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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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A Garden Inspired Wedding Party at Great Marsh Estate Wedding

A lot of thought, intention, and love went into planning this beautiful garden-inspired Great Marsh Estate wedding. Eleanor had a clear vision for the day, and with her impeccable organization and attention to detail, she brought it to life flawlessly. The result? A wedding that surprised and moved many of their family and friends in […]

George Washington Masonic Memorial Wedding

Erica & Ian are MARRIED!!! They are officially named the Dodgers. I jokingly gave Erica and Ian that nickname after their rain-free engagement session and wedding day! If you haven’t read their engagement story yet, it’s a must—so much heart and joy! Now, let’s talk about their beautiful wedding day. Despite ominous weather forecasts, we […]

Old Town Alexandria Engagement Spring Flower Trees

It’s Erica and Ian’s WEDDING week! And what better way to kick off the celebrations than by sharing their beautiful Old Town Alexandria engagement session?! We really rolled the dice with this session. Rain was on the radar just hours before we were supposed to meet. But Erica and Ian were all in, and I’m […]

Washington DC Engagement Photographer | Maggie & Jake

Spring is here, and I’m so excited to kick off the season with Maggie and Jake’s spring engagement session in Washington, DC! These two are absolutely adorable! 😊 When they hired me as their wedding photographer, they mentioned wanting their engagement portraits to coincide with cherry blossom season—and while the peak bloom had just passed […]

Cherry Blossom Inspired Wedding at Tranquility Farm

This wedding is all about the pink flowers! After all, Mason and Brooke planned their wedding date to happen during the cherry blossom/saucer magnolia bloom. Fortunately, the saucer magnolia tree they had their hearts set on for wedding portraits was still in full bloom—and I loved how the pink petals weren’t just overhead, but gently […]

Colorado Springs Bridal Show | Wine & Nosh

Colorado Springs’ premier bridal event, Wine & Nosh, hosted by Sarah Viera Events at the picturesque Spruce Mountain Ranch, just took place over the weekend. As always, an event to remember! With its intimate atmosphere, curated selection of top-notch vendors, and dazzling fashion show, Wine & Nosh continues to be a must-attend event for couples […]

The Inn at Little Washington | A Virginia Countryside Photographer

I had the pleasure of meeting Kate and her family on a beautiful evening for their family portrait session. When Kate reached out, she envisioned a backdrop that truly captured the essence of the Virginia countryside. Having spent many special moments at the Inn at Little Washington in Virginia over the years, Kate felt it […]

Early Mountain Vineyards Wedding | A Cozy November Celebration with Southern Charm

On cold winter days like today, I love reminiscing about Kelsey and Ryan’s November wedding at Early Mountain Vineyards. The lit fireplaces and glowing candles created a cozy, romantic atmosphere that perfectly suited their celebration. Their elegant white and blue color scheme immediately takes me back to Kelsey’s stunning dress from their Old Town Alexandria […]

Colorado Springs Lifestyle Portraits | Amy + Family

As a Colorado Springs Family Photographer, there’s something truly special about capturing moments for families at every stage of life. While I often photograph young families with children, it’s not as common to get the opportunity to photograph adult children, which makes these sessions even more meaningful. There’s a unique beauty in documenting the bond […]

Word of the Year | Intentional

Happy New Year! Last year was a WHIRLWIND. Between being pregnant and sick for half of the year to running a business and household with minimal sleep for the other half, I’m definitely looking forward to 2025! 2024 was great for our family in terms of bonding, growth, and boundaries, but this year, I’m focusing […]

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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