Thomas, West Virginia Engagement Photographer | Thomas,WV Wedding Elopement Photographer
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Thomas, West Virginia Engagement Photographer | Thomas,WV Wedding Elopement Photographer

Kailee, Cole, and I met up in Downtown Thomas, West Virginia for their engagement shoot. We chatted and explored through the art galleries and stores. Shout out to Creature, Santangelo, Bloom, and to ART IN THOMAS being a fantastic resource.

Afterwards we wandered down to my favorite hidden spot that I don’t recommend without a higher vehicle that has 4-wheel drive or AWD. The road washes out with the rain for sure and the trails are a bit more challenging as well. The nearby Albert Falls, Kennedy Falls, and Douglas Falls. I normally wouldn’t share this info, but the internet exists and people are figuring it out. So, I figure instead I will be helpful so people don’t show up unprepared given the cell service is basically non existent. So helpful links to help you figure out if visiting here is for you, and be mindful you are in an area that isn’t meant to be flooded with people. Don’t be an asshole. Leave no trace. Carpool on nice swimming days, it gets full sometimes. Helpful guide

After our waterfall adventures we made some overlook pitstops on the way home and had ourselves a lovely time playing in the sunset.

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Ravens Roost Elopement | Wintergreen Resort Wedding | Virginia Elopement Wedding Photographer | Shenandoah Elopement Wedding Photographer
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Ravens Roost Elopement | Wintergreen Resort Wedding | Virginia Elopement Wedding Photographer | Shenandoah Elopement Wedding Photographer

J and N started their lovely wedding day at Ravens Roost Overlook in Lyndhurst, VA right on the Blue Ridge Parkway with me where we took some time to ourselves and got some gorgeous pics. Ravens Roost is part of the Blue Ridge Parkway and is separate from Shenandoah National Park. Each have their own set of rules.

Afterwards we boogied over to nearby Wintergreen Resort for their ceremony. Chris Karol from Season 7 of Love is Blind was their officiant. Which we were super lucky and the rain stopped right when we needed it to, Chris and I were able to clean everything up just as everyone was arriving. Afterwards we went to the home they had rented for the weekend and had the most lovely intimate dinner catered by The Catering Outfit and reception.

If looking to get married, elope, or read your vows at Ravens Roost Overlook, there is a permit process and a $150 fee. They limit your party to a size of 25 people. It is recommend to file for your permit at least 30 days beforehand. You can review how to do that and all the permit details here.

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Seneca Rocks, West Virginia Engagement Photographer | Seneca Rocks Photographer | Fourth Moon Camp
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Seneca Rocks, West Virginia Engagement Photographer | Seneca Rocks Photographer | Fourth Moon Camp

Addie and Kevin invited me out to take their photos at their campground they are building behind Seneca Rocks, WV called Fourth Moon Camp. We walked through the land and they explained how they hold summer festivals and various climbing and slacklining events. We started our morning where they are getting married at, a beautiful spot overlooking nearby Seneca Rocks. We had a lovely morning wandering about the area, grabbing some breakfast during a brief rainstorm, and just having a blast getting to know each other and chattering about their upcoming wedding.

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