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Holiday Wedding | Courtney and James

Courtney and James share that kind of relationship that is so heartwarming…they are truly each others best friend in every way and it was such a joy to see them tie the knot in a beautiful ceremony surrounded by their closest friends and family. They are the kind of people that make you feel so welcome and I’m so thankful to  have been a part of their special day! It was a dream holiday wedding from start to finish…Courtney’s sparkly tulle dress and James’ grandmother’s fur, the gorgeous winter florals, a special surprise appearance from Buddy the Elf and a hot chocolate bar at their reception…I couldn’t help but feel like it was the perfect way to end the year! It may have been rainy, but it was perfect!

I hope you enjoy my favorites! This one makes me want to hold onto the Christmas spirit and keep my decorations up in my house for a few more weeks…it was so full of joy, love, and holiday cheer!

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Credits

Getting Ready Venue: Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Ceremony Venue: Old Donation Episcopal Church

Reception Venue: Princess Anne Country Club

Florist: Holly Days Floral Design

Cake Artist: Glenna Cason

Event Coordinator: Jamie Leigh Events

Second Photographer: Brittany Claud Photography

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  1. Melissa

    December 30th, 2013 at 10:12 pm

    Wow!! Definitely the perfect way to end the year! Absolutely breathtaking from start to finish! You are so talented!

  2. Kat

    December 30th, 2013 at 10:30 pm

    One of my favs of yours!!! The portraits are simply stunning, Anna!!!! What an amazing way to end 2013!!!

  3. ashley link

    December 31st, 2013 at 12:18 am

    annamarie, these images are beautiful! you should be so proud of yourself! you have accomplished so much this year and are such a wonderful photographer! i love your images and i’m so proud of much you’ve grown! you were great to start out with and now you’re phenomenal! wow! great job, lady! :)

  4. jodi anne

    December 31st, 2013 at 12:55 am

    Hi AnnaMarie! I took this couple’s engagement photos here in Vegas, and I was so sad they weren’t getting married here! They were obviously in great hands! You did a wonderful job!! Happy holidays!!

    xo.

  5. Brittany Claud

    December 31st, 2013 at 1:48 am

    So incredibly beautiful! This day and everything you captured was perfection! You never stop amazing me!!! Love you to pieces and everything you do!

  6. Currie

    December 31st, 2013 at 9:27 am

    These are absolutely gorgeous!!! Seriously fantastic job girl!!

  7. Natalie

    December 31st, 2013 at 10:32 am

    Trying to pick my jaw up off the floor… Annamarie… this is absolutely incredible! Spectacular from start to finish! GORGEOUS!

  8. Stacey Hammarberg

    December 31st, 2013 at 10:50 am

    These are gorgeous, Annamarie! You are so talented! I’m counting down the days until you shoot Lisa and Tyler’s wedding! :)

  9. Nikki Santerre

    December 31st, 2013 at 11:10 am

    Anna! This is definitely my new favorite of yours (of course, it’s a Christmas wedding!). I absolutely love the portraits of Courtney. AND BUDDY THE ELF AT THE RECEPTION! GENIUS!

  10. Sarah Street

    December 31st, 2013 at 3:52 pm

    Beautiful images and beautiful couple!!!

  11. Rebekah Carter

    December 31st, 2013 at 5:25 pm

    OMG, stunning pictures! Every one of them. Courtney, you could not have been more beautiful. I love everything about these pictures! I am so happy for you & James!

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A glimpse into my daily life in Richmond, VA (and travels beyond) with my husband Ryan, our disobedient puppy Lexie, and the work, style and attempts at minimalism in between.