Trevor & Danielle · Married

Second Shooter: Mr. Brian Walsh Photography

Venue: Faithbrooke Barn & Vineyards

Dress: Ava Laurenne Bride

Hair: In Town Beauty

Floral: Vivian’s Flower Shop

 

Ruths · Family Portraits

I've been friends with the Ruths since before they were even married and have done many shoots with them. It has been wonderful seeing and documenting their journey together. Here are my favorites from their family session debuting their new family addition!

Brian & Joanna · Married

Brian and Joanna's amazing wedding day was full of color and music. We started out in the parlor at the Old Silk Mill in Fredericksburg where I greeted the guys who were adding their finishing touches before they went to the copper shop to hang out before the ceremony. The girls were close behind, opening their gifts and sliding on their lace gloves. Each bridesmaid also carried a parasol which added to the colorful Victorian theme. During the ceremony, Joanna and her dad entered through the barn door as the light streamed in. It was easy to see just how much they were adored by looking at the faces of their friends and family. After the "I Dos" were spoken we walked around the 'burg taking some dreamy couple shots and then headed back to the party. The live music sparked a contagious energy among the guests. The bride and groom even jumped on stage to join their band, the Kingbolts, for a fun set before winding down for the night. This wedding was one of a kind to match the unique and undeniable love Brian and Joanna share for each other. Thanks for sharing your special day with me!

Danielle & Trevor · Engaged

One of the beautiful experiences that I am lucky enough to have, is the experience of being with a couple from the beginning of the wedding process all the way through to the finale. Danielle and Trevor are already a dear and special couple to me. It started with an engagement shoot by the river, trying to capture the special bond they share, and will end down the road with a spectacular wedding. Most people are naturally shy in front of a camera. Danielle and Trevor thought they would be, but they both have an authenticity that cannot be denied. With the photos from their engagement shoot turning out so genuine, I can't wait to see what the wedding will be like.

Downtown

Welcome to the 'burg. I love returning to Fredericksburg and being reunited with my once temporary home that I lived in while attending UMW. The river, cute buildings, and unique nooks are a familiar site that I could walk around in for hours, but I somehow always come across another small business or piece of natural beauty that I haven't seen before. Thanks to the crazy, cool Abby for an impromptu street style session. It was a fun time filled with pretty light, honeysuckles, fireflies, and adventuring.

At the Barn

I love photographing nature and animals so I was stoked when my friend, Clare asked if I could do a shoot of her riding at her barn. It was fun to see how she starts most of her morning at this peaceful farm inhabited by such majestic creatures. Here are some of my favorites from the day.

Ryan & Niki · Florida Farm Wedding

The day began with a gentle rain, a calming yoga session, and friends and family who had camped out and were slowly awaking to help and get ready for Ryan and Niki's big day. It was to be held on their farm that they recently moved to with their dog, cat, and chickens.  From the carefully picked out place settings to the handmade dream catchers, ceremony site, and cake figurines the details of the day were a labor of love and included help from many wonderful people. Their cake was handmade by Niki's mom and their friend who is a caterer made the best vegan Jamaican food. It was a joy to shoot from start to finish and an amazing, unique wedding day spent in the sunshine state. I was so thankful to be able to witness the love and friendship that Niki and Ryan have for each other and show their friends and family.