beyond the flavor | kath, matt, and whole wheat pizza dough

There's a new post on Beyond the Flavor today! Check out the gorgeous pizza that Kath + Matt made as a reader submission!

living space 5 | a preview

It has been since March that I posted my last Living Space feature...I can't believe it! Last week I photographed a beautiful home and am so excited to share the full series of images. Here's a little preview of what's to come...

beyond the flavor | matthew hart + the local

Did you see the new feature on Beyond the Flavor this week?  Meet Matthew Hart, of The Local!

christina

My beautiful childhood friend, Christina, is having a baby girl in October! I am so happy that I was able to see her yesterday in Raleigh for a quick lunch and maternity session. Have you ever seen a more stunning mom-to-be? She is such a joy to photograph.

Congratulations, Evan and Christina...we can't wait to meet your little one!

beyond the flavor | jenny bandy peterson & blackberry cobbler!

So happy to introduce Jenny, of Paradox Pastry, and her beautiful, delicious blackberry cobbler!!! Check out her story on Beyond the Flavor!

moto pho co | charlottesville's new pho restaurant!!!

Our long wait is over. Charlottesville finally has a pho restaurant! Vu Nguyen, owner and chef at Zinc, will open Moto Pho Co. to the very excited people of Charlottesville tomorrow, August 1st. He designed the clean, modern space that is  bright with natural light by day and glowing, exposed lightbulbs by night. I love the community tables and the painted brick walls.

For a peek at the food and our experience as some of the first pho patrons yesterday, check out Beyond the Flavor! Where will you be for lunch tomorrow?!

beyond the flavor | tim gearhart

Tim, of Gearharts chocolates, made us the most amazing milkshake using this homemade Ancho-Chili Chocolate Ice Cream. Check out the full post on Beyond the Flavor!

3 winemakers, 3 vineyards, 3 varietals, 1 wine

we attended the release of "3" at king family vineyards on tuesday, july 3rd. check out the happenings section on beyond the flavor for other fun events in the charlottesville area!

Stay Charlottesville | Mount Pleasant

Looking for a country estate to retreat to? Check out this beautiful 1800s Jeffersonian-style estate on 4000 acres just outside of Charlottesville, available for rent through Stay Charlottesville.

muli + marcus | married 5.05.2012 in louisa, virginia

Muli and Marcus were married on a rainy Saturday that, despite the gray skies, was filled with color and happiness. They are the nicest couple; so completely in love with each other and their adorable daughter, Bella. Their celebration was held on a private property in Louisa sprinkled with fantastic old barns. The rain held off until five minutes before our scheduled first look, when the skies opened and drenched the landscape. Muli and Marcus were troopers, choosing to stick with our original plan and still have their first look with the addition of umbrellas. I actually adore the pops of color and pattern that the umbrellas added to the day, especially the polka-dot version that we borrowed from a guest for Muli and Marcus' portraits. 

It was clear that everybody present at their wedding adore Muli and Marcus and Bella. There was complete willingness and cooperation from the wedding party for portraits, with never a complaint about getting wet. Both Muli and Marcus come from large families, and we've never seen such love and adoration between siblings. The emotion during the ceremony was high, and the enthusiasm on the dance floor even higher. This crew knows how to party, and party they did!

Muli and Marcus, it has been such a pleasure to get to know you both. We've truly enjoyed all of the moments we've spent with you, and hope that you'll keep in touch!!! xoxo.

Many thanks to:

Day of Coordinator - Events with Panache

Flowers - Sugar Magnolias

Cake - Maliha Creations

Music + Entertainment - Reliquis Productions 

Tent - Skyline Tent Company

Officient - Phillip Gates

SCARPA | spring!

It is no secret that I adore SCARPA. For the last few months I've been documenting Spring in the shop with the help of the talented Kai'li, SCARPA blogger, social media extrordinaire, and stylist. It has been such a pleasure to spend a couple of hours in the shop each week with her, soaking in the beauty of the space and their merchandise. 

published | c-ville abode - may

Check out this month's C-Ville Abode!!! There is lots of AHP between the covers...

The new Tablescape column! Such fun to style and photograph.

Mike and Karen Ball in the 'A Room of One's Own' column.

Feature story about three yurts in and around Charlottesville.

Many thanks to C-Ville for the opportunity to photograph such fun people, spaces, and food!

beyond the flavor | eric + kate from feast! with mother's day brunch

There's a new post on Beyond the Flavor this morning! Meet Eric and Kate of Feast!, and their adorable son, Oscar. They made the most delicious brunch...perfect for Mother's Day!

julie + kevin | married!

Julie and Kevin were married on Saturday!!! Here's a little sneak peek of their day...

Congratulations, you two! We loved spending the day with you.

muli + marcus + bella | engaged family session

Muli + Marcus are getting married on May 5th! We had such a fun session out at Veritas Vineyard + Winery with their daughter. Miss Bella will be the flower girl in the wedding and she is SO excited!!!

Muli, Marcus, and Bella...you are the sweetest family. We are so excited for your wedding in just a week and a half!

published | edible blue ridge - art of charcuterie

This season's issue of Edible Blue Ridge has a feature article about charcuterie...one of my favorite subjects!  Many thanks to Collin Donnelly and The Red Hen in Lexington for this fun and informative photo shoot. And for the dinner it inspired a month later at The Red Hen, during which we (Brian, Sarah, Matt, and I) consumed one of those pig heads shown below.  Yes...we did.  And it was amazing!!!

published | jim tuley house for abode

Check out this month's issue of Abode, featuring architect Jim Tuley's last design. I love this modern home, which utilizes it's steep lot remarkably well. The homeowners' art collection is quite impressive, too.

A few of my favorites from the shoot...

published | the clutch guide

I am so honored to have been asked to write, style, and photograph a story in the new wedding publication, The Clutch Guide. This bridal luncheon was inspired by the Friday lunch at Galatoire's we experienced during our last trip to New Orleans. For the recipes of some of our favorite NOLA dishes, check out pages 47-53 online. 

Many thanks to Jennifer Prince of Hill City Bride for asking me to be part of such a beautiful publication!

easter at the ivy inn

The Ivy Inn hosted a goat roast for Easter Sunday. What an honor to be invited, and what an amazing feast! This was my first goat experience, and it was a really fantastic one. I am so grateful to live in such an amazing town.

beyond the flavor | justin hershey

We have a new post up on Beyond the Flavor this morning...Justin Hershey from Zinc with Foie Gras and Pork Belly. Yes, I tasted it and yes, it was delicious. Enjoy!

Also, for more of Justin's work, check out this post from last May at Zinc. His food is so beautiful.