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A couple kisses while rock climbing during their adventurous elopement in Virginia

Unique Wedding Inspiration for Couples Who Dare to Be Different A non-traditional wedding can look like whatever you want it to—because at its heart, a wedding is simply a celebration of your marriage. Some of my favorite ways couples have made their day truly their own include: The key to making your wedding unique is […]

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McAfee’s Knob Engagement & Proposal Guide

Engagement Session Inspo

If you’re looking for an epic engagement session location in Virginia, McAfee’s Knob will not disappoint. Home to the most photographed rocky ledge on the Appalachian Trail, this iconic summit offers sweeping views, dramatic cliffs, and a true adventure experience for couples who want something unforgettable. This guide is written to help couples searching for […]

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Big Meadows Engagement Photos in Shenandoah National Park

Engagement Session Inspo

Big Meadows in Shenandoah National Park is one of the best spots in Virginia for meadow engagement photos with soft mountain backdrops. Its wide-open fields, natural flora, and rolling hills make it a dreamy location for couples who want sunrise or sunset portraits in a peaceful setting. The only comparable public spot is Sky Meadows […]

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Virginia Waterside Engagement Photos: Lakes, Rivers, Waterfalls & Beaches

Engagement Session Inspo

  Virginia is known for its stunning vistas in places like Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Mountains. But the state also offers lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and coastal shorelines—perfect for couples who want engagement photos on or near the water. I’m Kara, a Virginia wedding and engagement photographer with nearly a decade of experience […]

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Frazier Discovery Trail Adventure Engagement Session

Adventure Session Inspo

    Spring generally starts showing its face in earnest by early April around here. At lower elevations like the cities of Charlottesville or Harrisonburg, by the middle of March some trees are starting to bud and early flowers bloom, but in the mountains it is still very much winter and bare.  Fortunately the Blue […]

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Best of 2020 – Year in Review

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January 2020 seems like a different decade. It’s honestly kind of shocking to look back and realize the events that happened over the past year are all…in the same year.  Beyond what happened in the wider world, my personal experiences felt extraordinary and overwhelming. The only way to survive it was to keep my head […]

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Mary’s Rock Engagement Session

Lifestyle

Shenandoah National Park is full of beautiful hikes, but Mary’s Rock is one of my favorites. It’s beautiful for both sunrise and sunset, but you don’t have to get on Skyline Drive or the Blue Ridge Parkway to access it so it’s a great option for late fall-early spring engagement or couples sessions. (Skyline Drive […]

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