The Virginia Aquarium is a place I visit often with my two boys, so imagine how excited I am when I get to photograph a wedding there! Its Space brings out my artistic goals and I love it for it. It is even better when it is the last wedding of the season and I have for a couple of people like Gretchen & Viet. They are free, funny, romantic, in all perfect to photograph. Their nighttime ceremony was full of laughter, love and amazing vows (very Dr. Seuss, so you know it’s good!). Gretchen & Viet: Thank you! Thank you because you were superb on your day. You and…
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Ann Marie + Bryan: A Lesner Inn Wedding
2015 I am lucky to meet so many good people. Ann Marie and Bryan are one of them. With lost and gained love in their lifetime, they have this sync together that is beautiful to watch. They love to laugh and be fun but also be emotional and support for one another. Sometimes you just have to run a little farther to find your perfect match. As avid runners, they centered their celebration around it. Can you tell by the awesome wedding cake and the shoeboxes dessert stand? Their centerpieces looked beautiful with the “vases” provided by Gatorade’s bottles. This was a superb idea! The metals they have earned while…
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Mariah + Beau: American Rover + Rebel Marina Wedding
2015 Mariah & Beau’s wedding was perfect even with the rain. We got a great break from it right before starting the ceremony and enjoyed a day of sailing and party. As you can see my night finished with Beau playing with the band! Yes, and he is actually pretty good at it too. His biggest fan, Mariah, front and centered. You rocked it, Beau! Check out some of my favorites: Ceremony – American Rover Reception: Rebel Marina Bouquet & Flowers: Marainda Hicks Cake – The Hicks Family Wedding Gown – Oleg Cassini from Bliss Consignment Shop Hair: Carley Faett Make up: DIY Men’s Tux – Men’s Wearhouse Band – More…
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Meredith + Mike: An Outdoor Country Wedding in Chesapeake, Virginia
2015 I cannot begin to explain how much I love Meredith and Mike. They were the perfect start to my crazy September. They are full of love and appreciation, not only to one another but also to their family and friends. Here are some of my favorites. Ceremony & Reception – Izaak Walton Park New Rock Ring – Jared Cake – Bliss Bakery Music – Hey Dj Make Up – Dhalia Edwards Make Up Hair – Gloria Krueth Hair
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Gimena + Aaron: A Lakeside Outdoor Wedding
2015 Gimena & Aaron got married in a beautiful private residence in Norfolk. It is a great gorgeous spot for awesome weddings. They met online and kept a long distance relationship for 2 years! They visited every couple of months and Skype every night. Now they live their happily ever after lives in Texas. Enjoy some of my favorites: Ceremony & Reception: Wiseacres Bouquet & Flowers: DIY Cake – Incredible Edibles Bakery Music, Hosting & Lighting – DJ Shane Dollar & Hostess Kelly Catering – Alpha Pitt Smokers Centerpieces: DIY
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Lindley + Jacques: A Shifting Sands wedding
Lindley + Jacques: A Shifting Sands wedding 2015 Lindley and Jacques are fun and genuine and have great family and friends to surround them. You can see their two, yes two, engagement sessions below: Downtown Norfolk Engagement Fort Monroe Engagement Thanks to Jamie from Jamey Brown photography for tagging along and help me capture such flawless cake cutting. If you need a newborn or family photographer, she is it! Ceremony – Centerville Baptist Church Reception – Shifting Sands Bouquet & Flowers – Kelly Gish Cake – Sugar Plum Bakery Music – Sound Waves DJ Entertainment Wedding Gown – Ava Clara Hair and Make Up – The Look Salon Bridesmaids’ dresses – Ava Clara Men’s Tux – Men’s…
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Kim + Murphy: A Cedar Point Country Club Wedding
2015 Kim & Murphy’s party was full of family, friends, and kids! The kids loved every single moment of it. They danced the night away and enjoyed cake and delicious food. I loved spending time with them and seeing them finally getting the wedding celebration they’ve dreamed of. The storm was right there behind us during the couple’s portraits but we still rocked it! Enjoy some of my favorites of the day. Ceremony & Reception: Cedar Point Country Club Bouquet, Baby Breath Crown & Arch Flowers: Norfolk Wholesale Florist Cake – Janet Quintanilla Music, Light Monogram & Photobooth – DJ Diesel Music & Entertainment Chair rental- MWR Oceana Flower Girl Shirt / Wifey…
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Mary + Christopher: A Suffolk Cultural Arts Wedding
2015 Mary & Christopher are a great couple. They goof around and laugh like no other. I’d clone them if I could! They gave me so much time for portraits that I couldn’t afford not to take advantage of it. Their wedding day was rainy and with a tornado watch in effect. Still, they went out and rocked their portraits by the beautiful Suffolk Cultural Arts fountain. Now, there are some photographers who say how uninspiring photographing by a fountain can be. My response? It’s not if you can make it like golden lava and have awesome clients to pair it with. Enjoy some of my favorites of the day.…
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Kayla + Julian: A Red Wing Park + Traditions at Honey Bee Golf Club Wedding
2015 Kayla & Julian are just too perfect for each other, from the way they talk to each other to the way they simply do not. I was very fortunate in meeting their great family and friends. They are a great bunch! With a very touching ceremony at the Red Wing Park, they said their “I do” while having a blast of a party at the beautiful Honey Bee Golf Club. My first time there and it is a great place to have a wedding celebration. With Kayla & Julian I knew I wanted to try something, as they are artistic and super easy going. Check out my last two…
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Christina + Bryan: A Cypress Point Country Club Wedding
2015 There were some sprinkles of rain, there was a smoke machine while they were having their first dance, there was selfies-galore, but most of all there was love. Christina & Bryan’s wedding at the Cypress Point Club was perfect, surrounded by their family and friends as they celebrated their union. They are fun, they are easy-going and pretty much a great couple to be around. Congratulations Christina & Bryan! Enjoy some of my favorites: Ceremony & Reception: Cypress Point Country Club Wedding Bouquet/Flowers- Norfolk Florist Cake – Designed by Christina herself! Music – DJ Barry from Be Digital Entertainment Hair/Makeup – The Looks Salon Wedding Gown – David’s Bridal
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Lauren + Forrest: Little Island in Sandbridge + The Attic at Waterman’s Wedding
2015 Lauren & Forrest were probably the most chilled couple this year. As I arrived at the bridesmaids’ room, all I found was a group having fun, eating snacks (VERY important during the wedding day so take note!) and just enjoying the moment. The boys were equally excited and chilled. The weather could have not been any better as they said their “I Do” at Little Island in Sandbridge with a party at the beautiful Attic at Waterman’s in Virginia Beach. Enjoy some of my favorites of the day. Ceremony: Sandbridge Little Island Venue: The Attic at Waterman’s Flowers – Wholesale Flower Market, Chesapeake, Va Cake – Jennifer Shockley- Shockley Sweet Shoppe…
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Tiffany + Tony: A Virginia Beach Oceanfront + Virginia Beach Resort wedding
2015 Perfect weather on a Sunday as Tiffany & Tony said their “I do” in Virginia Beach. Tiffany was full of surprises as she changed into a reception dress and wore custom Converse sneakers to the reception as a surprise. Tony definitely didn’t see it coming! Enjoy some of my favorites of the day. Ceremony: Oceanfront Virginia Beach Venue: Virginia Beach Resort Hotel Bouquet- Norfolk Florist Cake – Gourmet Bakery of Virginia Beach Videography – H Squared Photography Music – Courtney Jordan of Renaissance Entertainment Hair/Makeup – Corey Scott (IG Name is: TakenCorey) Wedding Gown – David’s Bridal Custom Converse – Etsy Reception dress – Macys Centerpieces/Bridesmaids Bouquet: DIY from Fifty…
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Kathy + Andrew: An Oceanfront Beach Wedding + Signature at the West Neck
2015 Kathy & Andrew got married on a beautiful day! The Oceanfront was perfect without too many people and the golden sun. After the ceremony on the beach, Kathy wanted to surprise Andrew, so we walked (yes, we did) towards the closest 7 11 for some Slurpees. Nothing says go wild and have fun like walking oceanfront in yellow heels. She wore them, not me. We then went to the party at one of my favorite venues, The Signature at West Neck. The sun & day could have not been more perfect. Ceremony: Beach Front of Sheraton Venue: The Signature at West Neck Dress: Allure bridal by Global Bridal Gallery …
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Kelly + David: A Mariott at City Center in Newport News Wedding
2015 What a rainy day we got! However, Kelly & David had a perfect wedding on a rainy day. With a church ceremony at Yorkminster Presbyterian Church and a reception at the Mariott at City Center, we were indoors most of the time so that worked out great. I was loving Kelly’s dress. She called it “simple” while I called it wow. The neckline and back complimented her runner’s body amazingly. With bridesmaids and groomsmen equally beautiful she said “I do” to her runner’s soul mate David, who looked quite handsome himself. Congratulations Kelly & David! May you enjoy as many blessings in your lives as your parents have in their marriage.…
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Jennifer + Sean: A Signature at West Neck Wedding
2015 First time at The Signature at West Neck and what a blast I had! Jennifer & Sean looked absolutely incredible. Full of love for each other and their family and friends. We couldn’t ask for better weather and a better venue. Thank you to all who contributed to their special day. Venue: The Signature at West Neck Dress: Essence of Australia / Maya Couture Music: Greg from Astro Entertainment Cake: Plaza Bakery Wedding Coordinator: Staci Jelley from The Bridal Dish Florist: Lee Shuler Centerpieces: DIY Favors: DIY Make Up: Markia Robinson Hair: Katie Cistola
