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Northern Neck Wedding Venues

This post is all about several Northern Neck wedding venue options. What is the Northern Neck? It’s the top peninsula of Virginia, between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers. I grew up there. There’s SO MUCH history around it- I think 3 of the founding fathers were born within 20 minutes of my childhood home. I […]

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Rolling Vineyards | Potomac Point Winery Wedding

Virginia has a fair amount of stunning vineyards, but none quite like Potomac Point Winery. Stepping on to the European inspired estate makes you feel as though you’ve been transported a world away from the hustle and bustle of DC and Northern Virginia. It’s quite a breath of fresh air, and a wonderful weekend getaway. […]

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Northern Virginia Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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Culture & Delight | Weddings at the Chrysler Museum

The Chrysler Museum of Art is truly an experience. It’s hard for me to put into words. I was able to take a tour of the museum with Jennifer Kohms, the special events manager, and see how it might be used as a wedding venue. I went back a few days later just as a […]

Virginia Beach Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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Beauty and Versatility | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Wedding

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is one of the highlights of Richmond, in my humble opinion. I am, of course, a plant lady and nature lover, so take that how you will. In any case, if you hope to have your wedding at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, read on. I was recently able to interview Kristine […]

Richmond Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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Picturesque | Saude Creek Vineyards Weddings

Nestled in between Richmond and Williamsburg, on the banks of the Pamunkey River, sits Saude Creek Vineyards. If you’ve never been, make a day trip of it! If you’re hoping to have a wedding at Saude Creek Vineyards, read on. I was privileged to chat with Karen Leyda, the events manager there, and she provided […]

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Richmond Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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Stunning Venue | Early Mountain Vineyards Wedding

I would like for you to imagine rolling hills filled with rows and rows of grape vines, the Blue Ridge Mountains in the background with morning fog lifting off of them. You’ve just had the most incredible wedding at Early Mountain Vineyards the night before, and you were able to retire to the vineyard cottage […]

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Richmond Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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New Branch Farms | A New Smithfield Wedding Venue

New Branch Farms is one of Virginia’s newest venues. It is located in Smithfield, VA. The venue itself has a clean, modern, industrial farmhouse feel, and the owners are incredibly welcoming and kind. As a newer Smithfield wedding venue they have worked hard to make their property unique and inclusive. It stands out amongst the […]

Virginia Beach Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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Upper Shirley Vineyards | Breathtaking Wedding Venue

  Just a short half hour drive from Richmond, perched upon the James River, is the gorgeous Upper Shirley Vineyards. If you are looking for a storybook setting to host your wedding, look no more! With breathtaking views, an exquisite and seasoned in-house caterer, and of course, handcrafted wines, you will be sure to have […]

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Richmond Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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Norfolk Botanical Gardens Wedding

The Norfolk Botanical Gardens is an absolutely stunning location with a variety of backdrops for your wedding. If Mark and I were getting married again, I would definitely be looking into hosting everything there. Can you imagine a sprawling lawn soiree, with gorgeous greenery and flowers? Think Bridgerton, where you might go to take a […]

Virginia Beach Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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Our Favorite Virginia Beach Wedding Venues

As wedding photographers, we often get asked about the best wedding venues in our area. So, we figured we’d curate a list to share with you all and simplify your wedding venue search. This post is all about our favorite Virginia Beach wedding venues, including some in other areas of Hampton Roads. If you are […]

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Virginia Beach Wedding Venues, Wedding Venues

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