Romantic Beach Elopement Session, Virginia Beach Photographer

Romantic Beach Elopement Session, Virginia Beach Photographer

I have the loveliest beach elopement session to share with you today! Rahee & Kyosik wanted some beautiful, romantic images to celebrate their marriage. For the best variety in their final album, we decided to split their session package between two locations. We ended up scheduling a mini beach session, plus another full hour at Norfolk Botanical Garden. Today, I’m sharing a few shots from our romantic sunset beach shoot.

While they claimed to be a bit nervous about being in front the camera, they were in fact, absolute naturals. It’s hard to fake true love, and their connection and ease with one another, is what shines through in all of their images.

They let me know ahead of our session that they were totally game for getting wet! So we headed into the waves toward the end of our shoot.

I love these fun, carefree shots we grabbed at sunset!

Thank you Rahee & Kyosik for an amazing session! It was truly a pleasure to get to know you both. - XOXO, Melissa

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Intimate Norfolk Military Elopement - Virginia Wedding Photographer

Intimate Norfolk Military Elopement - Virginia Wedding Photographer

These two beautiful souls were married during a small private ceremony at the chapel on Norfolk Naval Base. While their elopement was to be a private affair, they did want some creative photos to celebrate their union. Devon and Andrew were high school sweethearts, and have been close for years. Andrew will soon be heading to Chicago, so they decided to tie the knot before the move. They will begin a new adventure as Mr. & Mrs. 

When we chatted about their session, they told me they wanted something outdoors and romantic, possibly at the beach. Not familiar with the area (they are both from Texas), they left the location up to me.

We did luck out with an unseasonably warm winter day for our session, but it was windy and I knew the beach would be unbearable. First Landing State Park was the perfect spot for some pretty water views, but also some trees and grasses to break the wind a bit. 

 The sun was out when we began our session, but the skies quickly turned overcast and the wind picked up. These two didn't mind though. As the chill came on, they snuggled into a familiar embrace to keep each other warm. I love how sweet and light-hearted they are together!

I must say, windy days are my favorite for shooting. I love how the wind dances with hair and fabric, adding movement and atmosphere to images. 

And this couple....so gorgeous!! I had a seriously difficult time culling down images for this blog post. The one below is definitely a fave from this session.

What a beautiful reminder of an important chapter in their love story. I hope they hang it big where they can see it often.

After getting some waterside shots, we headed to the woods to change things up a bit. I love the variety of natural beauty that abounds at First Landing. The Spanish Moss is magical and those earthy tones make my soul happy. 

We finished up back by the water for sunset. Even though it was cloudy and overcast, there was a warm golden glow that was lovely. 

I am so grateful that I got to meet and work with this charming couple to create some meaningful photographs for them. 

Congratulations Devon & Andrew! Sending all my best wishes to you for good fortune and many happy days together. - XO Melissa

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Virginia Wedding Photographer - Snowy Winter Elopement in Hampton Roads

Virginia Wedding Photographer - Snowy Winter Elopement

On a cold and snowy day, Tia and Eric exchanged vows in a quiet little ceremony in Virginia Beach. Though the atmosphere outside was cold and brisk, the warmth these two radiate was as big as the sun. It was an honor to witness their marriage ceremony, and to be able to record these special memories for them. 

They traveled from North Carolina, to be married close to family. The ceremony took place at a quaint Virginia Beach home.

After the elopement ceremony, we headed to nearby Regent University for some outdoor wedding portraits. The snowy white landscape was a gorgeous backdrop for our session! I just love that clean, crisp snow blanketing the cool evergreens. 

Don't they look amazing?!

We shot outside around the snowy campus, until our noses and toes were numb. Then we popped indoors for a few quick shots, and a little dramatic window light, until we warmed up again.

What a beautiful and memorable day it was! Congratulations Tia and Eric!! May your hearts always be warm with love. - XOXO Melissa

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Engagement, Elopement and Wedding Photographer, Virginia + Travel

Engagement, Elopement and Wedding Photographer, Virginia + Travel

I am in the thick of peak wedding and portrait season and am excited to have booked a few more weddings for the coming year! I look forward to more travel and destination weddings, as well as some lovely events at my favorite local venues. I am now booking weddings and elopements through 2018-2019. Get in touch soon to reserve your date!

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