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Derrick + Kayla | An Octagonal Barn Wedding

Today on the blog I am sharing a wedding in Stanton, Virginia. This wedding features dusty blue bridesmaids dresses, grey suits, and wooden floral bouquets. You don’t want to miss their unique surprise exit!

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The Unplugged Ceremony

Today I am sharing the reasons why I highly recommend this type of Ceremony. I know social media seems to be taking over our lives but a wedding ceremony is such a special moment in one’s life that should NOT be captured by cellphones and tablets.

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The Fether Family

  Roanoke Virginia Family Session | Virginia Wedding Photographer I will forever remember this adorable family session in Roanoke Virginia. James and I love exploring local college campuses for our sessions because they are always so beautiful and well kept. Fortunately, Virginia offers absolutely beautiful college campuses all around and offer such unique scenery. Hollins […]

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Zach + Michaela | Virginia Tech Hahn Horticulture Gardens Wedding

Today on the blog I am sharing my first published wedding in the Virginia Living Magazine! This wedding features the beautiful gardens at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. If you love blush pink bridesmaids dresses, royal icing cookies, Grecian wedding dresses, and garden themed decor, you don’t want to miss wedding.

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The Secrets Behind A Husband & Wife Photography Team

Today on the blog, I am sharing the SECRETS to hiring a husband and wife team. Wedding photography is such a huge investment for your wedding day and I am sharing why hiring a married duo is the best way to receive the best experience possible!

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Anniversary Portraits

Josh + Carla | Anniversary Session

Today I am sharing this summer anniversary session in Roanoke, Virginia. These two were one of our first couples who believed in us! We love connecting with our couples on a personal level and watch their marriages grow through anniversary sessions.

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Top 5 Favorite Date Night Ideas

Today on the blog, I am sharing my top 5 favorite date night ideas. No matter how long you have been married or how small your budget may be, these dates nights can help make memories!

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Kevin + Danielle | Atkinson Farms Spring Wedding

Today I am sharing a wedding in Danville, Virginia at the beautiful Atkinson Farms. This wedding featured a modern rustic theme, white bridesmaids dresses, a sweet first look with the bride and groom, and a live band during the reception.

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Engagements

A Biltmore Estate Proposal

Today I am sharing a sweet proposal at The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. The gardens at the Biltmore Estate were the perfect location for this wedding proposal. We loved capturing this sweet moment for this newly engaged couple!

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Wedding Day Timeline Cheat Sheet

Today I am sharing my secrets to creating a wedding day timeline. Don’t miss out on the FREE BONUS cheat sheet I included in this post!

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