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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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An Orange and Pink Fall Crosskeys Vineyards Virginia Wedding

There’s something special about fall weddings in Virginia — the crisp air, the golden light, and the way the Shenandoah Mountains glow in the distance. Aiden and Meghan’s CrossKeys Vineyards Virginia Wedding captured all of that and more. These two met while attending JMU in Harrisonburg (GO DUKES!!!), so celebrating their love story just down from our […]

Spruce Mountain Ranch, Colorado Wedding

I’ll be dreaming about this Spruce Mountain Ranch wedding for months to come. It was the most joyful, heartfelt day for Shane and Sarah—two people who radiate kindness, faith, and love. Truly, they deserved every ounce of celebration that came their way! Their love story still makes me smile. Shane, a former football player turned […]

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 […]

Boulder Flatirons, Colorado Photos | Maternity Session

Kenzi and Jack are SO excited to start their little family here in Colorado. I might be biased, but my husband and I believe this was one of the best places for us to raise our son. There’s so much to do in the mountains to raise an adventurous boy! I’m excited that Kenzi and […]

A Virginia Vineyard Wedding with Southern Charm

I’ve been dying to share Ryan and Kelsey’s wedding day on the blog! Their Virginia vineyard wedding exuded Southern charm at its finest, especially with the bespoke signage. The details were beautiful, but the party was super fun! Ryan & Kelsey’s Wedding Day Ryan and Kelsey wanted to provide an experience for their guests, and […]

A Skyline Drive Fall Virginia Mountain Engagement

What a romantic evening! The sky showed off for Olivia and Marshall’s Skyline Drive Virginia mountain engagement session! And their sweet laughs/smiles lit up the photos more. <3 I appreciated them driving from the DC metro area for these portraits in the mountains. Shenandoah Mountain photos are some of my favorite sessions in Virginia! Talk […]

Fall Mini Sessions at Bear Creek Park, Colorado Springs

I met five families this fall for their mini sessions at Bear Creek Regional Park in Colorado Springs, Colorado. I loved that one family was one of my past couples who married back in 2014 (hey, Justin and Lauren!!!)! They just moved to Colorado Springs this year, and I loved reconnecting with them, along with […]

Megan & Benny | Part II: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Canada Family Portraits

Yesterday, I featured Day 1 of Megan and Benny’s Banff travels! If you missed it, read all about it HERE! Today, I’m sharing their family portraits at the iconic Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, and the Lake Agnes Tea House! This has to be my favorite day of the weekend trip! It was crammed from sunrise […]

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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