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With over a decade of experience, I’ll gently guide you through a relaxed, meaningful photography experience — allowing real connection, emotion, and in-between moments to unfold naturally. So when you look back, you’ll remember how it felt, not just how it looked.

Timeless photography for couples and families who want to remember how it felt.

@stephaniemessickphoto

Stories of love, connection, and the moments in between

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Well, it has been a LONG time since I was writing these posts regarding my equipment lineup! Since I just closed the Best of 2015 series, it’s time for a new chapter of blog posts. 🙂 I have so far gone over the macro lens and a wide angle lens. Let’s go in the opposite […]

As you all saw in my announcement a few weeks ago, I am hosting a Runaway Brides 5k Fun Run for all brides/bridesmaids this April 2nd! I cannot tell you how thankful I am to have this event hosted at a more than perfect venue! If you haven’t checked out Marriott Ranch and you are […]

Well 2015 was definitely one for the books! I love this time of the year when I have the chance to reflect the portraits/weddings I had the privilege of capturing. So today, I thought I would take a different approach to finish up the series, “Best of 2015” by sharing the top ten “LOL” moments! 🙂 This is […]

February 8, 2016

Guys… I cannot believe that it is almost mid-February! With my final walkthrough this Friday and closing early next week, I am getting excited, anxious and nervous! I just cannot grip time! This past weekend was spent with family and friends with of course some antique shopping. 😉 Sometimes it’s a hit or miss but it’s […]

I love coming into the reception ready to celebrate with my couple! Why not have fun on the job? Sometimes I’m asked to join the couple on the dance floor for one of those group songs like the Wobble or Cupid Shuffle … Can’t turn that opportunity down. 😉 My couples aren’t just “another couple”, but friends […]

Last year, the talented Jennifer from May June Events reached out to me regarding a sweet styled shoot she was creating. Once she told me the theme of the shoot was Cinderella, I was SO in! As we were quickly brainstorming some ideas, I could not help but to think of two perfect models for […]

I apologize in advance for the long blog post! I had nostalgia going through each wedding photo. 🙂 I have been so blessed with these couples in my life! It takes a lot of trust to have a photographer photograph such intimate moments, especially on a wedding day. That’s why I believe in the engagement session […]

February 1, 2016

HAPPY FEBRUARY EVERYONE!!! Can you agree that you are relieved that January is done?! Haha! Maybe it’s just me, but it definitely didn’t seem to be my month with my car. Seems like once you have it paid off, there is always something that comes up. Can I get an Amen?! I have confidence that […]

Each couple has their own vision for their special day. The details they decorate the reception space really tune in the “look” they were after and most of the time, the vision is reflected in the venue atmosphere to bring in that awe factor. 🙂 The creative team they hire to make this vision come to […]

January 27, 2016

We made it! We made it through the blizzard of 2016 without any power failure! Days prior to the storm, I started gearing up by of course going to the grocery store to only find myself as the stereotypical consumer needing milk! Every grocery store in Warrenton had zero milk… Just my luck! All I can […]

With over a decade of experience, I’ll gently guide you through a relaxed, meaningful photography experience — allowing real connection, emotion, and in-between moments to unfold naturally. So when you look back, you’ll remember how it felt, not just how it looked.

Timeless photography for couples and families who want to remember how it felt.

@stephaniemessickphoto

Stories of love, connection, and the moments in between

Gallery images