Tara-Leigh Photography

Tara-Leigh Photography • Portrait & Wedding Photography •
• Warm, Natural, Authentic Storytelling •
• Waverly, VA •

My Momma used to tell me, "you can't make new old friends" and I didn't understand it back then.I have known Emily since...
05/12/2026

My Momma used to tell me, "you can't make new old friends" and I didn't understand it back then.

I have known Emily since middle school, and you know life does what life does so we don't get to get together as much as we would like - but when we do - its like no time has passed.

Emily was always meant to be a mama. You can see it in the way she loves on her babies and how naturally they melt into her. And those kids are just the sweetest — full of personality, cuddles, and so much energy.

And Adam… the way he looks at all of them says everything. You can tell how much he loves his family without him even having to say a word.

Emily Cantwell

Moms are so often the ones making the magic, the ones behind the camera, holding tiny hands, fixing collars & wiping te...
05/10/2026

Moms are so often the ones making the magic, the ones behind the camera, holding tiny hands, fixing collars & wiping tears, that they forget to be IN the magic they created. 💛

This Mother’s Day, I hope you take a moment to step into the magic too. Your kids won't remember if the house was messy, your hair wasn’t perfect, or if everyone wasn’t “cooperating.” They’ll care that you were there.

Photos become heirlooms faster than we realize.

To all the mothers, grandmothers, bonus moms, and mother figures — thank you for the love you pour into your families every single day.

Happy Mother’s Day 🌷

Ten years—that’s truly something worth celebrating.And that’s exactly what Loren and Jacob did. Quietly and intimately, ...
05/06/2026

Ten years—that’s truly something worth celebrating.

And that’s exactly what Loren and Jacob did. Quietly and intimately, on the beach, they renewed their vows to one another.

I’ve known Loren since high school, so getting to witness her and Jacob recommit to each other was incredibly special.

Last week I had the privilege to fly across the country to capture something truly special, and a first for me —a weddin...
04/28/2026

Last week I had the privilege to fly across the country to capture something truly special, and a first for me —a wedding aboard a ferry, surrounded by open water and the Seattle skyline and to witness the kind of love that feels as endless as the horizon.

There’s something magical about saying “I do” while drifting between places… like the start of a whole new journey in every sense.

These two are the sweetest souls—together since their college days, moved thousands of miles together, and just truly love each other to their bones. Getting to witness the beginning of their happily ever after - out on the water was something I won’t forget. 💙

Katie Mazurowski

I just love these two—they’re absolutely precious together, and the laughter never stops!And talk about a love story… th...
04/26/2026

I just love these two—they’re absolutely precious together, and the laughter never stops!

And talk about a love story… these two met at a music festival, felt an instant spark, and he ended up moving across the country for her. If that’s not meant to be, I don’t know what is.

I can’t wait to celebrate them at their June wedding! 💛

🎓✨ Tiny grads, big dreams! ✨🎓I had some of the sweetest little scholars come visit me. They are celebrating BIG mileston...
04/24/2026

🎓✨ Tiny grads, big dreams! ✨🎓

I had some of the sweetest little scholars come visit me. They are celebrating BIG milestones this year. They brought with them the biggest smiles, and so much personality! I can't wait to see what the future holds for them!

& Thanks to Kurve Fitness LLC for hosting me!!

Chelsey Barbour
Cheyenne Barbee
Holly Dunn
Melissa Bishop
Alessandra Landry

This couple recognized how special Wolosuk Farms is from an Airbnb listing—and it’s since become such a meaningful part...
04/22/2026

This couple recognized how special Wolosuk Farms is from an Airbnb listing—and it’s since become such a meaningful part of their story. From getting engaged on the hill, to capturing their engagement photos here, to saying “I do” this fall… it’s been such a beautiful journey to be a part of.

They were an absolute joy to work with, and their photos? Honestly, they look like an album cover—effortless, romantic, and full of personality.

I already know their wedding day is going to be full of glitter & shine, and be more than worth the drive from NJ for all their friends and family. ✨

Just know - when I ask you to do odd things - I am going to be right there with you, wading into the pond, being lifted ...
04/20/2026

Just know - when I ask you to do odd things - I am going to be right there with you, wading into the pond, being lifted up by a tractor for the perfect shot. I am in it with you - promise!

Can't wait to share these pictures!

Jessica Moser / Wolosuk Farms - was on it with the behind scenes photos too!

Put me in coach, I am ready to play..... ⚾️💙Waverly Ruritan Baseball photo day is hands down one of my favorite days! No...
04/19/2026

Put me in coach, I am ready to play..... ⚾️💙

Waverly Ruritan Baseball photo day is hands down one of my favorite days!

Not only do we have the cutest darn kids - but they really bring it on photo day - all the sass and attitude. It really gives MLB media day, with a dash of banana ball!

Nanny Plum
Ashley Carter Stainback
Chelsey Barbour
Sistah Byg Bone
Taylor Hileman
Earicka Stith
Tee Thomas

Saturday was the kind of day you hope every wedding feels like—easy, joyful, and completely true to who they are. No fus...
04/10/2026

Saturday was the kind of day you hope every wedding feels like—easy, joyful, and completely true to who they are. No fuss, no stress—just a beautiful bride and a groom who looks at her like she’s his whole world.

Every detail was planned, their closest friends and family were there — but none of it outweighed the simple, quiet intention behind it all: they just wanted to be married.

You could feel it in everything—the ease, the laughter, the way he instinctively reached for her hand, the way she melted into him.

This is what it’s all about. Honest love. No performance. Just two people, completely certain. 🤍

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