Capturing Life’s
best moments
Capturing Life’s
best moments
KINSTLER PHOTOGRAPHY
Virginia Beach Wedding Photographer & Hampton Roads Portraits
Wedding Photography in Virginia Beach & Hampton Roads
Kinstler Photography is a Virginia Beach Wedding Photographer who also photographs weddings all over Hampton Roads, including Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, Richmond, and destinations beyond Hampton Roads. I strive to capture the best memories on your wedding day, especially the moments in between the moments. Weddings are such a beautiful part of life, and I consider it a pleasure to serve you on this momentous occasion.
What I Capture
From the emotional moments shared during your ceremony to the candid interactions throughout your reception, I focus on documenting the full story of your day. This includes details, portraits, candid moments, and everything in between – the images that will bring your wedding memories back to life for years to come.
Family Photography in Virginia Beach & Sandbridge
Family sessions with Kinstler Photography are relaxed, natural, and centered around the real moments that make your family who you are. Whether we’re exploring the shoreline in Sandbridge, wandering the trails at First Landing State Park, or photographing at one of the many beautiful spots featured on my Photography Locations page, your session will feel easy, fun, and true to your family.
Why Families Choose Me
Families appreciate the calm, guided experience I provide – one that keeps sessions stress‑free and focused on real interactions. I help with posing, location selection, and timing so you can simply enjoy being together while I capture the moments that feel authentic to your family.
You can learn more about how I approach these sessions on my Family Photography page, or explore my Investment page to see which portrait collection fits your needs.
Virginia Beach Engagement Sessions
Engagement portraits are a great way to capture the time you spend together before getting married, scheduled ideally within 1-2 months of getting engaged before the wedding planning takes over your schedules. I enjoy taking pictures of your candid moments together so that you can express yourselves and the love you have for each other.
Your Session Experience
Your engagement session is tailored around your personalities and the places that matter to you. Whether we’re photographing at the beach, in a park, or at a meaningful spot from your story, the experience is designed to feel effortless and enjoyable while capturing the connection you share.
Let Kinstler Photography capture who you are today as you begin your new lives together. Popular engagement locations include First Landing State Park, Town Center Virginia Beach, and the Chesapeake Arboretum.
Senior Portraits in Virginia Beach
Senior portraits should feel confident, authentic, and full of personality. I photograph seniors throughout Virginia Beach, Sandbridge, and the surrounding Hampton Roads area, using locations that highlight each student’s style such as the beaches, parks, gardens, and more. You’ll find several of my favorite spots listed on the Photography Locations page. Every session is designed to be relaxed and enjoyable, with plenty of guidance so you never feel unsure about posing or what to do next.
Locations & Options
From beaches and parks to urban spots and natural backdrops, there are plenty of locations that help showcase your personality. Sessions can be styled to match your interests, outfits, and vision – giving you a set of senior portraits that feel modern, confident, and authentically you.
You can explore recent sessions on the Senior Portraits page or visit the Investment page to review portrait options and choose the collection that fits your vision.
A few favorites from weddings, engagements, family session, and senior portraits across Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads.
FEATURED IMAGES
Ready to Work with Kinstler Photography?
Ready to Work with Kinstler Photography?
GET TO KNOW STEPHEN
Your Virginia Beach Photographer
Kinstler Photography is a professional Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads photographer specializing in weddings and on-location sessions. Since 2005, I’ve served Sandbridge, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Newport News, Hampton, Suffolk, Northeast North Carolina, and coastal destinations along the East Coast.
My style blends classic portraiture with natural photojournalism and a touch of creative abstraction—capturing genuine moments from your wedding day or portrait session that fill your home with life, laughter, and love.
“BRIDES-TO-BE, LOOK NO FURTHER! Stephen is attentive to detail, highly organized, incredibly talented, and has the hardest work ethic of a photographer I’ve ever seen! He ran around the beach in the scorching heat to make sure he caught every moment of our wedding day. We had a a blast looking through our photo gallery. We couldn’t recommend him more!”
Ariana & Jordan
“Stephen is an amazing photographer. His photos are breath taking but what sets him apart is his demeanor. He fit in like family at our wedding and for our 2nd shoot it was like hanging out with an old friend. His pricing was perfect but what we got from the experience is invaluable. Would recommend booking with him first chance you get so you don’t miss out!”
Erin & Vance
“Stephen is a dream to work with! As a bride I was so nervous choosing the right person to capture our day. I am so grateful for his talent and team! From beginning to end, from planning to the big day, EVERYTHING went perfectly smooth and I couldn’t have imagined our day without him. Highly recommend Kinstler photography! From one bride to another you can’t go wrong with Stephen! Thank you thank you thank you!!”
Brianna & Ricky
ARTICLES & STORIES
recent events
Town Center Engagement Portraits – Rachel & Javon
Virginia Beach Engagement Photographer Stephen Kinstler captured this gorgeous couple in the streets of Town Center.
Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church Wedding – Bethany & Ryan
A Heartfelt Ceremony at Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church Bethany and Ryan's wedding at Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church in Suffolk, VA, was a beautiful testament to their faith and love. The church's serene ambiance set the stage for
Flora Corner Farm Wedding – Hope & Ray
It was a gorgeous day for this Flora Corner Farm wedding. The sun was shining bright, my favorite kind of weather for an outdoor ceremony!