Minkewicz Family Portraits | Virginia Beach Portrait photographer

• August 2nd, 2015 •

I love this family! We have so much in common with our kids being about the same ages and Christina and I are heading on a mission trip to Ethiopia in just a few weeks! They are such a wonderful loving family and I was overjoyed when Christina called me to capture their family portraits. But then she told me their last family portraits we taken THIRTEEN YEARS AGO! That mean big time pressure for me… this would be their first professional pictures since both Max and Clara had been added to the family!

The day came and God provided us with a beautiful day and an incredible sunset. The kids were excited to take pictures prepared to have some fun! I loved when I was trying to get the kids to smile and told a joke… everyone laughed and Max encouraged me by saying “Good job Devon, just keep the jokes coming and this shoot will be easy!” Lol, what a riot!

One really interesting thing about this shoot was that, they knew they wanted the beach, but were open to whichever beach I choose. I choose First Landing State park as it has great sunsets. Later as we were viewing their images, Christiana told me that the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel seen in the background of their images, has a very special place in the start of their family. When they were first married they traveled that bridge weekly as family and work were on opposite sides. To have the bridge in the background of their portraits, 15 years later is pretty memorable… the fact that it happened on accident is just awesome.

Thanks Christina and Frank for creating such an awesome family and allowing ME to create some beautiful images for you to cherish for years to come. Let’s just not wait ANOTHER 13 years til we do the next session! 🙂

Saying Goodbye Virginia Beach | Family Portrait Photographer Virginia Beach

• July 30th, 2015 •

I have been blessed to know and photograph the Redden family while they lived here in Virginia Beach. As they prepared to move and Juliette to head off to her first year in college, they decided the best way to say “Au Revoir” would be to capture the family on the beach near their house! Some last portraits in the place they have called home for the past few years. And when I say this was one of the last things they did in Virginia BEach, I mean it! At the end of our session, the movers showed up to start packing the house!

Three stunning daughters, a mom and dad not afraid to have some fun, a beautiful beach… yep- it was a dream session for me! To the whole Redden family, I hope your trips have been wonderful and without too much drama! I hope you make lots of new friends and find lots of joy in your new home. Thanks for trusting me with you last moments in Virginia Beach. I had such a wonderful time and dolphins even showed up at the end to say goodbye! We will all miss you here!

Jack 18 Months | Family Photographer Virginia Beach

• July 22nd, 2015 •

Jack was one of my Baby’s First Year clients and I was so blown away when I saw him at 18 months! He’s grown SO much! He’s talking and running and FULL of energy! He loved throwing rocks into the water and laughing with his grandparents! One grandpa lives nearby but his grandma and grandpa were in town from Poland, so that called for some new updated family portraits. I simply adore building relationships with my clients and I have loved seeing this little family grow.

Kenneth: Great Neck Middle School Wrestler | Virginia Beach Portrait Photographer

• March 24th, 2015 •

Kenny is on my son Logan’s wrestling team. Like Logan, this year was his first year wrestling.. AND like Logan he had an undefeated season! He’s an awesome young man and I was very happy my son chose him to look up too.

We captured the end of his amazing season with some wrestling portraits. Let’s just say, he killed it! He could go into modeling if he choose, completely at ease in front of my camera! Those eyes! 😉

Congratulations on an amazing season Kenny! Proud of your hard work and the great man you are becoming… both on and off the mat!

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If you have a young lady or man involved in sports and would love some unique different portraits, contact me today!

Love in the snow | Family Portrait Photographer Virginia Beach

• March 19th, 2015 •

We live at the beach… we are not made for snow!!! I grew up in Michigan and Ohio so I grew up with LOTS of snow, but I moved away from it! When it does snow, I spend most of those days inside huddled by the fireplace! BUT even I have to admit, pictures in the snow can be amazing!

I have photographed Audre and Chloe in the past, and I loved being able to add Justin and Emory to the mix for our snowey photoshoot! These guys are so much fun and the girls were simply adorable! They were the perfect Frozen Princesses!

Justin and Audre are celebrating a year together and what a better way than some amazing memories in the snow? I LOVED capturing these shots of this wonderful pair and hope they will cherish them forever! Thanks you guys for braving the snow and trusting me to capture your love.

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Aiden: Nine Months | Baby’s First Year Portraits

• March 9th, 2015 •

I haven’t seen Aiden for about six months and I was so surprised at how big he has gotten! I loved all his little faces and his adorable toothey smile! He brought along grandpa’s hat and we were able to get a few pictures of him wearing it, but he enjoyed taking it off and throwing it more than wearing it! I loved all the great snuggles and smiles we got with mom and dad and grandma too! 🙂

I love seeing you grow Aiden. Can’t wait to celebrate the big ONE with you in a few months!

Chris Jr. Completes the Lewis Family | Newborn Photographer Virginia Beach, VA

• February 26th, 2015 •

It has been my honor to know the Lewis family for so many years! Kelly and Chris were there when I first began my photography career and I was blessed to photograph Kelly when she was pregnant with her first daughter, Halle. Now, years later, I am honored to photograph Chris Jr. as he completes this wonderful family. Chris and Kelly have faced their share of ups and downs, but have always made sure to put family first. Chris works so hard to provide for them and Kelly is such a great mom as she manages homeschooling, a toddler AND caring for a newborn! I LOVE your family, guys. Thanks for being there for me, both in my business and outside of it as well! I am so glad to see your family grow and pray a shower of blessings this year upon you!

Now check out this little cutie!!!

I LOVE Noelle’s face in this… not sure she likes Chris taking over big sister Halle’s attention!

Olivia’s Snow Fun | Children’s Portrait Photographer Virginia Beach

• February 25th, 2015 •

I am from Michigan and Ohio. I grew up with snow… and then I moved AWAY from it! I am not a huge fan of being cold and the last two weeks of snow have made me yearn for spring and summer!!!

However, falling snow does make for some amazing portraits! I had something cancel in my schedule and really wanted to capture some great snow shots so I asked my beautiful daughter Olivia to model for me. She’s a photographers daughter- she’s had a camera in her face since she was born- so she’s not a huge fan of being in front of the camera. But she agreed and I was so glad to capture these beautiful images. She recently cut her hair short and has had a few people call her a boy. She’s a teenager but very low maintenance, she doesn’t wear makeup or earrings (her only jewelry is two necklaces she never takes off.) However, any young lady being called a boy can be difficult to hear. So I really wanted some great pictures of her just showing her natural beauty and showing her how incredibly beautiful God created her to be!

I hope spring comes SOON, but if you want some snow shots, let me know. If we have more snow days ahead of us, I’d love to capture some more portraits in the snow! 🙂

Harper and Atticus are 1/2 a year old! | Baby’s First Year Photographer, Virginia Beach

• February 20th, 2015 •

Harper and Atticus are my first set of twins to photograph in my Baby’s First Year program. Typically, twins can be difficult to photograph as you have to deal with not one, but TWO, babies who might be cranky, teething, fussy, hungry or tired! These two little cuties, though, rocked their session! I really love watching my babies grow and change over their first year. Harper is still a serious little girl, but when she smiles and giggles, her who face lights up! Atticus is still pretty easy going and I love how quickly his eyes light up when he’s happy! Erick and JD, you guys are doing a great job and I am blessed to know your adorable family!

I love being your photographer Harper and Atticus! Happy 1/2 birthday cuties!

We will miss you “Pop” | Virginia Beach Photographer

• February 2nd, 2015 •

Steve “Pop” Voliva Sr. passed away this weekend. He’s a founding member of my church, Freedom Fellowship, and pretty much built the place. Our roof, our additions, the walls… Pop had a hand in all of it. He was such a kind and generous man and while I only knew Pop for about 8 years, it feels like so much more. His big bear hugs became something I, and so many others, cherished every Sunday.

He became known for his “spot” at the back of the church where he could watch over everything and hug everyone who walked in the doors. It’s how he became “Pop” as so many people over the years began to see him as a spiritual father. While we are rejoicing with you, Pop, because we know you are standing in heaven with Jesus, we also are so sad to say goodbye. It is too soon. You have lived a rich long life and touched SO MANY lives.

This photoshoot I did for you and Charlotte will long be remembered as one of my favorite sessions. The love you two shared is one to remember. You shared how marriage wasn’t always easy, but it was always worth it. To see you dote on Charlotte made my heart warm. To see her still look at you with eyes full of love, made me teary eyed. I will forever cherish these images and I pray they bring happiness to your family for years. These pictures I pray will encourage your family for generations to find love and never stop fighting for each other!

You will be so missed Pop. Freedom will not be the same without you… and we are SO much better because of you. Voliva family… my heart breaks for you. Thank you for sharing Pop with us. Our prayers are with you.

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