​{Time}

The BEST lighting is 1-2 hours before sunset. For deciding on what season is best for you, refer to The Seasons Guide.

{Location}

Here are some beautiful locations that we love. We can also come to your home or another location that is special to you!

Cooks Creek Arboretum - Bridgewater, VA

Wildwood Park - Bridgewater, VA

7 Bridges Park - Bridgewater, VA

Bridgeview Park - Bridgewater, VA

Edgebriar Park - Bridgewater, VA

Crist Farm Walking Trails - Bridgewater, VA (Yev Studios photos coming soon)

Bridgewater College Campus

JMU Campus - Harrisonburg, VA

JMU Forbes Center - Harrisonburg, VA

Downtown Harrisonburg

Shen Lake - Harrisonburg, VA

Purcell Park - Harrisonburg, VA

Downtown Staunton

Carter Coffman Christmas Tree Farm - Ft Defiance, VA

Melrose Caverns - Harrisoburg, VA

Rockingham Park - Penn Laird, VA

Regal Vistas at Massanutten Resort - Mcgaheysville, VA (if 2+ families no travel fee)
 

No travel fee but there is a grounds fee (which the client is responsible for).

Engagements are included when booking wedding at a venue.

JMU Arboretum - Harrisonburg, VA

White Oak Lavender Farm - Harrisonburg, VA

Willow Spring Farm - Bridgewater, VA

Cross Keys Vineyard - Mt Crawford, VA

Bluestone Vineyard - Bridgewater. VA

On Sunny Slope Farm - Harrisonburg, VA 

Every Soul Acre Christmas Tree Farm - Keezletown, VA

Swannanoa Palace - Afton, VA

More beautiful places. No grounds fee. Has a travel fee depending on mileage from 22812.

Blue Ridge Parkway - Afton, VA

Skyline Drive - Front Royal or Afton, VA

Chiles Peach Orchard - Crozet, VA

Showalter's Orchard - Timberville, VA

{Props}

Props are a fun addition to any photo shoot.

You are more than welcome to bring as many as you'd like. 

Blanket 

Chair

Stool 

Couch

Basket 

Crate

Banner

Wooden/Plastic Letter

Small chalkboard with writing

Stuffed animal

Favorite toy

Umbrella

Bubbles

Sports equipment

Musical instrument

Large photo frame

Mirror

Books

Bicycle

Truck

Suitcase

Globe

Vintage baby carriage

Seasonal fruits & vegetables

{Outfits}

A change of outfits gives some variety to a shoot and we welcome outfit changes. However, since it takes away time from the session, please be aware there will be less photos. Outfits are so fun to plan, but there is so many choices, it can make your head spin.

{First and foremost, make sure the outfits everyone is wearing are comfortable. Otherwise, some faces might not look so happy in the photos, and SMILES are just as important as pretty outfits.}

{Choose 2-3 colors to work with. }

{Play with patterns! They add depth to the photos.}

{Accessorize! Add in scarves, hats, jewelry, ties, colorful shoes/socks, etc.}

Get inspiration with our ideas on PINTEREST!