Spaces
Videographer: Joe Townsend

  1. absolutely looove the photos of the ceremony! so vibrant fall colours! fun of the day is very well captures! keep up the great work!