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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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Gorgeous landscaping with a stone-mossy creek makes The Mill at Fine Creek stand out from any other wedding venue. It has been a couple years since I have last photographed here and I was thrilled to return! Leading up to the big day, the weather forecasters were predicting rain all day Saturday. I was praying that this […]

It was a bright and early morning during the Cherry Blossoms when I met up with David and Bevin for their engagement session. Typically, I am not a morning person but I will absolutely make an exception for pretty lighting + no crowds + pink flowers! It was by far one of the best experiences around […]

I’m SO thrilled spring has sprung all around us. 🙂 The flowers are blooming, the sun is bringing everyone outside … what is there not to love about this season (despite any allergies)?! Last week was pretty crazy for my schedule due to the enthusiasm over the greenery and blossoms. All worthwhile for sure! Thursday, […]

It was a gorgeous day on the Georgetown waterfront Monday! After photographing in DC pretty much all week, I may as well live there! Haha! It seems like the city sessions come in waves and of course cherry blossoms have something to with the scheduling. Definitely worth the drive/traffic for a new atmosphere anyways. 🙂 We […]

April 15, 2015

The week when everything started to bloom, Marc and Caity’s wedding arrived. How appropriate for the start of the wedding season! 🙂 I’m praying that this wedding weather continues throughout the year for all of my brides. They were incredibly blessed by not only the atmosphere, but the celebration. What a happy and joyful day […]

Cherry Blossoms are a huge hit from year to year in the DC area. Many couples dream to have their photos taken with the beautiful pink and white blooms. Although, it is SO hard to predict the peak bloom since they are only around for a few days. I have had to flex my schedule to […]

I hope everyone had a FABULOUS weekend! After the gloomy weather we had for a solid week, the sun was just what we all needed this past weekend. 🙂 The trees were blooming and it was definitely the ideal spring weather we have all been dreaming of. So happy that Marc and Caity’s beautiful wedding day […]

It’s always exciting to catch up with couples after their big day. Especially when they have exciting news to share!!!! Brian and Tara asked if they could do a quick session so they can make the announcement to their family and friends so of course I could not turn down the opportunity!!! There’s something so special […]

You get to a point in your business where you can start giving back your talents, no matter if you are young or mature in your business. That is the best part! God blesses us with talents and our purpose is to find that outlet to bless others. Your talent may be sewing or painting or even […]

I knew if Chris and Beka’s initial consultation was any indication of our time together, we were going to have fun! They told me about how Chris proposed and I thought it was one of the most original stories I have ever heard! Not to mention, hilarious! Really, you have to take a moment and read […]

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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