Inspiration to Feed the Soul - Week 1

Inspiration to Feed the Soul - Week 1

I love a good quote. Words can be so inspiring and motivating. Sometimes a few words is all it takes to change our perspective, or give us that little extra kick that makes all the difference. I believe that our perspective, our thoughts, our mind-set, greatly effects our reality. Quotes help me to stay focused and centered and inspired. I thought I would start sharing few of my favorites here. I hope you enjoy them!

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Virginia Beach Oceanaire Resort Hotel Wedding Photography

Virginia Beach Oceanaire Resort Hotel Wedding Photography

Today I am excited to share some sneak peeks of this gorgeous Virginia Beach oceanfront wedding! It was one of the most memorable weddings I have photographed to date.  I loved Jackson and Jordan when I met them last fall at our wedding consultation meeting. They were just so young and full of life, not to mention gorgeous! I just knew I would love working with them. 

Their May wedding at the Oceaniare Resort Hotel at the Virginia Beach oceanfront was beautifully appointed. The stunning details were meticulously managed by the talented gals at As You Wish. 

The ceremony took place on the 10th floor sundeck at Oceanaire. I have photographed several weddings here and the view is superb. It's conveniently away from the tourist crowds, yet still offers sweeping views of the oceanfront. 

After the ceremony we headed downstairs to take group photos by the boardwalk before heading back up to the reception. We had no idea what we were in for at the reception.

Shortly after dinner began, a storm kicked up. Chaos ensued briefly as the wind whipped around the deck and the dark clouds rolled in. Fortunately, the staff at Oceanaire and the ladies from As You Wish rushed into action and Plan B was set in motion. The guests were moved to an indoor location for dinner and some rearranging was done to accommodate the late night festivities. 

But all's well that ends well, right? Fortunately, the storm passed after a bit. We were blessed with a gorgeous sunset and a few dancing rain drops, as the evening continued. 

Congratulations Jackson and Jordan! May all the days of your marriage be much less stormy than the first. 

Wedding vendors for this event include:

Wedding Photography: Melissa Bliss Photography, Second Photographer: Chava Lind, Wedding Coordinators: As You Wish, Wedding Venue: Oceanaire Resort, Florist: Lasting Impressions, DJ: Nathan Nabatoff, Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas, Cake: Farm Fresh Laskin Road, Bridal Party Hairstylist: Jessica Brink, Makeup Artist: Ashley

Stay tuned for more images from this beautiful beach wedding!

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Hampton Roads Child Photographer – Williamsburg Session

Hampton Roads Child Photographer – Williamsburg Session

This sweet little children’s portrait session in Colonial Williamsburg just warmed my heart. These two adorable sisters were a treat to have in front of my lens.

I loved spending time getting to know them – I learned a lot about lizards! Colonial Williamsburg was the perfect backdrop for our session. Since their grandparents live nearby, it was a spot that the girls enjoy often and was therefore meaningful to the family.

The quiet streets and quaint buildings also allowed us the freedom to explore and play! These two cuties were such fun and their portraits show off their sweet personalities. 

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Oceanfront Couples Portrait Session – Virginia Beach

Oceanfront Couples Portrait Session – Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach Engagement Portrait Photographer

What better way to celebrate your love for each other than with a sizzling hot portrait session on the beach? The connection between the two was palpable. Capturing their love on a warm summer evening at the shore was a breeze. I loved that they came to their session ready to play and just enjoy each other’s company. They were a bit nervous at first, never having had portraits made before, but we eased into shooting by just exploring and chatting away. Soon enough, all that nervous tension fell away and they were as natural as could be. Ahhh, I love my job! And I love the way their beach portraits turned out – organic, timeless, connected and simply gorgeous!

“Maybe, just maybe, true love is urgency. That frantic need to close the gaps between two bodies like all you are will break and bust if you do not. ”

— Tyler Knott Greyson

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Sandbridge Beach Lifestyle Family Photo Session

Sandbridge Beach Lifestyle Family Photo Session

The weather is warming up and it's so nice to be back shooting on the beach again. I thought the wet, cool spring might never end this year!

This month has been full of family and couples sessions at the oceanfront. I love shooting at the beach - there are so many unique opportunities to use the atmosphere to create some really gorgeous beach portraits. I am thankful that Hampton Roads offers so much variety for session backdrops - from wooded natural areas and landscaped parks, to chic urban locales and quaint waterfront scenes. There really is something for everyone.

But I find that 75% of my sessions end up on the beach during the better part of the year. I grew up with my toes in the sand, so that's okay by me! Today I'm sharing some highlights from a gorgeous family beach session at Sandbridge in Virginia Beach with a sweet little family of 3. 

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Norfolk Botanical Gardens Wedding Photography

Norfolk Botanical Gardens Wedding Photography

The past few weeks have been crazy busy! 4 weddings and several family beach sessions, and I have lots of exciting sneak peeks to share!! First up is a charming wedding ceremony by Weddings at Norfolk Botanical Garden. Here are some peeks of the bride and groom, but there is much more to come. Be sure to check back soon!

It was such a pleasure to meet these two lovely people and their families for the beautiful event. Norfolk Botanical Garden never disappoints, and her stunning roses were in full bloom on this amazing day. What fun we had creating some gorgeous bride and groom portraits in the gardens! Fortunately, the rain held off and we were able to make the most of our time together. 

Congratulations and best wishes for many happy years together Mr. & Mrs. Strane!

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Sandbridge Photographer – Family Beach Portraits

Sandbridge Photographer – Family Beach Portraits

I get to meet so many amazing families at portrait sessions and I always enjoy getting to know them. The big crew came from far and wide (including Australia and Canada) to spend a family vacation at Sandbridge Beach in Virginia Beach. They wanted some beautiful beach portraits to celebrate their time together. We spent a warm, breezy evening making fun memories on the beach and capturing their family connections. Here is a peek at their extended family portrait session on Sandbridge beach.

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