Erica & Scotty - Married Love

"...love aint a thing, love is a verb; you gotta show, show, show me." John Mayer

You show, I capture.

...

Erica and Scott have been married just over a year now. Being University of Virginia grads (wa-hoo-wa!) it only seemed natural that they wanted to have some portraits done on grounds before they head out to California for Erica to being graduate school. The Lawn at UVA is gorgeous enough and I soon found out that it gets even better - the lawn is flanked with beautiful tended gardens! Every corner played host to yet another lovely spot and the spring sunset beamed with perfection. 

Erica has become a very close friend of mine since moving to Culpeper and while I am ecstatic for her and Scott to begin their new journey in California (and I am also excited to visit); I will miss them so much! 

Ya'll, I wish you nothing short of the absolute best as you make your way westward in a few weeks. I am so glad I had the chance to capture your love in action. 

{to the journey}

-jbw-

Portrait Session - Barbara

A few weeks ago I posted a sneak peek of Barbara's portrait session at UVA.  Barbara was in need of head shots that captured her personality.  While I had the equipment to capture the shots, she has ALL the personality (as you will see!) I'm excited to share more shots from her session today.

While photographing, I was able to spend time getting to know Barbara more (a wonderful benefit of my job is that I spend time hearing people's stories).  She's done some really neat things in her life, including having a modeling portfolio shot by a photographer in NYC! (No pressure, right?!) If there's one thing I took away from the session, it was a deep respect of Barbara's enthusiasm and joy in life.  JOY is more than being happy; happy is based on momentary enjoyment. Joy is being content, excited about and grateful for life regardless of what it throws your way.  Barbara's got joy and I hope that like her,  I can be ever-joyful too.

Also, I'd love to experience some of the awesome things she's done...except I'd rather be the photographer instead of the model in NYC!

{to having the joy, joy, joy down in your heart}

-jbw-

A little peek at Erica & Scotty

Absolutely worth staying up late to post this (it is midnight, way past my bedtime)!

Good night friends and sleep tight. I hope your dreams are full of romance and love.

{to sweet dreams}

-jbw-

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Rizza & Daniel Engagement Session

Rizza and I go way back - we are sorority sisters, in the same "jersey family", and even former roommates! So when Rizza approached me about photographing her and her fiancé's engagement session I was thrilled - of course because of the photography, but also just to catch up!  

We planned their shoot at Daniel's family farm property in McCrae, Georgia.  Over the few weeks leading up the shoot, Rizza and Daniel raved about the location and their ideas for the session.  I cannot repeat enough how I was blown away by both! The property was beautiful; it was the perfect fall afternoon to shoot. Serene, colorful, and around every corner was yet another perfect, hidden treasure of a background.  Their ideas (planning a picnic topped off with vintage books, stopping by the pastures, etc) did not disappoint! 

On our way down to McCrae I was lucky enough to hear Rizza and Daniel's oh-so-sweet engagement story.  I enjoyed getting to know Daniel better - he has heart melting southern charm, a chivalrous spirit and most importantly a huge heart for Rizza.  I could go on and on, but I'll let the photos speak for themselves! 

{without further adieu}

It's all about the details...

Need I say more?  Each detail has been tediously hand picked to be perfectly special to you. It's like the "fine print" of your wedding day. 

Let me help you remember it. 

{It's all about the details, baby}

-jbw-

Taylor - Portrait Session

My photography essentials? Camera, memory card, lenses, and Taylor! If you've followed my photography before this point, you are well aware that Taylor has been sweet enough to let me photograph her...many, many times.  I can thank her for much of my development over the last year.  Also, she is my best friend so ultimately that makes shooting together not only fun, but usually an adventure. 

This week I was able to photograph Taylor at the University of Virginia campus. There were so many amazing locations with absolutely perfect light!  I can't wait for my next opportunity to photograph there! Enjoy! 

{& thanks, Taylor!}