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Olivia Diane

Sep 10, 2018
1 min

Beckner Family - Downtown Roanoke

For this fun family session, Mel and I met with the Beckner family on Market Street in Historic Downtown Roanoke, Virginia. We had a great time exploring the heart of Roanoke and all it's iconic highlights, including: Center in the Square, Century Park Plaza's Old Firehouse, The infamous Texas Tavern restaurant, and all of Roanoke's iconic, vintage signs like Dr. Pepper & Uneeda Biscuit! It was quickly very clear to us that this family is full of love for one another. We had

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Olivia Diane

Aug 2, 2018
1 min

Dominic Kenneth - Newborn Session

Today we are celebrating baby Dominic Kenneth! Our good friends, Brian & Krista Yoder welcomed their sweet baby boy on May 26th, 2018, weighing in at 7lb 2oz! He came a little earlier than we all expected, but we were just as excited to meet him as he was to come into the world! This little guy couldn't be more loved by his parents, family and friends. I know that he will be raised to love the Lord, and have a heart of gold, like his mama & daddy. Congratulations on your litt

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Olivia Diane

Jul 1, 2018
1 min

Tyler Layman & Molly Massey

For Tyler & Molly's session, we went on an adventure by the river at Waid Park. We celebrated Tyler's new job as a football coach and Molly's upcoming career as a teacher with some fun props and lots of laughter. We also waded in the river to cool off, and their pup, Piper joined in on the photo fun too! Later they whipped out a picnic blanket, and enjoyed a cold drink in the shade! It was the perfect summer session, and these two really brought it all to life with their ligh

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Charlottesville - Travel Blog
UVA, Carter Mountain, IX Art Park

Olivia Diane

May 21, 2018
2 min

Charlottesville - Travel Blog UVA, Carter Mountain, IX Art Park

This weekend I got together with my friend, Heather, who recently traveled down for a visit from her home in Hyderabad, India. On Friday, we made a road trip to Charlottesville to visit our long-time college friend, Vi, at UVA. Vi is currently working on her PhD and doing research and design on a very special bottle for babies born with cleft palate. You can read about her outstanding work, here! Heather, moved to India last year with her husband, Tony, where they work for Gl

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Olivia Diane

May 16, 2018
1 min

Matt & Bri Carvins Cove Engagement

Matt Swarm & Bri Eades met up with me at Carvins Cove in Roanoke, Virginia for this stunning sunset session by the water. We were just in time to catch the last little bit of light as it faded behind the Blue Ridge Mountains, bordering the cove. This playful couple didn't hesitate when I asked if they would be willing to wade in the lake for some photos! I love it when I get to work with adventurous couples who are full of love and laughter, and have a bit of a wild side! The

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Olivia Diane

May 15, 2018
1 min

Adaline & Kosal - Sunrise Session

Waking up at 5:00am has never been more worth it! For Adaline & Kosal's sunrise session, we set up camp in the open fields and watched the sun rise over the Blue Ridge Mountains. The weather was perfect and we had a blast exploring, and watching as the sky lit up like a firework with the rising sun. Afterwards, we included Henry, the cutest little bunny ever, for some photos with the couple! Thanks for waking up early and being adventurous with me, Adaline & Kosal! #adalineho

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Kara & Jonathan
Downtown Roanoke Engagement

Olivia Diane

May 14, 2018
1 min

Kara & Jonathan Downtown Roanoke Engagement

For Kara and Jonathan's engagement session, we explored Downtown Roanoke's iconic spots, including: the Taubman Art Museum, Hotel Roanoke, and Roanoke's classic Dr. Pepper and H&C Coffee Neons! They made my job easy by being naturals in front of the camera, and we shared lots of laughs as we stolled around town snapping fun shots. I can't wait for these two to tie the knot in June! Congratulation Kara & Jonathan! One more month until you say" I do!" #karafaber #jonathanmurphy

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Jessica & Drannon - Chateau Morrisette
Engagement Session, 2018

Olivia Diane

May 11, 2018
1 min

Jessica & Drannon - Chateau Morrisette Engagement Session, 2018

It was a gorgeous day on the Blue Ridge Mountains for Jessica and Drannon's engagement session at Chateau Morrisette! This gorgeous winery and restaurant rests in the mountain peaks, surrounded by breath-taking views. Jessica and Drannon are the sweestest couple, and we had a blast exploring the grounds of their 2019 wedding venue! The couple also brought along their fur-baby, Reese, for some photos! Reese did a great job, and was thrilled to come exploring with us and get so

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Olivia Diane

May 6, 2018
1 min

Emily Smith - Business Portraits

Need professional headshots? You're in the right place! It was great to meet up with Emily for a quick, 30 minute session to grab some professional portraits for her business portfolio! Needless to say, this classy business woman rocked her session. #businessportraits #professional #roanokebusiness #businesswomenofvirginia #headshots #roanokephotography #roanokephotographer #emilysmith #hotelroanoke #downtownroanoke

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Olivia Diane

May 5, 2018
1 min

Fitzgerald Family - Spring Mini Session

It was great to see this family of five again! Baby Avalyn has grow so much since their last session, in 2017! She had the cutest little curls, and an adorable outfit to match her mama's. The boys looks dapper in their blue & khakis along with their dad. For this session, we explored the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center grounds for some fun family portraits! #family #fitzgerald #minisession #hotelroanoke #roanokephotographer #familyphotography #familyphotographer #brothersan

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Kimber Rae's 1st Birthday - Fairy Stone Park

Olivia Diane

Apr 27, 2018
1 min

Kimber Rae's 1st Birthday - Fairy Stone Park

It's party time!! For this event session, I photographed Kimber Rae Thomas' first birthday at Fairy Stone Park, Virginia. I can't believe how fast this little lady is growing up! She is the sweetest little thing, with a smile that will melt your heart! Her pretty, pink birthday theme was aboslute perfection, and she had a blast opening presents and smashing her delishious pink birthday cake! Surrounded by family and friends, I would say that this baby's first birthday was a s

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Ellie & Raistlin - Downtown Roanoke -2018

Olivia Diane

Apr 24, 2018
1 min

Ellie & Raistlin - Downtown Roanoke -2018

For Ellie and Raistlin's session, we strolled downtown and explored the perimeter of the First Presbyterian Church in Roanoke, Virginia. These two love birds couldn't be more perfect together! Gorgeous, pink cherry blossoms created a romantic, petal dusted path under the canopy of ivy & fir on the church grounds. It couldn't have been a more perfect evening for a session with this lovely pair. ##elliejo #raistlin #couple #downtownroanoke #firstpresbyterianchurch #roanokevirgi

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Cassie & Andy - Engagement - Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center

Olivia Diane

Mar 10, 2018
1 min

Cassie & Andy - Engagement - Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center

I met with Cassie & Andy for their mini engagement session at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center on an unusually warm and sunny January evening! The lights had just been lit in the Hotel's historical magnolia, and we had fun exploring the grounds and sharing laughs along the way. Congratulations, Cassie & Andy! Here's to a bright future ahead~* #oncloudcline #andycline #cassiemann #engaged #engagement #engagementphotos #engagementsession #roanokeengagement #roanokephotogra

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Jamison Family - The Rooftop Penthouse at Center in the Square - 2018

Olivia Diane

Mar 3, 2018
1 min

Jamison Family - The Rooftop Penthouse at Center in the Square - 2018

For this fun, family session, we explored The Rooftop Penthouse at Center in the Square, in Downtown Roanoke, Virginia! Gorgeous views of the city stretched out as far as the eye could see, the Blue Ridge Mountains setting the border of our little star city. We shared lots of laughter and I caught lots of sweet candid moments between this very special family of five! I couldn't get enough of how good the kids were in front of the camera. The best part, was their genuine smile

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The Hodges Family - Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center

Olivia Diane

Feb 25, 2018
1 min

The Hodges Family - Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center

Looking stylish in their warm, winter coats, the Hodges family came together for photos at the Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center! We got cozy for some portraits outside on the bridge, and explored the perimeter of the hotel. Then, we made our way indoors to get warmed up and relax in the hotel's regal lounge. I had a blast working with this sweet family, and loved revisiting the hotel where I was married! #hodgesfamily #hodges #hotelroanoke #hotelroanokephotography #roanoke

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Medrith & Roger Rakes Patrick Henry Ballroom Wedding, 2018

Olivia Diane

Feb 24, 2018
1 min

Medrith & Roger Rakes Patrick Henry Ballroom Wedding, 2018

Roger and Medrith's intimate wedding at the Patrick Henry Ballroom was filled with smiles and happy tears, as their families joined together to celebrate the unity of these two special souls. It couldn't be more clear that these two families were meant to be one! To commemorate the day, the couple came together with their children and grandchild to perform a special sand ceremony. It was a beautiful moment, sealed with Roger & Medrith's vows as they were pronounced husband an

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Clint & Tonya Layman - Burnt Chimney Wedding, 2017

Olivia Diane

Feb 10, 2018
2 min

Clint & Tonya Layman - Burnt Chimney Wedding, 2017

Clint & Tonya, along with their family, made DIY history for their winter wedding this January! All of their decorations, food, desserts, and even their ceremony/reception space were homemade to perfection! I was dazzled by all of the twinkle lights that lit their entire ceremony and reception space, turning it into an indoor winter wonderland! Tonya looked absolutely stunning among the twinkling, snow-like lights in her wedding dress with beautiful crystal details. She bundl

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Olivia Diane

Feb 4, 2018
1 min

Colette Hodges - Snow Day, 2018

For the first snow this January, I met up with Colette to walk around the winter wonderland and take some photos while snow was still clinging to the trees. (Below GIF may take a while to generate.) #snowday #snow2018 #firstsnow #winterwonderland #winterphotography #styleshoot #lifestylephotography #winterfashion #roanokephotography #roanokephotographer

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Caleb & Kiana Kimball - Holiday Inn Wedding, 2017

Olivia Diane

Jan 28, 2018
1 min

Caleb & Kiana Kimball - Holiday Inn Wedding, 2017

Caleb Kimball & Kiana Shaffer met through college at Indiana Wesleyan University. They held their wedding ceremony at Kiana's family church in Roanoke, Virginia on December 30th, 2017. The First Wesleyan Church was filled with worship and included a candle lighting ceremony and communion as the couple celebrated the love of Christ with their friends and family. After their bubble exit at the church, they headed to the Holiday Inn for a reception full of delicious food, laught

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Olivia Diane

Aug 12, 2017
1 min

Ashley - Summer Daze - 2017

What could be more fun than running through a corn field, dancing in the rain, or twirling barefoot in a boho dress? The only other thing that beats it in my book, is running through a corn field in the rain taking photos of the girl in the boho dress! Always have a blast with this lovely lady~* #ashleyschneider #dancingintherain #styleshoot #selflove #summerrain #rain #rainyphotoshoot #roanokephotographer #callawayvirginia #cornfields #hats #boho #likefilm #country #photogra

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