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Lake Arrowhead Luray, Virginia | Shenandoah Valley Family Photographer Amanda & I had been planning a photo swap with each other for quite some time. With the weather and putting off our session together, WE finally got to get together at the lake here in Luray, Virginia, and swap some photos. She took photos of […]

If you would like to book your session with Peaks+Waves Portraits please click HERE. I can’t wait to hear from you!  Most importantly, Peaks+Waves focuses on capturing raw emotions in a relaxed setting. Families + Motherhood + Maternity + Fresh 48 + Seniors + Couples + Elopements. Shenandoah Valley’s Lifestyle Portrait Photographer. Serving such areas in Luray, Virginia +  Harrisonburg, Virginia + Culpeper, […]

If you would like to book your session with Peaks+Waves Portraits please click HERE. I can’t wait to hear from you!  Most importantly, Peaks+Waves focuses on capturing raw emotions in a relaxed setting. Families + Motherhood + Maternity + Fresh 48 + Seniors + Couples + Elopements. Shenandoah Valley’s Lifestyle Portrait Photographer. Serving such areas in Luray, Virginia +  Harrisonburg, […]

If you would like to book your session with Peaks+Waves Portraits please click HERE. I can’t wait to hear from you!  Most importantly, Peaks+Waves focuses on capturing raw emotions in a relaxed setting. Families + Motherhood + Maternity + Fresh 48 + Seniors + Couples + Elopements. Shenandoah Valley’s Lifestyle Portrait Photographer. Serving such areas in Luray, Virginia +  Harrisonburg, […]

Christine & I met on Facebook when I was looking for someone to share some creative ideas and create a vision I had in my head. After a few days of bouncing ideas with each other, we set a date & place. Located just on the other side of Front Royal, Virginia, State Arboretum Of […]

When Mike first contacted me about a maternity session I had accidenctly sent him an unfinished email. Followed by an apology email. (insert emoji here) <– something like that. However after a few laughs & major anxiety we started planning their maternity session. While visiting the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in Bergton, Virginia. Quinn+Mike decided […]

Peaks+Waves Portraits | Elopement | Engagement | Showalters Orchard & Greenhouse | Timberville, Virginia | Virginia Photographer

Love In Full Bloom Venue: @showaltersorchardandgreenhouse Host and event planner: https://www.instagram.com/agratefulstateofmind/@thesimplelovecollection Rings: @balaciaofficialStationary, invitations, and vow books:@blissandquill Bracelets: @DahliasandPerlen Bridal gowns:@ReWedBridal Florist: @lushandlocalflowers Cakes: Sweet Lucy Lous@sweetlucylous Cookies and cupcakes: Salted Sprinkle@salted_sprinkle Calligraphy (Lez Zeppelin lyrics):@r.e.written Calligraphy “Better Together” tapestry and leather jacket : @handwrittentreasures Hair and makeup: @kay_pot Wood signage: @holly.and.liz If you would like […]

Huge Thanks to Jessica of The Simple Love Collection + the Vendors (listed below) + everyone else! A Grateful State of Mind Styled Shoot consisted of 3 themes; Rock n Roll Elopement, Love in Full Bloom Elopement, & Orchard Engagement. Showalters Orchard & Greenhouse was the perfect venue! Located in Timberville, Virginia. Engagement If you […]

Senior Session took place at Lake Arrowhead. Luray, Virginia. If you would like to book your session with Peaks+Waves Portraits please click HERE. I can’t wait to hear from you!  Most importantly, Peaks+Waves focuses on capturing raw emotions in a relaxed setting. Families + Motherhood + Maternity + Fresh 48 + Seniors + Couples. Shenandoah Valley’s […]