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Real Wedding: A Very Richmond Wedding at The Valentine Museum

I spend a lot of time with people who are in love.  It is so interesting to see how each couple interacts with each other.  Each relationship is so different.  Everyone showcases their love in their own ways.  The family dynamics are always new and unique as well.  Christiane and John are two people who […]

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Real Wedding: Garden Party Wedding at a Private Estate on Smith Mountain Lake

Bright blue skies, the lake and mountains in the background, a romantic breeze, and the perfect serene environment.  This is exactly how Jordan and Ryan envisioned their Smith Mountain Lake wedding. The groom’s family has a house on Smith Mountain Lake that provided the perfect backdrop for this intimate wedding. I love outdoor weddings if […]

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Real Wedding: Bohemian Dream Wedding Richmond Virginia

The bride Tara, is a photographer and a blogger.  When Nicole from Stag and Lily called me and told me she was planning Tara and Stephens wedding I knew it was going to be right out of a dream.  Tara has such a unique style and Nicole does a great job with bohemian inspired weddings.  […]

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Real Wedding: Becca and Kevin The Market at Grelen Charlottesville, Virginia

  Chic Garden Inspired Wedding in Charlottesville Virginia at The Market at Grelen ” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″]  I can’t tell you how long I sat staring at these photos.  There were SO MANY special moments, gorgeous details, and beautiful scenery. Charlottesville, Virginia is such a pretty location for weddings.  I knew I couldn’t share […]

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Wedding Planner, Wedding Coordinator, Wedding Designer, Venue Coordinator. What is the difference?

There are many overlapping career titles within the wedding industry. It’s no wonder couples aren’t sure which one will fit their needs.  Although there is some overlap with each description, there are some key differences. Wedding planning is time-consuming and time-sensitive work.  Make sure you know what you are getting when you hire your professional. […]

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A Staycation at Quirk Hotel in Richmond, Virginia

Wedding planning is tough.  It’s stressful, it’s expensive, and it’s easy to get lost in the mess that is peonies and Excel sheets.  It is so important to take some time for yourselves, regroup, and enjoy the process.  If you are planning a wedding, where you have several out of town guests, take a staycation […]

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Venue Tour: The National Theatre

” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″]The National Theatre is not the traditional wedding venue, but it would be perfect for someone who is looking for something unique. The National is located on the 700 block of Broad Street.  This used to be known as Theatre Row.  The National was opened in 1923.  It held both live […]

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The Cardinal at The Mill at Fine Creek

This shoot was inspired by the Cardinal bird and the laws of attraction. The brighter red the male bird, the stronger a mate he will be.  I wanted this shoot to be about a deep romance, a strong courtship, and slightly reminiscent of a time past. The setting is The Mill at Fine Creek.  This […]

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Venue Tour: The Graduate Richmond Virginia

” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″]The Graduate Richmond. Part of the Graduate Hotels chain, is unique because it’s located in a city anchored by a major university—in this case, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). Each Graduate hotel reflects the character of its city, and The Graduate Richmond is no exception. Location and Amenities Situated at 301 Franklin […]

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Leather and Lace at Upper Shirley Vineyards

I am totally in love with this shoot.  It has everything I love.  It’s different, it’s glam, it’s modern, and it’s bold.  It was also published on a major national blog which I am stoked about.   You can see the publication here.  This shoot was inspired by the Stevie Nix song Leather and Lace.  […]

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