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An Intimate Jefferson Hotel Wedding Celebration

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 […]

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Engagements

Spring Engagement Photos Captured on Monument Avenue

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 […]

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Newborn photography featuring a mom and dad on a bed holding their baby

Newborn

Richmond Newborn Photography: A Cozy In-Home Session

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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Engagements

The Preserve at Dundee Richmond Engagement Photoshoot

Rolling hills, scenic vistas, and a sprawling historic landscape. The Preserve at Dundee offers a feeling of seclusion with easy access to Richmond, Charlottesville, and DC. Its prime location is just 20 miles outside the city. But it serves as a tranquil escape where weddings and engagement photoshoots unfold in an organic setting.  Margaret and […]

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The John Marshall Ballrooms Wedding

The John Marshall Ballrooms wedding, a story that began with a chance encounter. For Drew and Bailey, their story had been quietly unfolding for years before either of them realized it. Although they officially met at Richmond favorite, The Grill at Libbie and Patterson, their lives had been intertwined long before. Bailey attended Radford University, […]

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