I first met Steph in 2008. I was about to become a mom, and she had the most adorable little girl. We became friends over lots of scrapbooking and girls nights out. Our girls grew, and life took us to opposite coasts, but we always stayed in touch. I would visit with her whenever I got back to the East Coast from California. Then two years ago, shortly after we moved back to the area, she asked me to photograph her family, including Jason and his two adorable kids. During that session, it was easy to see how happy Jason made Steph, and how amazing they were together. Jason definitely earned my stamp of approval! A few months later, I received a text from Steph, asking what my May availability was like for 2015. Jason had proposed, and there was no way I was missing out on their wedding!

A Beautiful Sunny Day for a Potomac Point Winery Wedding

So, May came and the day was absolutely perfect for Stephanie + Jason to welcome their closest friends and family to witness their wedding.  As a couple, they love to visit the local wineries throughout Virginia, so a Potomac Point Winery wedding was the perfect choice for Stephanie + Jason! I’ve always loved the cozy, European vibe at Potomac Point. The sun was shining, the vines were beginning to come in, and Steph and Jason had the biggest smiles on their faces.  My favorite moment might have been when Jason first saw his beautiful bride as she walked down the aisle with her new stepson!

More than just a couple coming together, it was a blending of families. Celebrating their new family was an important part of the wedding day and into the evening. The “wedding party” was actually Steph’s daughter, and Jason’s son and daughter. I love how they included the kids throughout the day! It was certainly a special time for the five of them to finally become a family. (Although I know they were always a family in their hearts!) The kids each gave a speech during the reception, and of course, I cried a little. The whole day was beautiful from beginning to end!

Congratulations on becoming Mr. & Mrs.! I love you guys and am so happy that you have found each other. You complement each other perfectly, and even though you’re both absolutely amazing on your own, you are even better together!

Potomac Point Winery