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RECENT WORK AND MUSINGS

New York City is one of the most truly remarkable cities in the world. It’s a landscape filled with visual cues, reminding us of the iconic, storied history that made it a concrete metropolis. Towering skyscrapers, neon lights, and historic brownstones pave the way through each of the boroughs, connecting the far reaches of the […]

This private estate wedding in Richmond, VA was the kind of spring celebration that feels impossible to recreate. A deeply personal experience, Emma and Larus’s wedding day was joyful and filled with intention. Capturing the couple’s engagement photos on the historic, storied streets of Monument Avenue, they confided in me that their wedding day would […]

Richmond, VA is full of timeless wedding venues backed by historic charm, such as The Jefferson Hotel. Featuring grand architecture, storied character, and a dash of old-world elegance, this iconic wedding venue is an idyllic setting for a wedding draped in sophistication. Capturing Jenna and Jay’s Jefferson Hotel wedding at this exquisite venue was a […]

These spring engagement photos exemplify the beauty of Monument Avenue in Richmond, located by the historic Branch Museum. The photos embody the love story that Emma and Larus share. One that was destined from the beginning, filled with romance and nostalgia. How They Met The couple met when they were both attending James Madison University […]

Working to capture Richmond newborn photography, there are some sessions that linger in my heart. Baby Eliana’s photoshoot, in-home, with her mom, dad, and furry sibling was one of them. This cozy at-home newborn session took place in Church Hill, one of our city’s most historic and beloved neighborhoods. As a Richmond, VA newborn photographer, […]
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