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This is where stories come to life — through heartfelt conversations on the Breaking Joy podcast and the incredible moments I’ve captured with my amazing clients. From the connections that inspire us to the work that fuels my heart, this space is all about celebrating life’s raw beauty and genuine joy. Grab your favorite cozy spot, and let’s dive into the magic!

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emy here… whew what can i say about jackie… how could i POSSIBLY describe how beautiful this girl is inside and OUT!!! jackie and i first met — (of course of alllll places…) at the ball field! haha my husband tells me that he found an amazing short-stop.. i said awesome who is he?!?! he […]

associate session: jackie bridals chippokes plantation | surry, virginia

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emy here — i have known tabby since we were back in high school.. from growing up watching her play softball with my sister to hearing she was married AND having a sweet little angel! little braelyn has been such a huge blessing — i knew of the struggles tabby and chris had trying to […]

associate session: raines family windsor castle park | smithfield, va

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emy here!! holy gorgeoussssssssss!!!!!! ally and chris met up with sharon for some BREATH TAKING pictures!!! HAIR & MAKEUP | Anywhere Beauty by Shae

ally + chris date night session | smithfield, virginia

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these little lovers — i’ll save you the sap and get right to the session! LOVE YALL SO MUCH! MAKEUP | kristine marie artistry HAIR | anywhere beauty by shae

meghan + chase engagement session | nags head, nc

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these two are celebrating seven years and recently renewed their vows in ireland… while i couldn’t be there to photograph the actual renewal — the next best thing was to celebrate with photos down in the OBX on a beautiful windy day!!! i’m SO deeply happy for you two and TRULY loved getting to listen […]

amanda + joe | obx vow renewal

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emy here!! i seriously can NOT get over how much i freaking love these two!! likeeee can their wedding day be here already?!?! its not to often that i INSTANTLY click to people – it generally takes this introvert a hot minute haha but there was just something about how open and goofy these two […]

associate session: lauren + adam engagement | chippokes plantation surry, virginia

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Team Ashley LOVED spending the day with Jasmine + David and holy gorgeousness… everything about this wedding screamed classical and SWEET! WE ARE SO HAPPY FOR Y’ALL <3 Associate | Ashley Preceremony location | Quirk Hotel Ceremony location | Maymont Park Reception location | The Urban Roost Event Space Photo Booth| That Booth Guy Planner | The […]

associate wedding: jasmine + david | maymont park richmond, va wedding

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i always enjoy my time with this sweet family — love y’all ❤️😍😘 MAKEUP | Your Best Face by Susanne HAIR | Markia Nicole – MUA / Hair Stylist

boop family | windsor castle park smithfield, va

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emy here — when lisa and scott first got engaged i was soooo excited! this sweet sweet woman who i have known for a WHILE – who was once part of my family on paper… (still is in our hearts <3 ) was getting married to the perfect man for her!!! i didn’t get to […]

associate wedding: lisa + scott | kiln creek wedding

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love sessions

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emy here!! — sooooo i could literally go on and on about this sweet couple! travis & jackie you two have such a HUGE place in my heart – i am beyond thankful God placed y’all into my husband life three years ago.. because that meant you two would be in mine very soon!  just […]

associate session: jackie + travis engagement | smithfield virginia

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