Exactly three years ago, I photographed my first Silverbrook Farm Virginia Wedding. I remember the date well because it was the exact date I went full time in my photography business. As I pulled into Silverbrook Farm it all hit me. All of the opportunities, all of the people, and everything I’ve learned in the past three years. What a surreal moment and how ironic it was that I was at this Silverbrook Farm Virginia Wedding exactly three years later.
In early June, Claudia and Rod said “I do” with their closest friends and family at their Silverbrook Farm Virginia Wedding. The day began like every other. The girls and guys hanging out and getting ready all having a great time. I could tell Claudia and Rod were both pretty nervous and excited. I’m so happy they opted to have a first look because as soon as they saw each other and embraced each other all of their nerves seemed to melt away.
Claudia and Rod’s first dance was pretty epic. As soon as they were announced into their reception, they immediately went into their first dance. They had been working on a choreographed first dance and they crushed it! Rod picked up Claudia and twirled her around. Claudia’s flowy dress looked absolutely incredible during this dance. The two of them are the cutest duo and looked incredible on the dance floor. Thank you Claudia and Rod for choosing me to capture your wedding.
Venue: Silverbrook Farm | Photography: Sarah Botta Photography | Bridal Dress: Bhldn | Bridesmaids Dress: Birdy Grey | Hair: Total Babe Hair | Makeup: Hyer Beauty | Florist: Affordable Arrangements | Caterer: Smokin’ Willy BBQ | Dessert: Mom’s Apple Pie Co | Videographer: Olea Films
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