Chris and Whitney tie the knot

Kiki and Jeff Engagement

Last June I got a special visit from Kiki.  I hadn't seen her in almost two years.  That time together was precious as we caught up on the happenings of our lives.  As girls do, we discussed the men (or lack of) in our lives.  Kiki spoke of a realization she came to that she needed to be content where she was in life whether a man stood beside her or not.  She encouraged me to run fast towards those things in life that I'm passionate about and created to do.   Kiki is a selfless woman.  She works with youth at a church in Pennsylvania.  Day in and day out she pours her life and wisdom into young minds, never asking for anything back.  My prayer for her has always been that she would find that one person who she can do life with.  To guide her, encourage her, and to laugh with her.  Back in June I was so encouraged by her contentment but still prayed that she would soon meet someone. Fast forward a few months and a certain lucky gentleman entered Kiki's world.  His name is Jeff.  I remember getting phone call from Kiki describing Jeff and the dates they went on.  Every phone call I could hear a growing excitement in her voice.  Jeff began helping out with the youth group Kiki worked at.  As the months went on, I began to suspect if this was the man Kiki had been praying for.  Indeed he is!  He is a wonderful man.  When I went to Pennsylvania to take their engagement photos, I loved every second of being around the two of them.  They encourage each other, care for one another, and build each other up.  And laughing...there is no lack of laughing with the two of these!

Kiki and Jeff...I'm thrilled for the two of you!  Its an honor to shoot your wedding this summer...its gonna be epic!

Sarah & Ben Wedding Sneak Peek

Lots to come

Just a few snippets of whats to come on the blog...

Sarah and Rick tie the knot

This adorable wedding took place right here in Richmond, VA.  I'm warning you, there are a lot of photos on this blog...I couldn't resist leaving out any of the details!  Sarah and Rick live in the cutest white house with an amazing porch, yard, and trees which set the scene for this Memorial day wedding.  Sarah's sister, Hannah, is the creative mastermind behind the decorations.  When I arrived at their house I could barely get my camera out of my bag fast enough to start clicking away at each and every detail.  From the cake toppers to the hanging flowers, and little bows on sticks in the drinks...it was all perfect.*  The ceremony was spectacular and intimate.  I felt honored to be apart of Sarah and Rick's wedding.  The looks they exchanged throughout the ceremony were priceless as they tied their lives together with a simple "I do."

*Just to put in a little plug for my friend Hannah...if anyone is interested in her decorating services for a wedding or creative engagement shoot or any type of shoot, let me know and I'll put you in contact with this insanely creative woman!