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With over a decade of experience, I’ll gently guide you through a relaxed, meaningful photography experience — allowing real connection, emotion, and in-between moments to unfold naturally. So when you look back, you’ll remember how it felt, not just how it looked.

Timeless photography for couples and families who want to remember how it felt.

@stephaniemessickphoto

Stories of love, connection, and the moments in between

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Spring is in the airrrrrr!!! 🙂 I love seeing flowers and greenery in my photo sessions again!! Today’s feature is a darling post because this sweet couple, Adam and Anne, have long anticipated this moment!! After a decade of being together, they officially tied the knot along with their closest family. I love intimate ceremonies, […]

It has been a good while since I’ve last been on here, but I’m back!!!! Brace yourself … It’s a long post!!! I’m not sure if I’ve told you my “word of the year” or not, but you know how I’ve developed themes throughout my business life? I’ve worked on words like … build, refine, […]

So, you might have seen a lot of photos of Ollie on my blog, Facebook, and Instagram, but Pixie was my original SMP mascot!!! Recently, she celebrated her SIXTH year in this world! Thinking about where these past six years went, I’ll never know. It was around this time when I was seriously considering officially opening […]

This blog week will be short and sweet because I’m heading out of town for the next couple of weeks. 🙂 It’s my last bit of traveling before the official wedding season kicks off the end of this month!! And boy, I cannot WAIT for the upcoming adventures! 🙂 Alex is moving down to Florida […]

Earlier in the day, before meeting with Michael and Lauren at Skyline Drive, I had a sunrise session in D.C. And although it was quite the adventurous day going from one side of the state to the other, I was REALLY looking forward to a good sunset and view!! 🙂 I met with Michael and […]

I don’t typically get up in the wee hours of the morning (hello to all of my fellow sleep-in lovers out there!), but when I do, it’s typically for a good sunrise!!! Chris and Stephanie were willing to brave not only the early rise but the CRAZY cold temps! Bless their souls because I was wrapped […]

Over the years, I’ve heard MANY friends, including Alex, rave about San Diego. Saying things like it’s the best city in the U.S.! I never really had a reason to visit, but do I really even need a reason/excuse to travel? When Kate, Alex’s soon-to-be-sister-in-law, said she was going to go to San Diego area […]

It was a COLD day in March when Greg, Amber and I met. Although, to be expected, but we still hoped for comfortable temps. I feel like we are still thawing out from last week, and I was even wearing a coat! I don’t know how these two still rocked this session without Eskimo gear. 😉 […]

I love a good adventure, especially when I’m surrounded by great company! 🙂 My weekend started on Thursday when I met with Greg and Amber for their engagement portraits at Great Falls National Park! We did a little rock scrambling and hiking, and I really enjoyed their enthusiasm running around the park. I’ll be sure […]

I’m currently soaking up these “slower” moments, although, they are definitely by no means, “slow.” With Ollie growing fast and furious, I’ve been working with him every day! 🙂 He’s already an amazing puppy (besides the tendency to bite when he’s excited), but I’ve already seen improvement! A lot is happening behind the scenes besides […]

With over a decade of experience, I’ll gently guide you through a relaxed, meaningful photography experience — allowing real connection, emotion, and in-between moments to unfold naturally. So when you look back, you’ll remember how it felt, not just how it looked.

Timeless photography for couples and families who want to remember how it felt.

@stephaniemessickphoto

Stories of love, connection, and the moments in between

Gallery images