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The Wedding Experience
Getting your picture taken can feel unnatural, there are so many thoughts running through your head... Where to look? Are people watching me? What the heck do I do with my hands? I don't want you to have to think about any of these things!
I want your wedding day to be free of stress so you can focus on what really matters...a beautiful start to your marriage surrounded by your closest friends and family! I love creating experiences where you get to laugh, cuddle, and love on your partner, to create joyful images that reflect your authentic relationship!
effortless posing
that feels like you!
i'll coach you through everything...
This might be controversial... but I don't want your galley to be "highly curated". Your wedding photos shouldn't look like a refined Pinterest gallery full of perfect smiles and detailed table scapes. They should feature the PEOPLE that shape who you are today, and love story that will continue for decades!
I want your wedding gallery to tell a story, I’ll be clicking away for those MOMENTS IN-BETWEEN, the outtakes, the laugh until you cry moments, unrefined dance moves, and quiet reflection... and of course the dreamy golden hour portraits, so you can look back at the true celebration of your wedding day!
packed & polished galleries
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Let's plan your timeline! Your wedding day should NOT revolve around photos, but having a structured timeline and amazing vendors to keep the schedule on track allow you to actually soak up the celebration of the day!
This process is ALL NEW to you, don't worry, we'll get out those nervous jitters and make sure you are comfortable during your engagement session. Plus I"ll share exclusive resource guides filled location and outfit tips!
We'll schedule a consult call and share package details. You'll spend more time with your photographer than any other vendor, let's make sure we're a perfect fit! Lock in your date with a retainer payment and signed contract!
Start by filling out the contact form and share all the details you are envisioning for your wedding day. Reach out early, I only book 10-15 weekends per year! I can't wait to get to know you and your fiancé!
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Mountain-top Elopement
Casey & Kyle
What an AMAZING photographer!! Heather made us feel so comfortable and photogenic in front of the camera . We are still in awe how she could take so many great photos . Heather went above and beyond in letting us incorporate our furry child into our engagement photos, and was very affordable, especially given the quality of the end result. If only we lived closer to Charlottesville - Heather would be our go-to photographer. She's AWESOME!
"Heather felt more like a friend than a vendor, and it shows in the pictures."
Kelsey & Chris
Her photographs are STUNNING—She finds a way to capture beautifully candid, intimate moments; has an artistic, creative eye for backgrounds, poses, and editing; and an approachable, calm, professional yet laid-back quality during sessions that made us feel comfortable and ourselves. She is quick to communicate with clients, flexible with working our our schedule, and just fun to be around!
"I never thought my fiancé and I were photogenic until I saw Heather's portraits."
MaryShea & Nick
Heather has been such an amazing person to work with! She takes beautiful pictures with a light, airy quality to them that… and makes you feel very comfortable in front of the camera. She is great at balancing giving you guidance when you need it and letting you do your own natural thing. We would 100% hire Heather again!
"The photographer was the NUMBER ONE most important vendor for our wedding"
Chiara & Chris
Heather was absolutely fantastic in every way. She expertly guided our family and friends through a set of posed shots that made it fun and easy for everyone; perhaps most importantly her photos were better than anything that we had hoped for! We cannot wait to displaying her images in our home for decades to come!
"Heather was on our team at every moment and what she captured was utterly us,"
John + Melissa
We can not say enough how comfortable Heather made us feel... She was so easy and fun to be around! Her ability to capture amazing lighting, shadowing, and natural poses was incredible!!! We will cherish the beautiful shots she captured for a lifetime and recommend her a million times over!
"My husband usually hates taking pictures, after the wedding, he said Heather was his FAVORITE vendor!
Robin + Hunter
Book your Destination Session!
I have such a love for exploring new places, and putting my toes in the sand OR snow! My packages include complimentary travel for local session up to 60 miles from Richmond. Although additional travel fees may apply for my destination sessions, I LOVE to include bonus photo coverage for rehearsals, welcome parties, or wedding weekend events to document the entire celebration!
A few of my recent destination sessions include the California Coast, New Hampshire countryside, Washington State Mountains, Eastern Shore Waterfront, and Historic Charleston...
If you have a dream location in mind, we'll make it happen! No joke, I've photographed a wedding on a moving boat, backpacked through Mt. Rainier National park, went off roading in cow pastures, and reminisced on campuses with college sweethearts!
Destination Sessions
your love story without limits
bucket list
coastal maine
catalina island
mackinac island
colorado forest
montana mountains
hawaii
ireland
new zealand
amalfi coast
Planning a destination Wedding or Elopement?
Inquire to learn more about the DISCOUNTED all inclusive packages for my dream locations!
Wedding Collections include a full day of photo coverage, second shooter, and complimentary engagement session, additional hours and keepsake albums are also available! On average couples spend $6400 on wedding coverage with key dates in the Fall and Spring filling up fast! Let's work together to plan your stress free wedding day!