virginia wedding & family photographer for couples focused on quality time
PHOTOGRAPHING JOY. AND WHAT IT MEANS TO BE ALIVE.
hey, i’m Molly!
a virginia wedding Photographer
effortless. honest. joyful photography
Before you dive in, I want to share something with you. My Nana has one of those beautiful, detailed, can’t-make-this-up love stories that sometimes over a holiday, we’ll ask her to tell again. Out come the photo albums, and even though we have all heard the story a dozen times, we are captivated. What a gift it is to be able to feel a love that I wasn’t even around for.
What a gift it is to hold those photos.
That is my “why”
What I want to give you is this—a photography experience that doesn’t force you to perform or be something you’re not. You want to look beautiful, but you also want to look like yourself because this is what you’ll leave behind one day. Your photos will feel effortless, real, packed with joy & unmistakably yours.
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In 30 years, I don’t just want you to remember the way you looked, but the way you were loved.
You are why I love this work…
“She’s not just a phenomenal photographer, she’s the kind of person you want to have around on one of the most important days of your life.”
“From our very first call with Molly, we knew we wanted her to be part of our wedding. She made us feel instantly comfortable and genuinely excited to work with her. She’s one of the kindest, warmest people you’ll ever meet and having her as our photographer was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! Our package included engagement photos, full wedding day coverage from getting ready to our final reception exit, and an add-on (we chose rehearsal dinner coverage).
Neither of us is super used to being in front of a camera, but Molly made our engagement shoot feel effortless and fun. That experience only made us more excited for the big day. Leading up to the wedding, she made herself so available—not just to talk about photography, but to help with planning, timing, and anything we needed. She really takes the time to get to know you, your style, and your personalities, which made everything feel so personal and tailored to us. On the wedding day, having Molly there felt like hanging out with a friend. She brought such a calm and joyful presence, and everyone from our wedding party to our guests raved about how sweet and professional she was.
We had a long day with a church ceremony and a big gap before the reception, but Molly doesn’t work in rigid time blocks. She was there for it all, from morning prep to our final exit, which allowed us to relax and fully soak in each part of the day without worrying about what was “included.”
As for the photos… we are obsessed with our everything Molly captured! We were blown away by how quickly she shared sneak peeks, and by how many amazing photos were in both the preview and the full gallery. She has such a gift for capturing emotion, beauty, and joy in the most natural and timeless way.
We truly can’t recommend Molly enough. She’s not just a phenomenal photographer—she’s the kind of person you want to have around on one of the most important days of your life.”
-Diana & Jason, 2024 Newlyweds
01. wEddings
On digital & 35mm film
You’re dreaming of wedding photos that truly capture the spirit of your day. As a Virginia wedding photographer, I believe weddings are about so much more than parading you around for photos. Your day is about you two, celebrating with your favorite people and soaking in every moment of it. I want you to remember what that felt like. My promise to you is that when you open your final gallery, you’ll see images that genuinely feel like you. Nothing overdone, contrived or stiff here.
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02. families & littles
on digital & 35mm film
Family photos are like little time capsules of the life you’re building together. The way your baby fits perfectly in your arms right now. The missing teeth, the wild giggles, the way your husband looks at your kids like they hung the moon. These moments don’t wait, but they do matter. To me, family photos are about honoring the beautiful, ordinary magic of right now—because one day, these are the memories that will feel like home.
“Her approach was so natural, and she truly has a gift for capturing moments we didn’t even realize were happening.”
“We had the absolute pleasure of having Molly as our wedding photographer, and let me tell you—OH MY GOD! Her skills exceeded all of our expectations. She beautifully captured every moment, from start to finish, preserving the emotions and details we’ll cherish forever.
Beyond her incredible talent, Molly was an absolute joy to work with. She made us feel completely at ease, never rushed us, and never asked us to do anything that felt uncomfortable or forced. Her approach was so natural, and she truly has a gift for capturing moments we didn’t even realize were happening.
We were beyond thrilled with her work, her warm personality, and her ability to capture such genuine, unforgettable moments. We loved her so much that she also shot our engagement photos! If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only skilled but also a pleasure to be around, we can’t recommend Molly enough. She’s truly the best!”
-Sandra & Jimmy, 2023 Newlyweds
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{ rEal love }
Here’s the thing - one day, these images are going to be someone’s old photos. At its heart, photography is about remembering the way we loved and were loved. Whether you’re looking for a Virginia wedding photographer or hoping to have your family’s memories documented, my work is rooted in preserving real stories. The quiet moments, the big, loud, laughter-filled ones, and everything in between on a single day of someone’s life. These galleries are filled with love, and the honest memories of the couples and families who’ve entrusted me with documenting their lives.
“The photos she captures honestly reflect your own personality and authentic experience on your wedding day!”
“Molly captured our wedding exactly how we imagined it! We fell in love with her documentary style photography and warm/natural editing style. It was so great we had a chance to do an engagement shoot before the day and become familiar with each other.
Even though she hadn't been to our venue before she familiarized herself quickly and captured our whole day beautifully! Molly instantly makes you feel comfortable, with her calm/laid back/fun personality.
The photos she captures honestly reflect your own personality and authentic experience on your wedding day! We were so happy with how our photos turned out and highly recommend Molly!”
-Heather & josh, 2024 Newlyweds
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“On wedding day, she was everywhere she needed to be without anyone realizing - she blended in so well to capture all of the candid moments of the day, which are some of our favorite pictures in our gallery.”
Molly was absolutely amazing for our wedding photographer. She had multiple packages to choose from, but was also flexible with what we chose. Before we chose her as our photographer, we had a phone call to ensure we vibed and were on the same page about what we were looking for. Molly was so detailed and wanted to ensure she captured exactly what we wanted. On wedding day, she was everywhere she needed to be without anyone realizing - she blended in so well to capture all of the candid moments of the day, which are some of our favorite pictures in our gallery. 10/10 recommend Molly for your wedding photographer!
-Ansleigh & Tanner, 2024 Newlyweds
let’s get started
For me, it’s really about you. Making you feel comfortable, helping you to have fun and genuinely enjoy your day. It’s about the joy, the mess, the laughter, the hugs and the tears that tell your honest story. One thing I’ve come to know with my whole heart is that it’s the seemingly small moments that make up our core memories. I’d be so honored to document yours.