Hi, there! We are Rowlands Photography - husband & wife wedding photography team for the low-key, authentic, head-over-heels couple in love. We are based in Hampton Roads, Virginia, but you can find us all along the east coast and beyond. Take a look at our past work get to know us. If you're a bride, be sure to check out our special "For Brides" blog series by searching by category below!
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Engagement Session Outfit Inspiration for Every Season One of the most popular questions we get after we book a couple for their wedding day photography is, “what do I wear to my engagement session?” Though Pinterest can offer ideas, sometimes we ourselves get a little overwhelmed with all of the many options available. After 4 […]
Aug 22, 2018
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What started off as a slightly overcast morning, quickly turned into a warm, summer day in September. Alyssa & Zack were just hours away from getting married and you could feel the nervous excitement fluttering around their rooms. The bride, groom and their wedding party got ready at the Founder’s Inn in Virginia Beach and it […]
Sep 25, 2016
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When we received an email from David saying that he wanted to surprise his girlfriend in a big way, we had no choice but to say yes. David and Sarah were planning a trip to Virginia Beach to get away for the weekend and David was planning to propose while on the trip. After some gentle […]
Sep 20, 2016
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When Emma mentioned to me that she wanted to do a Notebook-inspired, boat engagement session, I nearly jumped up and down in excitement. We hadn’t done a session on the water before and we were so excited to make it happen. We chose to meet at Newport News Park about an hour before sunset to […]
Sep 10, 2016
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Although they were calling for rain and heat, Ellie & Josh had some of the best weather of the month on their wedding day. Overcast skies gave just enough cloud coverage to keep the wedding party and guests cool as they witnessed Josh & Ellie exchange vows by the water. The Planter’s Club in Suffolk was […]
Sep 6, 2016
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After a brutally hot summer, Dani & Jim lucked out with the coolest day of August for their wedding day. The sun was out, but the breeze was just cool enough to keep us cool. It was truly such a beautiful day for this beautiful couple. The ceremony was held at Dani & Jim’s church, […]
Aug 26, 2016
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When we arrived at the Woman’s Club of Portsmouth, we could instantly feel the excitement. This day had been planned for months and months, and each decoration was intricately thought out down to the smallest of details. The day was finally here! Not only had it been a lengthy planning season, but Katelyn & Jimmy had been […]
Jul 27, 2016
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When we first met Ellie & Josh, we were captivated by the way they love each other. Sitting next to each other at our consultation, any time Josh spoke, Ellie would just smile at him. They are one of those couples that you can tell from the first time that you meet them that they […]
Jul 15, 2016
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There are few things in life we enjoy more than a great sunset and taking pictures of a beautiful couple. And contrary to what they said, Katelyn & Jimmy are naturals in front of the camera. In fact, they are magnetic. Katelyn is truly beautiful, but when she looks up at Jimmy, she lights up. We […]
Jun 1, 2016
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The highly coveted photographer’s paradise, “golden hour,” is so very real, and Alyssa & Zack’s session proves it. We met at Great Bridge Locks Park in Chesapeake, Virginia about an hour before the sun was scheduled to set and it was a win from the moment we starting shooting. We are so in LOVE with […]
May 28, 2016