the journal

From the beginning of working with Megan and Tanner, I knew they envisioned an easy-going wedding day full of laughter and fun. On Saturday, June 1st they had a gorgeous barn wedding surrounded by their family and friends that I’m excited to share a peek into here. With wonderful spring weather and a beautiful venue, […]

What stood out to me from Megan’s initial inquiry was their desire to simply have fun during their wedding photos. We had a fantastic time capturing their Engagement Portraits on Saturday evening in Martinsville, VA. Megan & Tanner brought us out to Tanner’s childhood home for their engagement photos. The pond on the property, especially […]

Cecilia and Brandon celebrated their beautiful wedding at the enchanting Graylyn Estate in Winston Salem, North Carolina. The Graylyn Estate is nestled among beautiful gardens, exuding a sense of rich history and timeless charm. Cecilia and Brandon were engaged on the Fourth of July under a sky illuminated by fireworks, and their wedding day was […]

Davis and his parents graciously invited me to document some of his favorite hobbies and this significant season of his senior year. The Roanoke Country Club served as an ideal backdrop for his senior portraits. Whether he was teeing off on the golf course or sporting his basketball warmups, Davis truly rocked his session, making […]

Baby Phillips is almost here! Alayna and Jonathan, thank you for allowing me to capture this beautiful moment in your lives together during your maternity session. Despite the challenging wind, we toughed it out to capture their stunning portraits at the Great Valley Overlook. It truly provided the perfect backdrop for this sweet session. The […]

Not long ago, Karl reached out to me with a confidential mission: to discreetly document his marriage proposal to Allie by the lake at Peaks of Otter in Bedford, Virginia. Karl carefully orchestrated every aspect of the proposal and even had their family present, observing from a distance. As the soft, golden light enveloped them, […]

Roanoke Virginia Fall Garden Wedding Lindsay and Ben’s wedding this weekend was a testament to their love and commitment to each other. It was a beautiful, personal, and unforgettable experience for all involved. With the changing leaves surrounding the stunning garden at Unity of the Roanoke Valley Church, their intimate wedding was filled with love, […]

Shawnta and I met at the Roanoke Bridal Expo earlier in the year and what a joy she was to work with. Now that she and her hubby have celebrated their wedding I can share her beautiful portraits. We got together in July and photographed her bridal portraits at the historic Hotel Roanoke. She was […]

Historic 1806 Estate Wedding in Natural Bridge, VA The gorgeous September day welcomed everyone to the stunning Inn at Forest Oaks in Natural Bridge, VA for Jon & Tali’s big day! Family and friends traveled from three countries, coming together in celebration of these two tying the knot! There was certainly no shortage of love […]

Mill Mountain Star Family Portraits in Roanoke, VA We all know life gets busy and family portraits often hit the bottom of the to-do list. As children get older and begin college, getting the family together can be challenging. This sweet wife and momma asked me to capture her family before the kids head out […]