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I am so sincerely happy you are here! I am just a simple girl. I was born in Salisbury, NC (home of Food Lion, i.e. our small town claim to fame). I've lived in Hampton Roads, Virginia nearly my whole life.
I am a saved by grace, happy, sappy, mama of 3 crazy, beautiful boys who are at the heart of every thing I do. I survive and thrive by the power of Jesus, strong black coffee, beach days, long talks (with all the feels!), random kitchen dancing, and anytime I spend with my boys. I am an over organizing, over analyzing, dreamy, feel-y, emotional sponge. I love all the love! I aim to Glorify God by capturing the beauty in His creation while serving people with the gift of precious memories.
My love for photography began with my first polaroid camera, exploded after the birth of my first son and snowballed over the years into a passion and love I want to share with the whole world! What is sweeter than a world surrounded by memories shared with your most favorite faces? I simply love photos. I'm known to sometimes squeal or eeek during a photo session (just a lil warning). I truly LOVE my job! I am humbled you have read this far... and I'd love nothing more than to meet you and share this great love of mine with you and all of your favorite faces.
Hi friend! I'm Monica
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~ Portrait sessions consist of approximately 60 minutes on-location.
~ Portrait sessions are inclusive of photographer's time and travel.
~ A one-hour portrait session typically yields 50+ professionally edited, high resolution images.
~ Images are delivered via a professional online gallery for download and online sharing with print options available through the gallery labs or an alternate vendor of your choice.
Please inquire for a personalized proposal of services
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*Portrait sessions require a non-refundable $50 retainer at time of booking.
(*All rates are current, seasonal, include tax, subject to change and may vary based on travel, extended session time and large group sizes)
Summer/Fall 2023
Jacqui & deandre, hampton, va
"During the photo shoot Monica was amazing. It felt so natural, she made it feel so comfortable for us. Super easy to work with and so kind. I really admire how she captured true happiness between my husband and I. I cannot get enough of how amazing the pictures came out. You will not be disappointed! She did an amazing job, would definitely use her again!"
"Monica did an incredible job! I love love love how our pictures turned out."
Brittany & JD, Smithfield, va
"Monica shot our surprise engagement photos and I couldn't be happier! Her turn around was super quick and all the photos captured JD and I perfectly!... You will never be disappointed with her and her beautiful work! She went above and beyond for us!"
"Monica is professional, sweet, and totally open minded!"
Jessica & Chris, Smithfield,VA
"Monica did an incredible job for our wedding! She took time making sure she captured every detail of our day. She got such beautiful and intimate shots of my husband and I. She was extremely organized and had everything super well planned. We couldn't have asked for anyone better!"
"Monica did an amazing job, not only as a photographer, but as a friend to us trying to make our day as stress free as possible."
viars family, newport news,VA
"We had Monica do a family shoot for our oldest son's high school graduation reception and we were thrilled with our photos. Getting great shots of all 6 of us can be difficult as we are a non-traditional family and we have an autistic son. I am so happy we called Monica."
"Our shoot was comfortable, fun, and we will cherish that day and our photos forever!"
