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A Traditional Wedding & Party By The Ocean in Norfolk & Virginia Beach, VA

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

~ Kathleen & Mike | Wedding ~

First Lutheran Church | Norfolk, Virginia | Sandbridge Oceanfront | Virginia Beach, Virginia | September 13, 2025

Kathleen & Mike met in college out in Oklahoma a few years ago. Kathleen joined the US Coast Guard and it brought them here to Virginia Beach. They had a beautiful traditional Lutheran Wedding ceremony at their home church, First Lutheran, in Norfolk, Virginia. Kathleen had BEAUTIFUL and dainty details, including a rosary that Mike had bought for her. She also made a STUNNING stained glass window for her and Mike’s home.

The two of them had a private first look outside the front of their church before the ceremony started, Their ceremony was intimate and they shared emotional vows. had their first communion as a married couple and then participated in serving their guests communion as well. They had beautiful readings of scripture from their loved ones as well as a song. They concluded their ceremony with a traditional US Coast Guard sword arch send off including a tap on the butt for the Groom.

Everyone then hopped in their cars and traveled down to Sandbridge Beach, where they continued on with their beautiful day. Everyone grazed on snacks and drinks while all the guests started to arrive. They kicked off their reception with their parent dances and then their first dance in the dunes. They then concluded with prayer and went inside to cut the cake – Coast Guard style, with Kathleens sword. Mike handmade all of the wedding favor wax melts too! Everyone gathered for dinner and then changed into their bathing suits. Most of their families were from the mid west so they all decided to spend the rest of the day hanging out with each other by the ocean.

A Bright and Beautiful Summer Manor Wedding in Orange, VA

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

~ Mindy & Brian | Wedding ~

Greenock Manor | Orange, Virginia | August 30, 2025

I am so excited to bring back the blog with this colorful wedding of Mindy & Brian. Mindy & Brian had been together for 10 years and have a few children together, Mindy was over the moon when Brian asked her to finally tie the knot. You can see Mindy’s bright and sweet personality shine through all of her gorgeous colors and details. Brain and the boys started the day tailgating and watching the game while they waited for Mindy & the girls to get ready. Mindy did a first look with her grandma that was such a tender moment between the two of them on the top floor of Greenock’s victorian style home. These two love birds shared tears and smiles as they gazed at each other during their vows. And even planted a unity tree to mark their journey together. After the ceremony concluded they had a lovely cocktail hour where their guests enjoyed signature cocktails and snacks.

They had heartfelt speeches from their family and best friends, including a sweet speech from Mindy’s mom with a tribute to Mindy’s late father. They even shared a Mother/Daughter dance. Mindy & Brian threw a FUN reception as they were constantly on the dance floor, throwing it back with each other, their kids and their besties. The evening concluded with a magical sparkler send off before running off to the Bridal Suite for the rest of the night.

Vendors:
Venue & Planning | @greenock_manor
Dress | @truebrideva
DJ | Doppler Tone DJ
Catering | Turner Gurlz Food
Photography | @KristinLorrainePhotography
Videography | @sokolovphotography

A Lush Spring Manor Wedding in Orange, VA

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

~ Lindsey & Andrei | Wedding ~

Greenock Manor | Orange, Virginia | May 22, 2025

Lindsey & Andrei got married back in May, and what a joyous day it was! It was truly a breathtakingly beautiful wedding day. Lindsey thought of so many little details, and curated the perfect spring wedding! I was truly touched by how sentimental and heartfelt the entire day was. They both handwrote letters to each other and they were full top to bottom letters. Lindsey also wrote a letter to her parents, which they read after their first looks. Yes, looks. Before Lindsey went in to do a first look with her dad, her mom surpised him with a first look of their own. It was so sweet to see a couple that has been married for so many years light up with emotion when they see each other.

Some of Andrei’s family traveled a very far distance to attend and some only spoke Russian. I think it is so cool getting to meet and experience people from other countries and cultures! It’s truly beautiful how they all blended together as one large family that day. If you dont remember their love story, it was a testimony moment. Lindsey had asked for God to send her a gentleman that loved Him and would bring flowers for her on their first date! ENJOY scrolling through all the highlights and quiet moments below!

See a behind the scenes recap of their day in a Reel HERE

See their Engagement Session HERE

A Romantic Moon Lit Engagement Session by the Sea in Virginia Beach, VA

Friday, November 7, 2025

~ Shannon & Dylan | Engaged ~

Virginia Beach Oceanfront | Virginia Beach, Virginia | September 6, 2025

Shannon & Dylan are getting married!!!! When we hit the beach that evening we were expecting a golden pink sky but we were met with a huge cloud from an apporching storm. It made for a more romantic and filmy vibe! I love how the full moon was shining so so bright, even through some fog that rolled in! I love how they have fun with each other and dont take things so seriously. These came out so so cute!

These two have been together for several years and have 2 boys. And they are so excited to offically blend the family and tie the knot. They are gettting married next October in Fredericksburg, VA. Dylan is Michael’s best friend and Shannon, the kids and I have all grown close over the years! SOOOO – Michael and I get to be in their wedding party. I was so flattered that I had the honor of capturing their Engagement photos for them. I cannot wait to see their wedding vision come to life!

A Beautiful Spring Waterside Wedding in Norfolk, VA

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

~ Brittney & David | Wedding ~

The Harbor Club | Norfolk, Virginia | May 10, 2025

Brittney & David (Acner) had a beautiful wedding day at the Harbor Club at Waterside District in Norfolk, VA. David is from Honduras and unfortunately, most of his family are still living there and were unable to attend the wedding, but David’s friends and State-side family made sure he felt celebrated and supported. Brittney’s friends and family all came in from out of town and brought the party! They had a beautiful, warm spring day with gorgeous sun. Their dusty blues and creme colors were absoultely stunning for the day, and they had a gorgeous view of the harbor from their ceremony site.

Brittney did a first look with her dad, uncle, brother and son, Leo. Leo was the CUTEST Ring Bearer EVER! They passed out Jello Shots before the wedding party walked the aisle and that was just the kick off of their party. David beamed at Brittney as she and her dad walked down the aisle. After they exchanged their vows and their rings, Brittney, David, and I ventured around Waterside District for portraits and I am OBSESSED with how gorgeous these came out!

The reception was truly a blast! They shared their first dance, we had a delicious dinner, and the dance floor was open! Guests partied HARD and danced the night away! I LOVED that after cake cutting, not oly were desserts available, but “drunk snacks” like chicken & cheeseburger sliders and pizza were out for the guests to enjoy as well. Before departing and walking the aisle for their sparkler send off, they took a few minutes and danced to a slow song, all by themselves.