BEHIND THE LENS
about me
I am a Virginia-based wedding photographer who traded in my training as a therapist and years of planning events to give chic & kind-hearted couples an extraordinary wedding photography experience. I use all my skills to help couples focus on what really matters and give them photos that will be treasured for generations. My work has been featured in local publications such as Bayfront Living and Little Neck Living, and I am well known for my engaging personality and light-filled, authentic style of photography.
I've been married to the love of my life for over a decade and together we make our own adventures with our 3 children and beloved rescue pup, Molly.
owner & photographer
heather
Hi there! It's me
WHO I am
Photography for me is an expression of all the things I value: people, real moments, joy, connection, true love. It's the culmination of my life experience in art form. I love that I can create from my heart and help others hold onto the moments that matter the most. My work is more than just pretty pictures, it is valuable because it is REAL.
When I'm not fluffing a wedding dress or cuddling a newborn, I am probably out exploring nature with my 3 children or enjoying a good glass of wine with the love of my life.
"I love that I can create from my heart and help others hold onto the moments that matter the most."
I started by photographing details of my newborn son: tiny toes, big yawns, first steps. As I began to document other people's little moments, I was inspired by their unique expressions of love. Over time, I knew that I had found my place in capturing the small moments of life's biggest events.
I BELIEVE IN THE SIMPLICITY OF LIVING IN THE MOMENT AND SOAKING UP EVERY LAST MINUTE WITH THE ONES YOU LOVE.
what I believe
my photo philosophy
every moment matters
The little things are the big things
everyone's story is beautiful
i believe you can have (your timeless photograph of) your cake and eat it, too.
what i believe
My last name is pronounced
I never leave the house without
Currently addicted to
My favorite smell is
i dream of
on my travel bucket list
Mrva
(mER-vuh)
a stylish bag
anything Taylor Swift
salty ocean air
warm summer evenings
the Amalfi coast
Margs / WINE
Glamping / Camping
Roses / peonies
night in / night out
Margs / WINE
Glamping / Camping
Roses / peonies
night in / night out
I prefer:
shall we?
quick facts:
I'll take my coffee with one cream and one sugar, please!
I adore live jazz music, especially outdoors on a summer evening.
I believe wine is better with friends!
I am team cilantro. yum!
My love language is QUALITY TIME... AND Kate Spade New York.
let's get to know each other
Follow along for more of my life in Virginia, photos of real life love stories, and some words to inspire you.
