Intimate Smithfield Elopement | Smithfield Wedding Photographer | Xavier + Karen

Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits

While I love all the pomp and circumstance of a wedding day, there's nothing quite like an intimate elopement that makes me fall in love with photography all over again. Xavier and Karen wanted a simple, sweet ceremony that only involved their closest family as they began their journey together. They chose a private house in Smithfield at Cypress Creek Golf Course as the backdrop for a beautiful ceremony.

Each moment of their day was so special, but my favorite part is the way these two looked at each other - with full excitement, joy, and love for each other. They incorporated sweet moments into their ceremony that will truly be memorable. With Xavier in his dress blues and Karen in a gorgeous wedding down with the most amazing bouquet, forever has never looked better. Read on to see more beauty from their day.

Wedding Dress: BHLDN | Florals: Anne Coke Flowers and Events | Hair: J. Davis Salon (Autumn) | Catering: Bubba-N-Franks Smoke House | Cake: Smithfield Bakery

And special thanks to Brianna Cristine Photography for helping with this special day!

Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Wedding ceremony
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Golf course bride and groom
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Golf course bride and groom
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits
Intimate Military Elopement | Smithfield, Virginia Wedding | Bride and groom portraits

Maria Grace Photography

My name is Maria, and I am a wedding and family photographer based out of Hampton Roads, Virginia, but I am always excited about traveling. I love families who truly enjoy spending time with each other and living life together. I love couples that are looking forward to their wedding day because they are so excited to finally be married to.