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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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I hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful weekend!!! 🙂 Saturday was a bit hot but yesterday could not have been more ideal for a summer day. It was definitely a great weekend but sad at the same time … My family had to put down one of our sweet kitties. 🙁 She had a wonderful 13 […]

It wasn’t that long ago when JR, Steph and I met at my parent’s farm for their engagement portraits to frolic in wildflowers. 🙂 We hit it off from our initial meeting together as we drank wine with Stephanie’s family at the Winery at Bull Run. It was a gorgeous December day … gorgeous enough to be outside! <= […]

Oh where do I even begin with this fun California trip?! The idea of visiting California started over Christmas break when my friend, Katelynn, and I were talking about when I could visit her. She has lived in LA since high school graduation (nine years ago!) so I don’t get to see her as often as I […]

Joe and Lauren stood at the altar holding their thoughtfully written vows. The sun was shining and the temperature was just right for this summer garden wedding. They spoke pure words of love to one another as if no one else was around. I would not expect anything less for their beautiful words they exchanged since […]

Hope everyone had a wonderful Fourth of July weekend! It sometimes seems like I’m at my computer more than my camera but the past couple of weeks I have been in front of my camera more than my computer. But you know what that means? A LOT of computer time this week as I edit away all […]

About a year ago, Dave, Hanaa, Isaiah and I met in Chincoteague, VA for their sunrise beach engagement session. It was definitely one to remember!! We had the most incredible golden light, not to mention, we had the best time running around getting to know each other. 🙂 Since then, we have been anticipating their […]

It has been two years since Kelly initially contacted me regarding her engagement to Stephen. 🙂 We were in disbelief on Saturday as we talked about where the time went but I’m glad it was finally their time to get hitched! They are just so darn cute together!!! You must remember Stephen and Kelly from their […]

This morning has been a little hectic prepping to leave out of town later today, but I’m slowly but surely getting everything checked off my list! 🙂 I’ll be out of town starting today and won’t be back until June 30th! Seems like so far away but I know that this time is going to FLY by! […]

I first met Caitlyn, her husband and their little one back in December when I hosted my fourth annual Christmas mini sessions. I’m honored they came back for a full session with the addition of Caitlyn’s sweet parents! Sweet is an understatement! Everyone came to the session with a smile on their face and even little […]

Where do I even begin with Brandon and Sam? They have been a blessing in my life … and not just in my life, but everyone! One detail I thought was very sweet and really exemplifies how thoughtful they are was how they made every single one of their guests feel special. On each place setting, Brandon […]

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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