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Anna Filly Photography

Anna Filly Photography

Roanoke, Virginia Wedding Photographer specializing in timeless wedding, engagement and lifestyle photos.

A Dauphin Island Engagement Session at Sunrise | Leah + Justin

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leahjustinengagement_0033Some places hold the meaning to the most valuable moments for our hearts.  We can arrive somewhere, and instantly a wave of emotion hits and washes over us.  For Leah & Justin, that place is Dauphin Island.  Dauphin Island is a place they both hold near and dear to their hearts.  For, it was there, along the beaches of Alabama, that these two met and fell in love.  Their story, just like their love– is beautifully unique.  It didn’t start at love at first sight, no.  In fact, it started with Justin believing that Leah wanted nothing to do with him!  Luckily, though, love always wins, and seven months after they met, Justin made the bold move of pursuing this gorgeous girl, and their relationship began right here, on these beaches.  After a year of adventures, exploring and getting to know each other, Justin asked Leah to be his forever.  Of course, he chose their most special place to ask that most special question.  At the same beach house where their relationship began, Justin and Leah got engaged, and now, a year after that, in March 2017 these two are getting MARRIED!

Justin & Leah woke up before the sun and met me on the beautiful beaches that have been the canvas to their love story these last few years.  I HAVE to brag on them when I say that it was SO early– but their joy was still as bright as ever during their sesssion.  Sun rise sessions are a favorite of mine, and these two made me love them all the more!!

leahjustinengagement_0005leahjustinengagement_0037Before the sun even rose, we were photographing the most gorgeous of sights….leahjustinengagement_0006leahjustinengagement_0022leahjustinengagement_0002leahjustinengagement_0054  That morning light was so dreamy!!leahjustinengagement_0050leahjustinengagement_0065leahjustinengagement_0053 leahjustinengagement_0071 leahjustinengagement_0010 leahjustinengagement_0009leahjustinengagement_0003leahjustinengagement_0051 leahjustinengagement_0066 I can’t get over this ring and how it caught the light!!leahjustinengagement_0067leahjustinengagement_0008Leah…. my friend, you are GORGEOUS!leahjustinengagement_0035leahjustinengagement_0012leahjustinengagement_0016leahjustinengagement_0059Look at Justin!!  Such a handsome groom-to-be!!!leahjustinengagement_0017leahjustinengagement_0036leahjustinengagement_0018 leahjustinengagement_0052You both are timelesss….leahjustinengagement_0015leahjustinengagement_0011leahjustinengagement_0036leahjustinengagement_0061leahjustinengagement_0021That light!! And Leah’s laugh!!leahjustinengagement_0056leahjustinengagement_0027leahjustinengagement_0038leahjustinengagement_0023leahjustinengagement_0034leahjustinengagement_0029leahjustinengagement_0057STUNNING!!!!leahjustinengagement_0024leahjustinengagement_0033leahjustinengagement_0019<3 <3leahjustinengagement_0026leahjustinengagement_0060leahjustinengagement_0062leahjustinengagement_0024YOU TWO!!! ahh!!!  So pretty!!leahjustinengagement_0058leahjustinengagement_0055leahjustinengagement_0063Leah– you’re a pro at that model face!!leahjustinengagement_0031One thing I LOVE about my couples, is the ability to showcase their personality.  Now, if you’re from Alabama, or a fan of college football, you’ll understand the depth of this– but Leah is an Auburn fan, and Justin is an Alabama fan!!!!!!  They both love their teams and wanted to showcase their “rivalry” in their session!!!  SO fun!!leahjustinengagement_0041leahjustinengagement_0046How cute are they?!leahjustinengagement_0068leahjustinengagement_0040 leahjustinengagement_0048leahjustinengagement_0047LOVE !leahjustinengagement_0069leahjustinengagement_0039leahjustinengagement_0049So fun 🙂leahjustinengagement_0043  leahjustinengagement_0045   leahjustinengagement_0042You both are perfect!!leahjustinengagement_0044    Happy Monday!!!!!

xoxo

AnnaFilly

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Hi there! I’m Anna Filly, a Wedding & Portrait photographer in the sweet, deep South. I love hosting dinner parties, sparkling water, & magnifying love through the art of photography. I have a slight obsession with fresh cut flowers, ice cream is my guilty pleasure & crinkling nose laughter is my muse. Grab something sweet & browse the site! I’m so glad you’re here.

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The most darling couple on the dreariest day. 30 m The most darling couple on the dreariest day. 30 minutes of “light sprinkles” of rain, a family home & a dress from Poland. What a sweet session capturing Olivia & Andrew !
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I am a momma of four little ones. Four little live I am a momma of four little ones. Four little lives look to me for comfort, direction & love. It’s the most magical calling. My days are filled with play & discovery & my nights are filled with feedings, reassurances & sleeplessness. I have struggled so much with balance in this season. Is the work/motherhood balance ever perfect ? (Asking for a friend 🙋🏻‍♀️). One thing raising four little kiddos ages 3 & under has taught me is that it all goes by waaaaay to quickly. This season won’t last forever. It won’t be long before Judah starts grade school & Lina starts to walk. Before I know it ,our foster son will be joining a sports team & our foster daughter will crawling. 
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The most meaningful moments are found in what seems to be the most mundane.  Knowing my kids, loving them & growing with them means I must forsake all else & just be with them. To me, that’s what matters most about being a mommy. Letting go of expectations, people pleasing & perfection is the key. 
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I love this season. It’s grown me leaps & bounds. It is such an honor. It’s a joy to be called “mommy”. I have incredible women who have raised me & walked along side me throughout my life. I am so grateful for each of them & all they have taught me. I’m grateful for my foster children’s birth mom. She’s such a beautiful human ! I’m in awe of the moms that I get to do life with & they ways they love their families.  Motherhood is hard & wonderful, selfless & humbling. I have never been more grateful for this little life 🤍
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And to the women yearning to be mommas, I see you. I have been in your shoes. Your yearning is not in vain. And to the ladies broken by their lack of a mother, I love you. You are not alone 🤍
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Cait & Brad celebrated their love with their most favorite people in Richmond, Virginia. Bright colors, tender moments & JOY echoed in every detail of their wedding day. It was so much fun capturing them !! 
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I got home at 2am but by golly it was worth it !! 
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Aren’t they cute ?!
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Today is gonna be a good day ✨ Congrats to Brad Today is gonna be a good day ✨ Congrats to Brad & Cait on their gorgeous wedding day !! #AnnaFillyPhotography #AnnaFillyBrides
And just like that, we became a family of six. ✨ And just like that, we became a family of six. ✨
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These last two weeks have held so much for our little family. One day I will share all that has happened & I will ooo and ahh over the ways the Lord has been ever faithful. 
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But for now, I will say this: God is gracious & kind. Our family is thrilled to welcome our foster son’s littlest sister into our home. This sweet baby was born one week ago today. I got to be in the delivery room with her momma & cheer her on as she brought this precious baby into the world. She’s so lovely. She looks just like her brother did when he was first born ! The resemblance is breathtaking. 
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Our family is so grateful for these birth parents, for this new life & that our journey with them gets to continue. Foster care is hard, but it is beautiful. I will never stop praising Jesus for asking us to trust him in this way. It has been one of our greatest journeys.
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And in case you’re doing the math, we have four kids, three and under (3, 13 months, 9 months & a newborn) living under one roof 😉
When your bestie finds the love of her life, she s When your bestie finds the love of her life, she sparkles ✨🤍

Karley has been by my side for twenty years. Countless sleepovers, memories & adventures have been woven together to create our sweet friendship. She is the first to pack a bag & be on a plane before you can even ask where she’s going. She’s a snuggle bug, a deep feeler & has the most beautiful appreciation for meaningful things. I love that about her. She has a zeal for whimsy & loves to experience the fullness of life.

Then came Matthew, the kind, well grounded man who swept her off of her feet. Matthew is hospitable, thoughtful, warm & fun. He’s the first to hug you & feed you, offering you company & conversation as you sit at his table.

When Karley fell in love with Matthew, all of her friends did too because he let Karley be exactly who she was, & somehow she became better.

Their friendship has blessed Dave & I so much. I am thrilled to celebrate this season of engagement with them. Soon & very soon these two will be married. You better believe I’ll be laughing & crying that whole entire day !! #annafillybrides
A precious bundle of joy was welcomed into the Wex A precious bundle of joy was welcomed into the Wexler home this month. Little Jack is a dream, with the sweetest temperament. His big brothers are so tender with him & it is such a treasure to capture this family.

Photographing fresh babies never gets old 🤍

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When searching for a wedding photographer never be When searching for a wedding photographer never be afraid to ask for a peek into a full wedding gallery. SO many beautiful details and moments can be found when you look through a wedding day as a whole.  Plus, you get a better idea as to the photographic style & personality of the photographer!

Melanie & Matthew’s wedding day was captured in Point Clear, Alabama at the Grand Hotel. What a beautiful, stunning day full of captivating details & precious moments.

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Merry Christmas !! It’s so crazy to think that t Merry Christmas !! It’s so crazy to think that this time last year we were a family of three and now we are a family of FIVE ! Gods goodness never runs out. Wishing you the most magical holiday with those you love most ✨🥰🎄

A huge thank you to @kaylanchisholmphotography for these beautiful images 🫶🏻

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