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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!

DOCUMENTING LOVE'S UNSCRIPTED CHAPTERS FROM COUPLES & FAMILIES IN COLORADO + VIRGINIA

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January 18, 2017

I hope you all have taken the time to reflect the 2016 year. Was it just me or did it seem like 2017 swooped in faster than any year in the past? I’m ready for time to slow down, please!!! Let’s see how I did in 2016… 2016 was a whirlwind of a year. As […]

I love this time of the year for countless reasons! A time to reflect. A time to relax. A time to review. Every year since 2013, I have gathered my photos from the previous year and shared what inspired me going into the new year! That’s exactly what I’m doing today! 🙂 Last year was a […]

Guys! I’m so excited about this slower season of life! I sat down and brainstormed goals and dreams, personally and professionally, for the 2017 year and look forward to sharing those with you on Wednesday. 🙂 So how am I able to strategize a successful year? I wrote down what worked and what didn’t work. […]

Since 2016 ended over a weekend, I failed to share reviews from over the past twelve months! Even my 2017 resolutions! That’s for another blog post, though. 😉 Last year was an adventurous, but super busy one! I’m looking forward to this year for many reasons, but let’s focus on the 2016 year since 2017 […]

What a week! I was excited when JMU won the semifinals in December to move forward to the FCS National Championship! During my years at JMU, one of the best football years happened in 2008. I will never forget that season… But it was also a sad year when Montana beat us in the semifinals. […]

Where do I even begin this post? I absolutely ADORE Jason and Brittney. I had the privilege of meeting them through Monterey Church, but I believe Jason and I met years ago in the wedding industry since his older brother has done video and DJ work! God connects us with people in our lives for […]

To my dear and sweet 2016 couples, Wow, can you believe it? 2016 has come to an end. After months of planning, stressing and coordinating, you’re MARRIED!!! You pulled off an incredible and successful party and should be proud. 🙂 Now it’s time to celebrate the years ahead! I recently heard a sweet man give […]

Congratulations to all of the newly engaged couples!!! This is what the wedding industry calls, “engagement season.” 🙂 The holiday season is a cheerful time of the year, which leads to the great opportunity of popping the big question with family and friends gathering. Every engagement ring is different which makes it unique to the couple.  It’s fun […]

Hard to believe in February will be my one year anniversary in my new home. After settling in April, it has been a joy embracing the space and getting to know my neighbors! I look around every day with a humble heart and thank God for where I am today. Thankful for a roof, water, […]

December 19, 2016

Well, it’s hard to believe this is one of the last Weekend Recaps of 2016! I’m sitting by the Christmas tree typing today’s blog post with Christmas music playing in the background and I wish this magical cheer lasted more than a month. 🙂 Last week was spent packaging 2016 client gifts, finalizing edits, dressing up/shipping […]

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!

DOCUMENTING LOVE'S UNSCRIPTED CHAPTERS FROM COUPLES & FAMILIES IN COLORADO + VIRGINIA

@stephaniemessickphoto

find inspiration

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