The wedding of Annie and Nate

Annie and Nate are one the sweetest couples I have photographed. During the wedding toast, given by Annie's father, it was revealed that Nate and Annie had been long time friends, all through school, and Annie had created a "new word" Meannate. As in, Me and Nate are going to do this and Me and Nate are going to do that. The two were good friends and then fell in love. That great friendship still shines through their every interaction together. Their wedding had loads of laughter and love. Thanks Annie and Nate for allowing me the privilege of being there to capture your day.

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Josh and Cindy's wedding!

I had the extreme pleasure of photographing Cindy and Josh's wedding at Stone Manor in Middletown and could not have had a more perfect day. The weather was amazing. It was the first time I had photographed at Stone Manor and I was so impressed by the beauty of the venue and the professionalism of the team there. We had a fun time and captured some beautiful photos. I have more to come, but I wanted to post this particular image because I thought it was so amazing. We rushed to the meet the sunset with only seconds to shoot. With the help of my assistant, Colleen  and maid of honor, Eliza to fluff the veil, Josh and Cindy created this magical moment in the fading light. It's going to be one of my all time favorites! So this is just a sneak peek. A video slideshow of their highlights is in the works. Thanks for inviting me to capture your day!

Cindy and Josh's engagement session

Cindy and Josh's e-session was in Shepherdstown. What I loved about the engagement shoot was that they showed me some places I had never seen there! I always love exploring new places, especially those places that are important to the couple. We photographed on the trails and in the streets where they dated. It was a hot day, again!, but we managed to have a lot of fun together creating the scenes and the moods that made for amazing photos.
Thank you Josh and Cindy!

Welcome to Caroline!

It all started with Betsy and Rob.
They were the first couple that I began this blog with two years ago. They were the couple that graciously had their engagement session videoed so that I could post it on my website where it still remains. I was so honored that they contacted me about photographing the new addition their family, Caroline. It really makes me happy to continue to follow their lives as they change in new and wonderful ways.

When I became a photojournalist, in my 20's, it was because I wanted to tell stories, in images, that mattered to people and that made a difference. The subjects were different then, but my goal is still the same, to capture important images, that have meaning. Images that reflect relationships and a moment in time, though fleeting.With one glance at these images, they will recall the magic, the love they felt for each other and this time in their lives. And hopefully, one day, they will be cherished by Caroline, who will not keep these days in her memory but in her heart.

Thank you so much for allowing me the privilege to see your lives together begin anew in the blessing of your baby.

The wedding of Heather and Michael

Heather and Michael had a gorgeous day for their wedding in May. I had photographed their engagement session nearly a year before and was so happy to see this day arrive. Their enthusiasm for sports, which we highlighted in their e-session, was sprinkled throughout the day with everything from Hokie cuff links, garter and socks, to game tickets decorating the tables. They stayed true to their relaxed and fun nature, showing a sweet goofy side as well as their obvious love for each other. It was a fantastic day all around. Thanks Heather and Michael for sharing your incredible day with me!

Rock the Frock

Had the best time with Kirsten, photographing all her many looks, fun and fabulous, with a carload of prom dresses, the assistance of her mom and a lot of high energy at Cunningham Falls State Park.
I've been wanting to offer a special "Rock the Frock" session for girls, who may only wear their prom dress once, to take it out on location and really highlight the dress and the beauty and spirit of the girl in it. Kirsten was the perfect start! She had a sense of adventure, so she was up for anything, including crawling around on rocks and tree stumps and running through the water. She had a real flair for posing, saying it was from watching all those Top Model shows. And I think we captured the beauty she has without and within. Thanks Kirsten!




and check out this video of our photo fashion session....

The wedding of Stephanie and Chuck

Stephanie and Chuck's wedding was on a typical spring day,threatening rain, then raining, and then, blessedly, a break in the showers. But the people, they were anything but typical. Stephanie mentioned that she and Chuck had a really fun group and we should make the most of that photographically. What I didn't know is that included everyone from the bridal party, relatives and friends to the two sets of grandparents that danced like teenagers and stayed for the entire wedding.
We had a mixture of exuberance, deep love and respect and downright silliness that carried through the day.
My favorite images are those that capture the uncontainable joy and great sense of humor that permeated everything and everyone. There was never a lack of smiles or laughter. They say that a good sense of humor is what can get you through the rough times. If that's the case, Stephanie and Chuck have a long and happy life ahead of them.
Congratulations and thank you so much for including me in your day! What a privilege.