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Virginia Beach Wedding Photographer | Chris and Elissa

As they walked hand in hand along the beach for portraits at sunset on their wedding day, I couldn’t help but think of the first time I met Elissa…I asked her what she was most excited about in regards to her wedding and she mentioned that she just couldn’t wait to be married to Chris! And my heart filled with so much joy as I watched Elissa smile up at her new husband as the waves lapped against the shore beside them…they’re married! And the icing on the cake was that they had the most beautiful wedding day! It was such a dream! They planned every detail perfectly and infused it all with so much love and personality. From her beautiful lace bolero, to the parade that escorted them from their ceremony to the reception, to the gorgeous cocktail hour overlooking the beach, to the mini milkshakes that were served as a late night snack…I could go on and on about all of the special details that made their day unforgettable! But instead, I’ll let you go through the photos so you can see for yourself…

Chris and Elissa, thank you so much for being the most incredible couple and for having me be a part of your wedding day! It was such an honor and I hope you enjoy my favorites! Huge thanks to Brittany for second shooting for me!

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  1. Lauren Swann

    October 24th, 2014 at 8:40 am

    This is incredible Anna!!!!!! Love!!!!

  2. Jill Powers

    October 24th, 2014 at 8:47 am

    OOoooo this is definitely a new favorite!!! I love everything about this wedding!! So good, Anna!!

  3. Brittany Claud

    October 24th, 2014 at 2:49 pm

    Ahh everything about this day was so amazing!!! Portraits on the beach…gorgeousss!!!And those reception images are killer!! A favorite for sure!

  4. Stacey Hammarberg

    October 25th, 2014 at 11:43 am

    Gorgeous, Anna! So so beautiful! Love all of the emotions captured!

  5. Nikki Santerre

    October 27th, 2014 at 6:33 pm

    My favorite wedding of yours, Anna! These are incredible! The colors and light were all breathtakingly elegant. This wedding is a true reflection of the incredible direction in which your brand is heading. xoxo!

  6. Tierney

    October 28th, 2014 at 11:47 am

    She is seriously the prettiest bride ever!

  7. Katie Poling

    October 29th, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    definitely a favorite!! what a stunning bride!

  8. Nicole

    January 19th, 2015 at 11:03 am

    Gorgeous wedding and couple! Love, love, love her hair piece…any idea where it’s from? :)

  9. Mary Hancock

    September 8th, 2015 at 1:54 am

    Gorgeous images!! This is one of my favorite weddings!!

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