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RECENT WORK AND MUSINGS

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 […]

Agecroft Hall & Gardens Engagement Photos with Jessica & Patrick. Located deep in the heart of central Virginia lies Agecroft Hall & Gardens. A Tudor manor house and estate that was constructed in Richmond in the 1920s. However, portions of the structure date back to the late 15th century. Overlooking the James River, Agecroft Hall […]

I find myself experiencing these takeaway moments during my work as a Richmond VA Engagement Photographer. Watching the James River flow in a tide of blue-green, and finding solace in the cloudy moments of a summer day when working with Madelyn and Ben. Summers in Richmond VA are notoriously hot and sticky. But embracing the […]

A leisurely stroll along historic Monument Avenue for Ali & Stewart’s spring engagement session was an afternoon filled with flowers and fresh spring air. There is something to be said about the scenic beauty of spring in Richmond. The colorful blooms, the feeling of the city’s reemergence, and casual, romantic walks with the person you […]
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