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I decided to explore Ireland a bit before I taught abroad at the AMV workshop this year! My original plan for Ireland was to make it to the west coast. I wanted to see the Cliffs of Moher and Galway but the workshop I agreed to teach at was close tot he North coast… so […]

August 11, 2023

One Week in Ireland | Ireland Travel | Irish Wedding Planning | Personal Post

It finally happened, we made it to Japan. Ben and I have wanted to go since we got married but with the amount of time off it requires and COVID quarantine restrictions starting in 2020, it took us over 7 years to make this dream trip happen. That said, we had PLENTY of time to […]

May 12, 2023

Japan Vacation | Tokyo Travels | Personal Post

When a couple wants to bring their 3 dogs to an engagement session, you know I’m down! I had an absolute blast photographing these 5 and was so thankful this bride brought her momma along to help wrangle! I love the shades of blue in contrast with the grassy fields of the rolling hills! I […]

January 11, 2023

Manassas Battlefield Engagement | Virginia Engagement Inspiration | Katie and AJ

Not only do I adore these photos and location but I LOVE this couple! Allie is probably my biggest hype woman. We talk on Instagram probably every other day! We also have the same couple style. Any reason I can photograph in a garden is reason enough for me. I can’t wait for their River […]

January 11, 2023

Tudor Place Engagement Session | DC Garden Engagement Session | Georgetown Engagement Allie and Henry

Siobhan and Ryan wanted a field engagement session and I knew exactly where to take them. Their vision was tall grass and a sweeping landscape in Northern Virginia so I immediately thought of Manassas Battlefield. I love when the land dries to we can play around in the weeds. Here are my favorite images from […]

January 11, 2023

Manassas Battlefield Engagement Photos | Trendy VA Engagement Session | Siobhan and Ryan

It took us awhile to figure out where we wanted to do Paris and Tim’s engagement session but we finally landed on Capitol Hill near the Library of Congress. We started at sunrise and had the whole place to ourselves! I had the best time photographing Paris after having captured her sister’s engagement over a […]

January 10, 2023

Library of Congress Engagement Photos | Capitol Hill Engagement Pictures | Capitol Building Engagement | Paris and Tim

I just love the two looks to this engagement session. A classic DC formal affair and a romantic garden setting really give two distinct feels to these photos. R&C are such a timeless couple and I cannot wait to see their classic Virginia wedding unfold. Here are my favorite images from their Lincoln X Tudor […]

January 10, 2023

Tudor Place Historic House and Garden Engagement Photos | DC Garden Engagement Session | Rachel and Carsen

Have you ever seen a cuter engagement dress? Lauren not only has amazing style but this bride to be is a brilliant mind! I mean, a Dr. with legs like these?! Dustin is a lucky guy and he knows it. Such lovely pair that giggled all morning long. Congrats on your engagement! I’m sure your […]

January 8, 2023

Preppy DC Engagement Session | Stylish National Mall Engagement Session | Lauren and Dustin

Is there anything better than two brides? Amanda and Maria are getting officially married in Italy but this show stopping US celebration has them super ready for Europe! The design of this elopement and the European setting is to die for. Here are our favorite images from this darling afternoon! Vendors: Venue: Larz Anderson House […]

January 8, 2023

Anderson House Wedding | DC Same Sex Wedding | Luxury Society of the Cincinnati Wedding | Maria and Amanda

Ever want to know what you would look like as a bride? Welp, a bridal session is for you! Bridal sessions are a somewhat southern tradition but they’ve become more popular through the states. Izzy modeled 2 bridal looks at the Larz Anderson House this fall. Which is your favorite? Venue: Larz Anderson House @eventsatandersonhouseWorkshop […]

January 8, 2023

Larz Anderson House Bridal Portraits | DC Bridal Session at Anderson House | Lux DC Wedding Editorial