Virginia Wedding Stories & Planning Advice

Some Days I Even Put the Camera Down to Write.

Wedding Stories, Useful Advice, and the Occasional Tangent.

Some posts are a peek into the weddings I’ve photographed. Others answer the questions that come up when you’re planning your own. How much time do portraits need? Should you do a first look? What happens if it rains besides everyone suddenly becoming a meteorologist?

You’ll find real celebrations, ideas to borrow, and advice from someone who’s been photographing weddings since 2009. There’s a good chance I’ve seen the thing you’re currently overthinking.

Take a look around. Get inspired, get a few answers, and send your partner anything that makes you say, “We should do that.”

Ava and Jacob’s Zion Springs Wedding: It Started With Their Dads
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Ava and Jacob’s Zion Springs Wedding: It Started With Their Dads

Ava and Jacob’s story starts with two college friends. Their dads.

They met at West Virginia University, joined the same fraternity, and became good friends. And they stayed friends. Through getting older, getting married, and raising families of their own, they kept showing up in each other’s lives.

Their families even vacationed together. That’s where Ava and Jacob first met, long before either of them knew where this was going.

Years later, Jacob recognized Ava at a college party. A familiar face turned into a new connection, and that’s where their relationship began.

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5 Things You Need to Do in Your First 90 Days of Wedding Planning
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5 Things You Need to Do in Your First 90 Days of Wedding Planning

Congratulations, you’re engaged! This is such an exciting season filled with love, joy, and a whole lot of decision-making. While the idea of planning your wedding might feel overwhelming, breaking it into manageable steps can help keep things stress-free and fun. The first 90 days are all about setting a strong foundation for your dream day. Here are the five essential things you should focus on to get your wedding planning off to the perfect start.

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