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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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August 29, 2016

After closing my computer for what seemed like a month (really, it was about two weeks), I’m finally back in my office and catching up with emails, editing and everything in between! I have SO much to share about my recent travels to Cape Cod, Massachusetts and started drafting the blog post this morning to […]

Cameron and Haley’s session happened less than 24 hours ago but I cannot help but to share these photos before I depart for Cape Cod on Monday. 🙂 I have photographed in downtown Culpeper many times so when they decided to have their photos there, I was excited to explore and adventure new spaces! I strive […]

Kim walked into Potomac Point Winery and could not help but to squeal with excitement! The day had arrived and she was surrounded by many pretty details. 🙂 Her sweet bridesmaids were just as enthusiastic for her and built up the enthusiasm even more when it was time to see Rob. I love that Rob and Kim […]

Tim, Morgan and I met at the beautiful Sky Meadows Park for their sunrise engagement session. We could not technically meet at sunrise, since the park doesn’t open until 8 a.m., so we had to work around the harsh morning light. What wasn’t a challenge  was photographing these two! They are some of the cutest, most […]

What a week/weekend! Since returning from the beach 1.5 weeks ago, I have had to lock myself in my house to get computer work done. Just last week, I edited about 3,100 photos … talk about a “WHEW” moment! This week, I have about 2,000 to edit, a presentation to prep for Saturday’s workshop with […]

Taylor’s mom, Stephanie, and I met years ago when she was preparing to get married to the love of her life, Jeremy. Cannot believe they have been married for over two and a half years already! I remember meeting Taylor at her mom’s wedding where I had the chance to help celebrate the special occasion with the […]

That moment when you are told that the bride has 17 minutes to get dressed and have her first look with her groom before a huge rain storm arrives… Fortunately, no panic attacks! In fact, Amanda was the most calm bride ever as we prepped for her to see Josh. 🙂 Josh took her hand around the barn door […]

Every year, I donate my services to the Midland Christian Academy. I enjoy serving the church community, especially when a dear family friends of mine “win” my services during their annual silent auction! I absolutely adore the Mast family and have known them for what it seems like all of my life. 🙂 Their little ones aren’t […]

Happy first day of August!!!! Guys, where is this summer going? Next month will be the turning point of fall and I cannot grip around this idea that 2016 has already passed the half way mark. Although, I can definitely say that I’m ready for cooler weather! I don’t know anyone who agrees with this heat […]

Well this wedding has to be one of the hottest weddings I have ever photographed! Last Saturday reached a heat index over 115 degrees! Mind you, the ceremony/reception took place outdoors. Despite the scorching temperature, AJ and Marina didn’t complain! They embraced every minute of their special day. At one point of the afternoon, I apologized […]

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

Gallery images