Justin & Liz | Northern Virginia Wedding Photographer

I met up with Justin & Liz last weekend for their engagement session in downtown Fredericksburg. Shooting in the cold is always a little bit of a challenge, but these two were such great sports about  it. We were able to take a break from the session halfway through to warm up while also grabbing a bite to eat. Then we went back out to the streets of downtown Fredericksburg for an available light session. I love it when clients are willing to go for the available light shoot after dark! I think the low-light feel adds the perfect touch of romanticism to the whole session. :)

Here are a few of my favorites from our time together. I am so looking forward to their wedding this fall!

Mark & Kate | Richmond Wedding Photographer

You've seen them a little on Facebook and on the inspiring Hill City Bride blog, and now finally I am sooo excited to share with you guys this super fun and joyful day celebrating the marriage of Mark and Kate. Mark and Kate were married at Westover Hills United Methodist Church in Richmond, Virginia. Their reception followed just down the road at the Willow Oaks Country Club. Everything about their day was beautiful from the stunning bride, the charming groom, the love shared between their friends and family, the weather, the locations... all of it.

And on top of all the beauty surrounding the day... everyone had SO much fun! I will go ahead and let the pictures speak for themselves. (Big thanks to Sarah from Ampersand Photo for second shooting with us!)

More details of Mark and Kate's wedding can be viewed over on the inspiring Hill City Bride blog.

Kevin & Catania | Lynchburg Wedding Photographer

If the first wedding of my 2011 season is any indication of how this year is going to go, then I am REALLY excited about the rest of 2011! This past Saturday I kicked off my 2011 wedding season with the super sweet Kevin & Catania. Their ceremony was held at the TRBC Pate Chapel with a lovely reception at the Parlor Ballroom in downtown Lynchburg. Here are a few of my favorite shots from their day!

Check out their Sneak Peek Facebook Album to see even more pictures and become a fan to leave comments on their pictures!

kellen & ashley | fredericksburg engagement photographer

This is one of my favorite sessions from my session-marathon back in October. During that time, I had 17 sessions and two weddings all within 14 days. It was crazy... but crazy fun! These two finished off my two weeks of traveling with a fun-filled session. The rain had been threatening us all day so once again I had clients preparing for a session in the rain. And once again... the rain gave us a little break and even allowed a bit of sunshine in on this session. I was so grateful! I love the emotions captured in these pictures. Kellen & Ashley are So in love and have such great chemistry! I am super excited to photograph their wedding day next fall!

This Little Man | Fredericksburg Portrait Photographer

He has the cutest dimples

And the most charming smile.

He is the most laid-back child I have ever met.

He really only ever wants one thing:

To be held and cuddled each and every day.

He loves his momma

and trucks.

He is a loved little man.

The cutest, most loved little man on Downstream Court.