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When Allison mentioned wanting to do their engagement session at Swannanoa Palace, I immediately knew I was going to love her…this is one of my all time favorite locations to shoot!! Picture an all white marble palace that you’d see in a Disney princess movie and then multiple it by 100…it’s partially in ruins and […]

If you’re a photographer, this ones for you!! Last year my best friend Caroline and I decided to take the leap to start a new community where we could share our photography experience and what we’ve learned about business and creating beautiful soft, dreamy images!  We’ve had so much fun pouring our hearts and knowledge […]

This past Memorial Day weekend I had the honor of photographing the beautiful wedding day for two incredible Air Force Pilots at the gorgeous Boars Head Inn in Charlottesville and everything about it was a dream come true! First, I have to give a special thank you to them and all the other military guests […]

This past weekend I had the honor of driving out to the gorgeous Chesapeake Bay area of Virginia for Marybeth and Patricks wedding at the stunning Inn at Warner Hall! This place is a Southern dream in every way…the historic white mansion and the grounds that sit near the water made the perfect backdrop to […]

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