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Documenting love stories and life lessons learned along the way.

A Windy, Joyful Virginia BeachFamily Session | The Clarke Family
Victoria Hartell Victoria Hartell

A Windy, Joyful Virginia BeachFamily Session | The Clarke Family

As a Virginia Beach family photographer, I love capturing real, joyful moments. From newborns to first birthdays, and finally a full family session with the Clarke family and their puppies, this windy November day reminded me why candid, flexible, and authentic photos make the best memories.

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An Adoption Journey Full of Faith: A Sunrise Family Session in Virginia Beach
Victoria Hartell Victoria Hartell

An Adoption Journey Full of Faith: A Sunrise Family Session in Virginia Beach

This Virginia Beach sunrise session at the 1st Street Jetty tells the heartfelt story of a family’s adoption journey finally coming full circle. Photographing a close friend and her beautiful family as they welcomed their daughter, was a reminder of how powerful faith, love, and new beginnings can be.

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