Lynchburg, VA Family Photographer || Gavin Family

I'm so excited to be sharing this family session with you today! The  Gavin family had me laughing our entire session- those boys have some big, fun personalities that is just so fun to see! I was SO happy to see the sun shining, the wind died down, and it wasn't too cold out for their Saturday morning session! They wanted a natural environment with some pretty trees, fields so I had the perfect spot in mind in Lynchburg, Virginia! 

Sometimes with family sessions, it can be difficult to get little ones to open up and smile, but oh my goodness we did not have that problem with these two cuties! They were wiiiiiiide open and we all laughed together at their goofiness! We got lots of photo options for them- ranging from the entire family, just Mom and Dad (something that's always needed!!), individuals of the boys, the brothers together! Oh it was a blast! I loved getting to know this family & know you're going to love these photos too!! 

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Weekend Update || Lynchburg, VA Wedding and Family Photographer

Oh my goodness! We had SUCH a FUN weekend!! It was full of photo sessions- ranging from family, commercial to an engagement session! And on Sunday, we had a fun family day, with church, lunch, and a super-girly birthday party for Emerson. And knowing that this is a short week & I'm working suuuuuper limited hours, I'm so excited to finish up my projects today and take some time off & decorate for Christmas!! YAY! 

Saturday morning's family session was so much fun! Oh my goodness their two boys had me laughing! So full of energy- and we pulled out some potty jokes and got those great, natural smiles that we all love! Look how cute they are! 

Saturday evening, well, more like afternoon now that the sun sets so early, I met James & Tresa at Sweet Briar College, which is about 30 minutes away from Lynchburg. It's always beautiful there, but I was super surprised when I pulled up and almost all the trees still had their vibrant, fall colors! So beautiful & these two are so cute together! Plus, they brought along their puppy, which you KNOW I loved!! 

For Emerson's birthday party, I just grabbed a few cell phone photos- but they girls did mud masks, painted their nails, and did their own makeup and loved every single second of it! They all were talking about how much fun it was, which definitely helped reign my Mom-guilt in for the lack of planning I did during busy season! 

This time of year is so so busy, and it makes me enjoy the downtime so much! I am so thankful for all of my clients that make this so much fun!! Happy Thanksgiving week!! 

Wintergreen Resort Engagement Session || Chase & Courtney

Wintergreen Resort is such a gorgeous spot! I know many people think of this being an area to visit in the winter for skiing or tubing- but goodness this is such a pretty spot in the summer & fall as well! You can't even compete with their overlook- you feel like you can see the entire world from this one spot! 

I was so excited when Chase & Courtney decided they wanted to do their engagement session at Wintergreen! It was perfect with the timing of the leaves changing colors and the stunning fall light! We had so much fun & I loved getting to know these two! They're getting married in 2018 at the Melrose Caverns Lodge in Harrisonburg & I know we're going to have a blast!! 

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Ashley Eiban is a wedding and portrait photographer based in Central Virginia, serving Lynchburg, Charlottesville, and surrounding areas.  Ashley has been photographing families and couples for over 6 years and loves every minute of it! 

Ashley considers it a privilege to cultivate genuine relationships built on mutual understanding, trust, and lasting friendship to create memories you will cherish forever.  Because of this, Ashley takes on a limited number of weddings and portrait sessions each year.  Ashley is currently booking weddings for 2018 and 2019.  Contact her today for additional information! 

Lake Sherando Engagement Session || James & Claudia

I swear- every year I cannot believe how bold and vibrant the leaves are here in Central Virginia! I love this time of year because the scenery is so different and changes everything! You just have to stop and look at it! Especially those bold orange & red ones! Oh my goodness! 

We so lucked out for James & Claudia's engagement session! They chose to do their engagements at the same place they're going to be getting married at- Lake Sherando in Central Virginia! It's unbelievable how many little spots like this there are around this area that I didn't even know existed! It's so beautiful here and James & Claudia have so many special memories and future plans here! 

These two are getting married this Spring with our associate photographer program and I'm so excited for them! Goodness this is going to be a beautiful spot for a wedding!! 

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Ashley Eiban is a wedding and portrait photographer based in Central Virginia, serving Lynchburg, Charlottesville, and surrounding areas.  Ashley has been photographing families and couples for over 6 years and loves every minute of it! 

Ashley considers it a privilege to cultivate genuine relationships built on mutual understanding, trust, and lasting friendship to create memories you will cherish forever.  Because of this, Ashley takes on a limited number of weddings and portrait sessions each year.  Ashley is currently booking weddings for 2018 and 2019.  Contact her today for additional information! 

Lynchburg, Virginia Fall Wedding || Levi & Chelsea's Wedding at The Trivium Estate

Guys! My wedding season for 2017 wrapped up last weekend and OH MY GOODNESS! It was a perfect wedding to wrap up my year! Chelsea & Levi got married overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains at The Trivium Estate, in Forest, Virginia.  It was a chilly day, but so worth it! The views, the last remaining trees with fall colors- heaven!! They provided blankets, hot chocolate & cider for their guests while they exchanged vows! 

Chelsea & Levi seriously made this wedding 100% theirs! I mean- wait until you see her engagement ring to know that she's not your fully traditional bride, which I loved! They really personalized things to make it exactly what they wanted for their big day! Her bridesmaids all wore different color jewel tones for their dresses, they included their dog Skully in their first look photos, and they even had a cookie table at their reception! 

Levi & Chelsea knew photos were a priority for them, and my goodness were they troopers! As the sun started to set, the chill really set in, but neither of them complained once! We pretty much couldn't feel our fingers by the end of their portrait time, but we all warmed up quickly inside the gorgeous reception hall where all of their guests were dancing and having a blast! 

I am so excited to share these gorgeous photos! Her details, this dress, and their love for each other made this day such a dream for me! Thank you Levi & Chelsea for choosing me and hand designing the perfect wedding day to wrap up my season!! I hope you are having a blast on your winery honeymoon in the mountains!! 

Venue: The Trivium Estate in Forest, Virginia

Coordinator: Victoria with The Trivium Estate

Hair: Glen Norris

Florals: Foraged & Cut in Lynchburg, Virginia

Bridal Gown: Ashley Grace Bridal in Lynchburg, Virginia

Bridal Alterations: The Gilded Thimble in Bedford, Virginia

Groom & Groomsmen: Tricknors Men's Clothing Online

Catering: Liberty Station in Bedford, Virginia 

Bartender: Tabby Bennett Wedding Bartender in Lynchburg, Virginia

Cake: Kissed Cupcakes in Lynchburg, Virginia

DJ: DJ Showtime in Bedford, Virginia

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Ashley Eiban is a Wedding & Portrait Photographer based in Central Virginia. Serving Lynchburg & Charlottesville & surrounding areas.  

Ashley is currently booking a limited number of weddings and portrait sessions for 2018.  Find more information here, or contact us with any questions!