Inspiration to Feed the Soul
Inspiration to Feed the Soul
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Virginia Beach Weddings - Church Point Manor Wedding Photography
Virginia Beach Weddings - Church Point Manor Wedding Photography
I recently had the pleasure of photographing the lovely wedding of Christine and Adam at Church Point Manor Bed and Breakfast in Virginia Beach. This venue is stunning - elegant and charming without feeling overly formal or stuffy. It's tucked away in a beautiful neighborhood not far from Chick's Beach. It was the perfect setting for this wonderful celebration of love and friendship. There were so many memorable, heartfelt moments at this wedding! I adored every moment, and it made for a stunning visual storybook of images to last a lifetime.
They chose to do a first look before the ceremony. Their expressions are absolutely priceless!
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Suter! It was an honor to be a part of your special day, thank you! I wish you many more joyful moments together in the years to come.
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Norfolk Photographer- Family Beach Portraits
Norfolk Photographer- Family Beach Portraits
This little family booked their spring session last winter and we planned for beach portraits when the weather warmed up. I love it when clients plan ahead! Mom was excited to have some beautiful family portraits created at one of their favorite spots to visit in their free time. We planned our session for a warm spring evening at East Beach in Norfolk. I love shooting at East Beach as the sunset is just divine, and the beach is usually not too crowded. We had some beautiful weather and were able to create some stunningly sweet portraits that capture the love they share. I love their wardrobe selection. While they look amazing, I love that they also didn’t mind playing and getting sandy and wet. And that little guy is just as cute as a button isn’t he?!
My summer calendar is filling fast – if you’d like a portrait session before September now is the time to book! I have limited spots remaining in July and August.
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Inspiration to Feed the Soul - Week 1
Inspiration to Feed the Soul - Week 1
I love a good quote. Words can be so inspiring and motivating. Sometimes a few words is all it takes to change our perspective, or give us that little extra kick that makes all the difference. I believe that our perspective, our thoughts, our mind-set, greatly effects our reality. Quotes help me to stay focused and centered and inspired. I thought I would start sharing few of my favorites here. I hope you enjoy them!
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Virginia Beach Oceanaire Resort Hotel Wedding Photography
Virginia Beach Oceanaire Resort Hotel Wedding Photography
Today I am excited to share some sneak peeks of this gorgeous Virginia Beach oceanfront wedding! It was one of the most memorable weddings I have photographed to date. I loved Jackson and Jordan when I met them last fall at our wedding consultation meeting. They were just so young and full of life, not to mention gorgeous! I just knew I would love working with them.
Their May wedding at the Oceaniare Resort Hotel at the Virginia Beach oceanfront was beautifully appointed. The stunning details were meticulously managed by the talented gals at As You Wish.
The ceremony took place on the 10th floor sundeck at Oceanaire. I have photographed several weddings here and the view is superb. It's conveniently away from the tourist crowds, yet still offers sweeping views of the oceanfront.
After the ceremony we headed downstairs to take group photos by the boardwalk before heading back up to the reception. We had no idea what we were in for at the reception.
Shortly after dinner began, a storm kicked up. Chaos ensued briefly as the wind whipped around the deck and the dark clouds rolled in. Fortunately, the staff at Oceanaire and the ladies from As You Wish rushed into action and Plan B was set in motion. The guests were moved to an indoor location for dinner and some rearranging was done to accommodate the late night festivities.
But all's well that ends well, right? Fortunately, the storm passed after a bit. We were blessed with a gorgeous sunset and a few dancing rain drops, as the evening continued.
Congratulations Jackson and Jordan! May all the days of your marriage be much less stormy than the first.
Wedding vendors for this event include:
Wedding Photography: Melissa Bliss Photography, Second Photographer: Chava Lind, Wedding Coordinators: As You Wish, Wedding Venue: Oceanaire Resort, Florist: Lasting Impressions, DJ: Nathan Nabatoff, Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas, Cake: Farm Fresh Laskin Road, Bridal Party Hairstylist: Jessica Brink, Makeup Artist: Ashley
Stay tuned for more images from this beautiful beach wedding!
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Hampton Roads Child Photographer – Williamsburg Session
Hampton Roads Child Photographer – Williamsburg Session
This sweet little children’s portrait session in Colonial Williamsburg just warmed my heart. These two adorable sisters were a treat to have in front of my lens.
I loved spending time getting to know them – I learned a lot about lizards! Colonial Williamsburg was the perfect backdrop for our session. Since their grandparents live nearby, it was a spot that the girls enjoy often and was therefore meaningful to the family.
The quiet streets and quaint buildings also allowed us the freedom to explore and play! These two cuties were such fun and their portraits show off their sweet personalities.
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Oceanfront Couples Portrait Session – Virginia Beach
Oceanfront Couples Portrait Session – Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach Engagement Portrait Photographer
What better way to celebrate your love for each other than with a sizzling hot portrait session on the beach? The connection between the two was palpable. Capturing their love on a warm summer evening at the shore was a breeze. I loved that they came to their session ready to play and just enjoy each other’s company. They were a bit nervous at first, never having had portraits made before, but we eased into shooting by just exploring and chatting away. Soon enough, all that nervous tension fell away and they were as natural as could be. Ahhh, I love my job! And I love the way their beach portraits turned out – organic, timeless, connected and simply gorgeous!
“Maybe, just maybe, true love is urgency. That frantic need to close the gaps between two bodies like all you are will break and bust if you do not. ”
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