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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January 19, 2016

Best of 2015 | Prepping Moments

Best of 2015 | Prepping Moments, Virginia Wedding Photographer

After hours of hair and makeup, it’s time for the bride to put on her dress. The excitement is BEAMING not just from the bride but from her family and bridesmaids. The last bit of the zipper is up and cheers burst out loud! She’s getting MARRIED to the man of her dreams!!! The final touches are placed on her and her mother turns around to see her daughter all dressed up. In disbelief of how gorgeous she is, they welcome in the bride’s father. He approaches her with tears in his eyes giving her a hug as if he never wants to let go, but he is truly proud of her!

In the meantime, her groom is getting ready with his family and friends. They may not be squealing with excitement, but there is definitely a celebration happening! Haha! I always say that the guys have it so easy the morning of. 😉 Most of the time, I find the men golfing, playing video games, playing croquette, corn hole or just hanging out! Since they don’t have to worry about hair/makeup, the time is so easy for them! I love to capture those little moments of hanging out if they are close by to the bride! Every wedding is different and that is why I love what I do! No two weddings are the same and I strive to capture the moments uniquely to the day. 🙂

Thank you all for allowing me to capture these raw moments in action!

Sweet mother and daughter moment. 🙂

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Like father, like son!

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Sweet moment between father and daughter. 🙂

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The bride was surprised by her family/bridesmaids with a book filled with sentimental letters. To say the least, everyone was in tears!

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Who wouldn’t want to have their best furry friend there at their wedding?!
I love the moment when the father of the bride can walk in to see his darling little girl all dressed up. 🙂 SO sweet!!!

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Very proud father!!! 🙂

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Flower girl watching the bride put on her heel. 🙂 Darling!

Best of 2015 | Prepping Moments, Virginia Wedding Photographer

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