Although Diana and Ryan met in high school, it wasn’t until a few summers ago that they crossed paths again while boating on the Potomac River. Within weeks, Diana had moved back home and this adorable couple started dating! Fast forward… and Ryan planned the sweetest proposal at their favorite Mexican restaurant (and even had both their families […]

I cannot even put into words how amazing it feels to be welcomed into a family’s life to capture precious milestones! I have been so fortunate to document this growing family through their journey with Maggie’s first maternity session, Lily’s newborn photos, Lily’s one year photos, and now sweet baby John’s newborn photos! He was just 11 days old during […]

Despite the Virginia heat during the day and the crazy evening storms, Kylene and Ryan’s Tappahannock wedding was absolute perfection. This sweet couple exchanged heartfelt vows down by the water and then treated their guests to music and “nibbles on the lawn” (oysters and cornbread – yum!). The reception was then held in a beautiful twinkle-lit barn decorated […]

With the 4th of July around the corner, I figured now was the perfect chance to share some of my favorite patriotic free font downloads!  These would be perfect for any little diy projects, invites, decorations and more! See download links below. Flag & United States Shapes = US Flag     ::     Star Shapes = Super […]

My main goals for an engagement session is to help the couple relax, laugh and enjoy the excuse to snuggle and flirt in front of the camera before their big day! Kylene and Ryan were amazing during their Alexandria session, and I think we captured their playful spirits perfectly! I am WAY late sharing these photos here on the blog […]

  • Kristin - Adorable couple and THAT RING! Lovely photos!June 16, 2015 – 3:33 pmReplyCancel

I could tell instantly when I first met Liz and Josh for their engagement session that they were caring, creative and down-to-earth (my favorite kind of people)! I melted at the story of Josh proposing with his Grandmother’s ring and melted yet again when I learned the couple would also be using Liz’s parents’ original wedding bands. And, […]

  • Kate - What a beautiful wedding! The photos are gorgeous and captured the day perfectly!June 15, 2015 – 10:01 pmReplyCancel

  Let me start with a giant THANK YOU to Regina for participating in our interview for her lovely shop!  How did you come up with your business/shop name? mariner legend says the albatross is long thought to carry the souls of sailors lost at sea. many of my vintage finds are just that… a lost soul adrift. […]