Lisa Mims Photography Blog

This past weekend I photographed a beautiful wedding on the campus of UVA. Christina and Ben are UVA grads and wanted to come back to their alma mater for their wedding. The weather was beautiful for a summer wedding with big puffy clouds, and a slight breeze. Christina and Ben decided to do a first […]

Wedding

July 13, 2017

7 Reasons To Do a First Look

I recently had the wonderful opportunity of photographing Belinda and Ben’s wedding at the new reception hall at Bluestone Vineyard in Bridgewater, VA. Belinda and Ben are one of those couples who you know are just perfect for each other. Belinda is one of the most joyful and cheerful brides I have ever photographed, and […]

Wedding

June 28, 2017

Bluestone Vineyard Wedding Belinda and Ben

You may have already seen Morgan’s stunning bridal portraits if not, you can check them out here …today I am sharing some images from Morgan and Zach’s amazing wedding! Morgan and Zach’s wedding was the perfect combination of a classic church ceremony, with an elegant reception at the Valley Pike Farm Market. When I arrived in […]

Wedding

June 27, 2017

Valley Pike Farm Market Wedding Morgan and Zach

It didn’t take me long to fall in love with King Family Vineyards. This venue is gorgeous. Even though it rained, and Caroline and Peter had to move their ceremony indoors it was still a beautiful day! The fog on the mountains was so neat for portraits. The getting ready spaces, and the indoor reception […]

Wedding

June 8, 2017

King Family Vineyard Wedding Caroline and Peter

Photographing a photographers wedding makes one ultra considerate of all the details, and the need to make sure your client is happy! Erica is a wedding photographer in the Charlottesville area. I am so honored that she entrusted me with her wedding photography. She had the day so well planned, and she had a million […]

Wedding

June 7, 2017

Outdoor Charlottesville Wedding Erica & Dusty

It was wonderful to be back at Sorella Farms again this year. It is one of my favorites venues. The staff at Sorella are so helpful, and organized. The farm itself is gorgeous for photos. I don’t think there’s a spot that isn’t picture perfect! You might remember this couple, Ashley and Ben, from their […]

Wedding

June 6, 2017

Sorella Farms Wedding Ashley and Ben

Now that Morgan and Zach were just married this weekend, it is time to post some of Morgan’s bridal session. Her dress was so uniquely beautiful, and Morgan’s smile is gorgeous. One Eleven South Main was a great location for Morgan’s session we felt like we were in Tuscany! I am looking forward to sharing more […]

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June 5, 2017

One Eleven South Main Bridal Session

I met Jessie and Patrick in Lexington for their engagement session, and I fell in love with the town. I can’t wait to have a session there again! I’m not really sure why I haven’t been taking pictures there for years. We started the session at a local fraternity headquarters, and ventured over to Washington […]

Engagement

May 22, 2017

Lexington, Virginia Engagement Session Jessie and Patrick

Lindsay and Josh made the drive from Leesburg for their engagement session! We had to reschedule once because of this spring rain. Thankfully the day they drove in for the session was gorgeous! We started the session at Sherando Lake, and ended with some beautiful sunset shots at Raven’s Roost. One of my favorite locations! […]

Engagement

May 8, 2017

Sherando Lake & Raven’s Roost Engagement Lindsay and Josh

Who else is ready to do their engagement session at sunrise after seeing this post!? Jessi and Majestic met me at 6:30 am to start their session in downtown Staunton. They both looked wide awake regardless of the hour! In general, the best light for engagement sessions are right at sunrise and sunset. It gives […]

Engagement

May 6, 2017

Downtown Staunton Engagement Session | Jessi & Majestic