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Bridal portraits were once something only the very wealthy could afford. Before World War II, many wedding photos were taken in a studio. Due to the number of weddings after the war was over, photographers were not always present during the ceremony. Bridal portraits became popular so that brides could have quality photos of the […]

Virginia Mountain Destination Wedding - Matt Erickson Photography

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The kiss is meant to be a joyous exclamation mark that brings the ceremony to a happy close. It is a romantic way to transition from the end of the ceremony to the beginning of married life. It is also a moment to relax as you acknowledge: “The ceremony is over … and, yay, we’re […]

First Kiss Bliss

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We can tell you from experience, this wedding was like no other. It started in the morning with the girls listening to mostly Broadway songs, jamming in their warm cabin on the grounds of Varian Orchards. Melissa’s dress was dangling from the loft, waiting patiently for its moment. Things were going pretty smoothly, then we […]

Joyous Rainy Day Wedding at Varian Orchards // Melissa & Michael

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This has been a long time coming. “This” could be any number of things: Morgan and Devon getting engaged, Devon coming home from where he’s stationed, their engagement session with us that we’ve rescheduled a few times. And it was worth it. We met with Morgan & Devon on a beautiful fall evening, ready to […]

Romantic & Playful Engagement Photos // Morgan & Devon

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You know that feeling after you’ve put so much work into something? Where it consumes your free time and occupies your mind at almost all times? For us, that feeling has been hitting us over and over again with the purchase of our first home. Buying a home is no small feat and requires so […]

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Classic Wedding at Portage Country Club // Jamie & Alex

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You know those times when you could just use a little encouragement? When you need to know that there’s a greater force at hand and He cares about us humans? Look no further, because this couple is IT. Sadie & Josh have had a past so intricate it’s almost impossible to explain. From them meeting […]

Fall Engagement Photos at Rocky River Reservation // Sadie & Josh

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It’s time for winter to be over. The ice and snow have been so beautiful, but the cold has had its time.

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Heather and Devin’s private estate wedding would not have happened without a small real estate miracle.

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Heather and Devin’s Private Estate Wedding

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