Katie Stoops Wedding Photography

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These two can laugh their socks off…as you can see. They truly make one another the happiest person in the world. For their engagement session, we spent the afternoon in Charlottesville, VA at UVA and then onto King Family Vineyards. As a photographer, you don’t particularly love the rain BUT I think it just makes it a cozier, more intimate feeling session. At the vineyard, the fog hugged every mountain which made me feel like I was back in San Fran. I can’t wait to photograph their wedding at UVA next month!!!

Thank you so much for checking these out!

xoxoKatie

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Carly is marrying Paul in October and I knew after their engagement session that I just had to photograph Carly some more. She has eyes that I imagine the Greek Gods having. Beautiful beautiful beautiful. Every girl needs a great photo of themselves:)

xoxokatie

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It’s been quite a while it seems since I posted a full wedding. I become very attached to every wedding I shoot so it’s hard for me to “let go” (apart from our dogs, my photos are like my children haha) but I’m thrilled to finally share Rachel & Chris’s wedding today. I remember when I was doing their engagement session this past Winter how vibrant the love they had for one another was. Separately, they are incredible people…but together, they share something so special that isn’t found everyday. I could photograph them all day and never tire. Plus, how amazing is Rachel’s hair!?! They had their wedding in Virginia Beach at St. Mathew’s Catholic Church with their reception at the Lesner Inn on the water. Enjoy!

Dress: Augusta Jones

Rachel’s shoes: Blowfish

Flowers: The lovely calla lily bouquets made by a close family friend.

Cake: Family friend. Sometimes, there’s nothing better than a homemade cake. It is the epitome of what comfort is.

DJ: Luke Barton…super nice guy and knows how to get the dance floor full!

xoxokatie

Words cannot describe how beautiful I think Rachel looks…stunning.

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I’m about to depart for a bridal shoot in Miami (helllllo warmth) but I wanted to leave this gorgeous wedding that hasn’t been shared yet. Jenny & Stan were married last Summer at her amazing childhood home outside of Charlottesville, VA. It was a day that I will always remember! Enjoy & have a great week everyone!!!

xoxoKatie

Jenny gave all of her girls their choice of necklaces to wear. I couldn’t get over how beautiful this one was.

I love this moment between Jenny and her mother & sister.

Strawberries were a huge part of the wedding day. Apparently, Jenny’s mom went into labor with Jenny while she was out picking strawberries one day so it’s carried through Jenny’s life.

Stan’s J Crew linen suit was the perfect choice for a Summer’s day & don’t you love how different his boutonniere is with the little wild strawberries!?!

The ceremony was held in a field across from Jenny’s childhood home.

The flowers in Jenny’s hair were handmade and made out of porcelain!

Dancing in the street-cutest flowergirl EVER.

Cocktail hour in the gardens of Jenny’s home. So beautiful and relaxed.

Charlottesville wine is a must in Virginia!

This Sperry tent couldn’t have been a better choice. I love the little flags that are at the top of their tents. Can you imagine anything other than these farm tables? Perfection.

A Pimento’s food is to die for AND pretty.

Strawberry shortcake was a great choice-lite for a hot evening night.

TOAST!

I love how Stan is admiring his wedding band.

For several days prior to the wedding, Jenny & Stan made strawberry jam to give guests as they departed.

I was beyond happy to have this wedding included in the last issue of Weddings Unveiled:

Planner, Designer, & ALL Florals: the incredible Shawn Cossette of Beehive Events

Food: A Pimento

Bridal party: J Crew

Sperry Tent: Skyline Tent Company