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Oh Lincoln Memorial sunrise engagement sessions, how I love thee. This light and this location may never get old. Ashley and Will were my first couple ever to do have photos taken at the Lincoln and Jefferson Monuments in one session. I was surprised at how easy the transition was!

October 11, 2017

Lincoln Memorial Engagement Session | DC Wedding Photographer | Ashley and Will

Every year, I have couples ask me where to tie the knot! To try to help out, I decided to make a list about the Best DC Wedding Locations and it was such a hit that I decided to turn it into a little series

October 9, 2017

Northern Virginia Wedding Venues | Best Virginia Wedding Venues | Classic Virginia Weddings

Who else is sick of white wedding dresses!? Ok, ok, there is nothing wrong with a classic.. but what about a vow renewal dress? Or maybe you want to depart from the traditional wedding dress and rock something a little more funky to your wedding day.

October 5, 2017

Germana Wedding Inspiration | Black Wedding Dress | Alternative Wedding Dress | Cecillia Lin

Not only is this one of my favorite sessions of all time, this is one of my favorite couples of all time! The second I met these two for beers, we felt like old friends. Daniel gets my obscure Mad Men references & Lauren is a hilarious tattooed goddess. We snuck around DC’s best garden, Dumbarton Oaks, right before they closed the doors for renovation until 2018!

September 5, 2017

Dumbarton Oaks Engagement | DC Fine Art Photographer | Lauren and Daniel

In the field of photography, there are heaps of learning opportunities to choose from. There is no shortage of educational experiences ranging from one-on-one mentoring to huge auditorium filled conferences. But how are you to know where to spend your time and money? Here are five questions to consider when selecting your educational experience. 

August 24, 2017

Conferences, Workshops and Mentoring | How to Find the Right Fit | Photographers’ Education

This couple definitely embodies my ideal clientele. They are a “true, authentic couple” and I was honored to be a part of their day. Amy and Craig said “I do” and broke the glass at an intimate wedding ceremony at the Woodend Nature Sanctuary  this July! Also known as the Audubon Naturalist Society, this wedding venue is perfect for a couple that loves the outdoors. Given that Amy & Craig are active hikers, runners and bikers, this location was a no brainer! 

August 24, 2017

Woodend Sanctuary Wedding | Maryland Summer Wedding | Amy and Craig

I adored working with Naghmeh and Saman on their wedding day. Both the bride and groom knew the value of an authentic wedding. They also completely trusted me to capture their special day to the best of my abilities. The first shot featured here is actually taken in a parking lot during golden hour! Who would have guessed!

July 20, 2017

River Creek Club Wedding | Northern Virginia Wedding | Naghmeh and Saman

Abby and Mike are a darling couple. Abby has a smile that is so contagious which is fabulous because Mike always seems t be the one to bring it out of her! We met for their engagement session in Purcellville, Virginia. Abby’s parents have an incredibly charming house with amazing views! We got to snap these photos right before the rain rolled in over the mountains… and what perfect timing with Abby’s hair trial!

June 5, 2017

Purcellville Engagement | Virginia Wedding Photographer | Abby and Mike

Well, we did it! We made it one full year as a married couple. Although we have known each other for about a decade and have been together for 6 years, there is something so special about the first year of marriage. I really do feel like Ben and I work as a team, sometimes to a fault.

May 12, 2017

In Home Session | One Year Married | Personal Post

Lauren & Robbie were probably my favorite wedding of the year. Not only because they were the sweetest, most genuine couple to work with but also because they fed into my Halloween obsession. If I could plan a wedding to photograph, this would have been it. I was obsessed with every last detail from their back story down to their décor choices. 

December 10, 2016

Murray Hill Wedding | A New Muse | Lauren & Robbie