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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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Cannot believe these two are getting MARRIED next month! I’m sure by the time they get married, the temperatures will have cooled down and the leaves will have changed color. It happens so quickly! They were hoping for fall engagement portraits but we ended up with summer weather. Fortunately, they didn’t sweat it! It was a […]

I cried like a baby … The moment the horse and carriage came around the corner, it was like a fairytale! Absolutely gorgeous!! There was not a dry eye as I looked around the ceremony. All emotions were high from the anticipation just waiting for the bride to arrive. Hope stepped out from the carriage to […]

When looking around my house brainstorming what I could share on my blog, I thought why not share some of the projects I jumped right in when I officially had the keys to my home! When signing paperwork for a newly built home, they highly stress to not paint until the one year walk through. At the one […]

September 12, 2016

I’m keeping this blog post short and sweet … but not too sweet 😉 … since I’m off to the dentist in 45 minutes! I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend! Seems like the weeks are FLYING by, especially with fall coming. Cannot WAIT for pumpkin everything! 🙂 I realize that because I only have one […]

Guys, it seems like FOREVER since I have posted a DIY project … Well, because it has been a few months! I’m looking forward to sharing more projects over the months to come. For the meantime, I’m excited to share my TV frame I hand built all by myself! I made the mistake when customizing […]

It was only appropriate for Scott and Caitie to get married at the sentimental place Caitie once called home. Crazy enough, her dad  and stepmom were in the process of moving out of the house this week! I cannot imagine hosting a party for over 100 people and packing up at the same time! Although, […]

Thank you, Artfully Wed, for featuring this wedding on your blog!!! Since photographing this wedding a year ago, I realized how blessed I am to know Brianna and Matt. Brianna is not only a caring and sweet bride, but a friend. 🙂 Now that Artfully Wed featured their photos, I thought how appropriate it was […]

I spent the last couple of weeks intensionally away from my computer trying to soak in vacation time. I have never been to Massachusetts before so this was a fun, exploring adventure! The temperatures were PERFECT. I highly suggest for anyone who wants to travel to the MA coast, go in August! Right when you […]

I absolutely adore these two! Their laughter, smiles, laid back and fun attitude rubs on people the right way. It was especially obvious on their wedding day just seeing them interact with their closest family and friends. 🙂 They are so loved! This wedding might possibly be one of the most joyful weddings I have photographed! I’m […]

I remember sitting on my porch talking to Elnora on the phone. Her contagious laughter, excitement and enthusiasm were some of the qualities that I loved when talking with her! If you don’t remember their adorable love story, you must read it HERE! 🙂 When it comes to a solid foundation in a relationship, they are firm […]

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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