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A Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Proposal Over Charlottesville

A Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Proposal Over Charlottesville

My first time in a hot air balloon, one very convincing cover story, and a proposal floating above Virginia at sunrise.

A Client Portal Built for More Than One Gallery

A Client Portal Built for More Than One Gallery

Your photos, session prep, print ordering, and family milestones can all live in one private place you can come back to…

Richmond's Cherry Blossoms Are Here — Book Your Spring Mini Session Before They're Gone

Richmond's Cherry Blossoms Are Here — Book Your Spring Mini…

Portraits at Maymont, Lewis Ginter, Browns Island, Windsor Way & Hollywood Cemetery | Late March–Early April

Winter Graduation Session: On-Location & In Studio

Winter Graduation Session: On-Location & In Studio

A Determined VCU Graduate Braves the Cold for the Perfect Grad Photos and Then Warms Up for Professional Studio Portrai…

Erika and Jeremiah's Historic Copper Hall Wedding

Erika and Jeremiah's Historic Copper Hall Wedding

An Elegant August Celebration in Downtown Richmond's Most Beautiful 1920s Venue

Kiersten & Jonathan's James River Elopement

Kiersten & Jonathan's James River Elopement

Film Wedding Photos

Lake Anna Photographer for Weddings, Family Reunions & Events

Lake Anna Photographer for Weddings, Family Reunions & Even…

Discover how Stephen Lawson Photography transforms lakeside gatherings into timeless memories across Virginia's most st…

The Timeless Magic of Film Photography

The Timeless Magic of Film Photography

Exploring the Art, Process, and Unique Beauty of Analog Photography

The Boathouse at Sunday Park: A Wedding Photographer's Complete Location Guide

The Boathouse at Sunday Park: A Wedding Photographer's Comp…

Insider Tips for Perfect Wedding Photos at Richmond's Premier Waterfront Venue

Best Richmond Engagement Photo Locations: A Photographer's Guide

Best Richmond Engagement Photo Locations: A Photographer's …

Discover the Perfect Backdrop for Your Love Story in RVA

Reflecting on the 2017 Great American Eclipse

Reflecting on the 2017 Great American Eclipse

And looking forward to the 2024 Eclipses

Bolivia Bound

Bolivia Bound

Photographing the Magic of a Friend's Wedding

My First Film SLR

My First Film SLR

Embracing the grain

How I got started

How I got started

From Kodak to Sony