Mattie Wezah

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I find great joy in creating and capturing connection and beauty wherever I go.
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Mini Session vs. Full Family Session

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Photo Tips & Events

Hey there, friends! If you’re a family in Williamsburg, VA, and you’re looking to capture some memories, you might be wondering whether to book a mini session or go all in with a full family session. Let’s chat about the differences and why I’m leaning toward the full session for your family! What’s the Deal […]

Photographing Milestones: From Preschool Graduation to 1st Day of 5th Grade

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Personal

As a wedding photographer, I’m usually sharing beautiful weddings and fun engagement blogs. But today, I’m excited to share a few images of my adorable boys! I found myself photographing milestones recently that were more emotional than I realized – Ezra’s preschool graduation and Noah’s first day of fifth grade. Every year, these moments offer […]

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Family Mini Sessions

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Families & Seniors

What beautiful fall weather for family mini sessions in Colonial Williamsburg!

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Fall Family Photos in Williamsburg, VA

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Families & Seniors

I just LOVE fall family photos in Williamsburg! <3. Yes, my favorite season has arrived, and it’s the perfect time to schedule fall family photos in time for Thanksgiving or Christmas cards! When Irma reached out to me to schedule a family session, I wasn’t sure if we would have hot or cool weather since […]

Family Mini Session by the James River

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Families & Seniors

What a fun family mini session by the James River to announce baby number 2 on the way!

Maine Family Vacation

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We had such a fun Maine family vacation with our kiddos and family friends! We biked, hiked, explored and ate our way through Acadia and Bar Harbor 🙂

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Family Photos at Chickahominy Riverfront Park

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Families & Seniors

family enjoys walking and laughing for outdoor family photos at Chickahominy Riverfront Park

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Senior Mini Session

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Families & Seniors

Beautiful evening on the James River for Mary’s senior mini session

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Spring Family Photos in Williamsburg

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Families & Seniors

Williamsburg is a gorgeous location for your spring family photos! From the flowers in CW to the crisp greens around town, let’s connect!

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Yorktown Beach – My Photography Journey

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Wondering more about Mattie Wezah’s photography story? Here’s a little more about how my little business came about 🙂

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A Sunrise Family Session at Jamestown Beach

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Families & Seniors

A Jamestown Beach sunrise session by your family photographer in Williamsburg, VA

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Back to School Pictures

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I can’t believe it’s already time for back to school pictures! Let’s be honest, MORNINGS ARE HARD!!! Add kids and trying to get ready for the first day back, I’m just happy I got a few pictures. It was a super humid (somewhat foggy) morning, and we enjoyed snapping a few before jumping in the […]

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First Birthday Pictures with Cake Smash!

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Families & Seniors

I was SO excited to take Emma’s first birthday pictures. Her parents, Katelin and Jeremy, have been good friends of ours for years (Katelin was waiting for us in our apartment to help when we came home with our first baby, Noah). Katelin decided to bake a cake herself and pick up pink icing from […]

How to Prepare for Family Photos?

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Photo Tips & Events

If you’re wondering how to prepare for family photos, this blog is for you! I’d love to share my most common FAQs to help!

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When do you take senior pics?

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Families & Seniors

When do you take senior pics? In Williamsburg, VA, there are so many times of year that could work great for you!

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A Regal Maternity Session

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Mom-to-be in green dress for maternity photos in Colonial Williamsburg by your photographer for maternity

Family Portraits on your Williamsburg Vacation

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There are so many amazing things to do in this amazing town as you plan your Williamsburg vacation – Jamestown, Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, visiting beaches, biking the Capital Trail… the list truly goes on and on (I know, I’m biased, but I think Williamsburg is amazing)!  If your family has all traveled to be […]

Family portraits at College Creek in Williamsburg, VA

Beach Family Portraits in Williamsburg

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Fun family portrait session for candid images at the beach in Williamsburg, VA

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