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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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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 […]

Reflecting on Matt and Lauren’s journey since our initial meeting, it has been great a joy getting to know them. They are not only fun but super sweet and personable. We spent a lot of time getting to know each other from our coffee date to their engagement session in downtown Georgetown to their final […]

It wasn’t that long ago since Chris, Natalie and I met up in downtown Richmond, VA for engagement portraits. I remember it was a little chaotic because I was in the midst of moving but it was nice to get away from the chaos and photograph this sweet couple! When we had our initial meeting, […]

Danny, Brittany and I met last year for engagement portraits on one of the hottest days of summer. Fortunately for us, even though Saturday seemed hot (90 degrees) for a July day, we had a glorious breeze making it one perfect summer wedding day at King Family Vineyards in Crozet, Virginia!! It has been a […]

Well it has been a while since I have had the privilege of photographing a proposal. 🙂 I had the incredible honor of photographing one sweet proposal Fourth of July weekend and it could not have been a better kick off to the Holiday weekend! Justin contacted me weeks ago regarding this surprise proposal to Allie. I […]

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

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