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The Rosson family approached me in October of 2021 because they wanted to form a relationship with a professional photographer for their growing business and family. The Rossons own their own farm, and we got to shoot their family session there! The Emerald Hill Farm is located in McGaheysville, Virginia. The Rossons wanted me to […]

When graduation season rolls around there can be a lot of things on our minds. Renting caps and gowns, finishing school work, and of course, prepping for a senior photoshoot! With all those things flying around, details can get hazy. Deciding what to wear to your senior photography session may be one of those details, […]

Sam Shickel is the brother of a past senior client of mine, Molly Shickel. Though Sam’s senior photoshoot got a bit rainy, we still got some great pictures! We initially met at Turner Ashby High School in Bridgewater VA to start taking photos. The session started out windy. We do our best to factor in the […]

Being a photographer in Virginia has been a rewarding experience, and doing maternity photography for families I know and love all the more so. The Loan family have been with me since approximately 2007. In that time I’ve had the privilege of seeing many of their family’s milestones. We have seen their engagement, wedding, and […]

Hey guys! Senior season is here, if you want senior pictures in VA, I’d love to work with you! Bessie Black Photography is a photography service in Virginia. I want to make the process of getting your senior pictures fun and easy – so read on to see how to get started! Step 1: Get […]

This senior photography session was so much fun! Savannah’s graduation from James Madison University was a moment worth celebrating. This photo session would be extra fun and have some amazing photos, because she’s a cheerleader! We were joined by Savannah’s sister and also her best friend/fellow cheerleader to add to the fun and make Savannah […]

Most of the time, my senior photography clients in Bridgewater, VA find me online. But, Brooke was a little bit different. Her mother was referred to me byu a past client through a referral and we set up a 2 part senior photography session for Brooke and she was so much fun to work with […]

Weyers Cave VA has several wedding venues that are amazing. And, it was my privilege to be able to photograph Ashleigh and Zach’s wedding at the Granary at Valley Pike!  I first met Ashleigh several years ago when she graduated high school. She wanted senior photos and of course, I was there to capture that […]