Meet Stephanie

Let’s create an authentic experience that goes beyond photography.

i make my business personal

Nice to meet you!!

Virtual hug! I’m Stephanie (Messick) Schloe, and I’m a Colorado + Virginia-based wedding and lifestyle photographer. I’m also a military spouse, mother, Christ follower, traveler, 2011 JMU Alum (Go Dukes!!), Airbnb designer, and a Bachelor(ette) junkie (really just an excuse to hang out with girlfriends and enjoy a glass *or two* of wine)!

I often travel to Warrenton, Virginia (where I was born and raised on a family-owned dairy farm) throughout the year to visit family and friends and photograph weddings/portrait sessions. In between visits to Virginia, my husband and I love living the mountain life with our son and Golden Retriever in Colorado Springs! You can find us investing in real estate, hiking, skiing, and enjoying the outdoors any chance we get! 

Virtual hug! I’m Stephanie (Messick) Schloe, and I’m a Colorado + Virginia-based wedding and lifestyle photographer, established in 2012. I’m also a military spouse, mother, Christ follower, traveler, 2011 JMU Alum (Go Dukes!!), and a Bachelor(ette) junkie (really just an excuse to hang out with girlfriends and enjoy a glass *or two* of wine)!


I often travel to Warrenton, Virginia (where I was born and raised on a family-owned dairy farm) throughout the year to visit family and friends and photograph weddings/portrait sessions. In between visits to Virginia, my husband and I love living the mountain life with our son and Golden Retriever in Colorado Springs! You can find us investing in real estate, hiking, skiing, and enjoying the outdoors any chance we get! 

It’s an incredible honor to document something so unique and personal! Your story is inspiring, and I want to reflect that in your photos by catching those in-between, unscripted, heartfelt moments. 

Being in front of the camera can be nerve-wracking — But it doesn’t have to be! I approach every session/wedding with a vision and guide you with interactive posing so you feel comfortable and look natural in front of the camera. With my 10+ years of experience photographing, guidance with outfit suggestions, finding the perfect backdrops, and flattering poses, you’ll feel confident in front of the camera! When we are all set and done, the in-between moments of laughter and intimacy will share the sweet connection you’ll want to remember and cherish forever.

Tomorrow is not guaranteed, so let’s work together to capture your beautiful story in a way that can be treasured forever. Afterall, a photograph is a cherished reminder of what matters most in life — Your loved ones. Let’s get to know each other and bring your story to life!

Get to know me

Behind the Camera

What Makes My Heart Happy

What Makes
My Heart Happy

Travel

Although, there was that time I got food poisoning in thailand... worth it.

Real Estate Investing

My husband is the analyzer and I'm the decorator

FAll

Pumpkin everything, cozy sweaters, and fall colors

The Mountains

Between skiing, hiking, and admiring the views, it's our favorite place to be over the weekends

MY FAMILY

I wouldn't be the person I am without my family

Chapstick

You'll find a chapstick in every bag, room, and car

CONCERTS

Live concerts where I can dance and sing are my jam

The Water

With a Pina Colada in my hand, this is more therapeutic than a massage

Furry Friends

Do you have a dog too? Let's include them in your portraits.

MY Faith

Practicing gratitude and
thankfulness through God's love

Hiking

Follow along our Colorado hiking adventures

Sunsets

I chase the golden light

Real Estate Investing

Travel

The mountainS

family

Although, there was that time I got food poisoning in Thailand... Worth it.

My husband is the analyzer and I'm the decorator

I wouldn't be the person I am without my family

Between skiing, hiking, and admiring the views, it's our favorite place to be over the weekends!

Chapstick

fall

the Water

concerts

More favorites

Pumpkin everything, cozy sweaters, and fall colors

Live concerts where I can dance and sing are my jam

You'll find a chapstick in every bag, room, and car

With a Pina Colada in my hand, this is more therapeutic than a massage

my faith

furry friends

sunsets

hiking

back to the beginning

Do you have a dog too? Let's include them in your portraits!

Practicing gratitude and
thankfulness through God's love

Follow along our Colorado hiking adventures

I chase the golden light

Are you ready TO

start your journey?

Weddings

Portraits