Carie and Troy were married on one of the most beautiful September days at the Retreat at Cool Springs, a historic home that has been renovated to encompass modern comforts, but with an authentic vibe. The entire house was decorated, with flowers in the front entrance and in all of the main downstairs rooms. Each […]

It poured the morning of Rhen and Erin’s Paynefield Farm wedding in Tappahannock last month, but you wouldn’t have known it by the time the ceremony hit. The rain stopped and the two were able to say their vows under a gorgeous handcrafted arbor created by the bride’s father, the groom and his father and […]

I’ll admit it, I’m not a winter-weather person. I’m usually not a fan of anything cold or snowy and I sure as heck don’t love driving in it, but there was just something about how the brick of Salubria in Culpeper and the reds and golds of this shoot popped against the snow that made me […]

Things have been a little crazy around here, but that’s okay because Wedding Wednesday is back! So, now that you’re engaged and you’ve picked a date, it’s time to find a venue. The first thing to think about is what kind of wedding you want. Do you want a traditional, church ceremony? Do you want […]

After getting engaged it’s all about picking a date for the main event. Ron and I settled on a date fairly quickly. Some people choose to go for symbolism–the month and day you met or started dating or a loved one’s anniversary, etc. We started dating in March, and I knew I wanted a year to plan, so that […]

With the weather warming up and lots of brides putting the finishing touches on their summer or fall weddings, I’m feeling inspired to share my wedding planning experience. Keep in mind this was almost five years ago and definitely pre-Pinterest, says the Pinterest addict. I’ll share what I did well, what I didn’t do so […]

I can’t say enough good things about Lindsey and Nathan’s fall, farm Spotsylvania wedding. With the autumn hued leaves in the background and the golden fields swaying in the breeze, Lindsey and Nathan said “I do” in front of their family and friends on a perfect Saturday. Their wedding was a reflection of them, with […]

Back in June, I had the opportunity to shoot some bridal shots at Belvedere Plantation. The bride was gorgeous and photogenic, the location was amazing and the dress was to die for. It’s one of those dresses that make you want to play dress up ala Friends style. Sometimes a girl just needs some beading […]

I’m beyond excited to share these photos from a recent styled shoot at Belvedere Plantation. The plantation, which is a favorite fall destination of mine, has stepped into the wedding business, offering up its gorgeous grounds as the backdrop to ceremonies and receptions. As seen in the photos below, the fields offer the perfect backdrop […]

Last month, I had the opportunity to shoot a beautiful, intimate Keswick Vineyards wedding. It was an overcast day so the colors really popped against the mountains and vines. The ceremony was small and intimate with lots of personal details: handwritten vows, a hand fasting ceremony, Dr. Who inspired elements…plus, the bride walked down the […]