PHOTOGRAPHY BLOG

Ashlie - Norfolk Botanical Gardens

2012-05-01T13:06:39Z

Ashlie contacted me at work, and told me she needed some updated portraits. She chose the Norfolk Botanical Gardens, and obviously I couldn't resist.

She is probably one of the sweetest, smartest and most humble person I know, and get to work with on a regular basis. We had so much fun with our session, and we couldn't stop laughing the whole time. Snakes made us run in the opposite direction a few times, but that didn't stop us :-)

Also, check out a book she's published 'Darkness Lurks Within'!

Springtime!

2012-03-29T21:13:31Z

Spring is here! Meaning, more flowers for filler while I catch up on editing, and patiently await wedding season. My doggie Minka came with me on this little adventure, but as she was distracted by squirrels, I was only able to capture photos of her rear. Enjoy!

Married! Brit & Mike - Sunshine Hill Farm - Reva Virginia

2012-02-26T04:42:20Z

What a way to finish weddings for 2011. I hadn't met Brit and Mike until the day of the wedding, and I think the first thing I shouted was that I LOVED her hair, haha! Also, that her ring matched mine :-)

I don't think these two took a bad photo all day. It was the last weekend of October, and although a little chilly, you wouldn't have noticed. I believe it was her sister that said during the reception, that Brit and Mike bring out the best in each other - they really do. They are both so very sweet, and they both sparkled the entire day, making my job not feel like a job again.

Sunshine Hill Farm was GORGEOUS! For someone who is obsessed with lens flare, it was super easy to get carried away. The sun set so quickly, but we managed to get shots of everyone, and headed to the party! Thanks for including me on your special day!

Married! Lauren & Bobby - Chesapeake, Virginia

2012-02-25T01:54:05Z

I absolutely loved the simplicity of Lauren and Bobby's wedding. After several weddings leading up to this wedding in different hotel venues, it was nice to be outside - not to mention getting to ride in a haytruck!

I was contacted by a coworker asking if I would consider photographing their wedding, and I'm so glad I said yes. My favorite parts must have been Lauren's flowers, and look at those bridesmaids dresses, how flattering!

Married! Rachel & KJ - Hamilton, New Jersey

2012-02-24T18:43:10Z

What a long overdue post! I photographed Rachel and KJ's engagement session in Philadelphia, and they finally married this past October! I had such a great time, and there was so much to take photos of! Not only did Rachel make a beautiful bride, but she and KJ put so much effort into the little details of their wedding.

This wedding was awesome. If you weren't having fun, well, you weren't at the wedding. I don't think there was anyone around without a smile on their faces. People came from all over the world (hence the flags), to be with them, and their placecards all had photos on them. Also, I had NEVER seen any family get together for one photo so quickly! They claimed to have a lot of practice, and it definitely showed off :-)

It was my second to last wedding of the year, and I am so very glad I got to be a part of it. I hope you've had a great couple of married months so far, Rachel and KJ, and years to come!

Coming Soon: Married! Brit & Mike

2012-02-23T12:03:10Z

I cannot wait to post the rest of these images, especially for being so inactive on the blog lately. Stay tuned!

Married! Kristine & Kevin | Virginia Living Museum - Newport News, Virginia

2011-11-13T04:11:40Z

I've finally been able to post my weddings from the summer, and there wasn't a thing to be unhappy about at this one. Kristine, Kevin and I got together a few days before their wedding to do an engagement session, and it was SO hot outside (we're talking, 90+ degrees, with NO breeze). Their wedding finally rolled around and it was awesome. They were so easygoing, I felt like wer had been friends for a while.

The little details were so cute! Kristine made the cake toppers, and look at that floral arrangement! I've bever seen so many colors - needless to say, I was a happy camper. I have to thank John Cachero Photography for having sent Kristine and Kevin my way.

Hope you are both doing well in AZ!

Engaged! Julz & Rhorie | Norfolk Yacht Club - Norfolk, Virginia

2011-11-13T03:00:16Z

I had so much freakin' fun with Julz and Rhorie. The photos look like they were taken on an early summer day no? Just kidding! They were definitely taken at 9:30am on a chilly (understatement) October day. Rhorie is in medical school with my fiance, and that's how we came about engagement photos.

Julz and Rhorie will be getting married in Richmond, VA, June of 2012. They've already picked the date, and she's found her dress! Much more progress than on my end.. My fiance and I have been engaged just over 4 months and we're still working on a date!

Good luck with the rest of the planning! <3

BTW.. Julz, where's that photo of the dress you were going to send me, and when are we doing our bridal shoot?! :-)

Porter Robinson, Tiesto, and Kevin Focus @ the Norfolk Scope | College Invasion Tour - Norfolk, Virginia

2011-09-28T04:18:16Z

I'm not going to lie, I wouldn't have gone to this concert if it weren't for my fiance's taste in music. However, I had an amazing time with him, and these guys were awesome! Doesn't mean I don't like thi type of music - just wouldn't have been my first choice. Although, I've found myself listening to Porter Robinson all week!

I would have taken better quality photos if I had decided to bring my camera along. I wasn't about to have my camera get completely squashed and brought a point-and-shoot along. I still enjoy looking at them :-)

Anastasia K. | Fred Huette Center, Norfolk, VA

2011-08-25T03:22:52Z

I seem to get lucky with these little pockets of Norfolk. Not to mention this crazy good-lookin' model! Anastasia and I met up via Facebook and quickly decided on our shoot. Since we both thought the turnout was good, we're already planning our next shoot!

It's been a crazy few months with wedding season, and I'm glad that I was able to relax a bit and take photos without the rush. Anastasia was great, and so sweet - I loved her outfit choices! If she told you her age, well, you'd definitely think she was lying :-)