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Would you just look at these two!! Bridgette and Doug were pure magic at Goodstone Inn. These two braved the drive in the rain from Maryland to make this session happen. Bridgette had her hair trial earlier in the day so we figured what a better way to make the most out of a good hair day than to schedule photos afterwards!

August 20, 2018

Goodstone Inn Engagement Session | Virginia Wedding Photographer | Bridgette and Doug

Michelle contacted me a few weeks before this session; she and her fiancé Tommy had decided to elope and wanted to get married within the month. Just them, and officiant and me. We planned a time and location but these two just couldn’t wait! In true elopement fashion, they went down to the Fairfax Courthouse and tied the knot before this photo session even took place! They chose Bear’s Den because it represented them: they love the outdoors and are a super adventurous couple that needs no frills or pomp and circumstance of a traditional wedding.

July 21, 2018

Bears Den Elopement | Northern Virginia Wedding Photographer | Michelle and Tommy

I had the absolute BEST morning with Emily & Nima. The two were a bit nervous at first because they had never had their portraits professionally done but, I must say, they did EXCELLENTLY! I think the champagne helped a bit 😉 We decided to snap sunrise engagement portraits at the Jefferson memorial. This was actually AFTER peak bloom and most of the cherry blossoms had died but we got lucky with one tree and crab apple blooms! 

June 6, 2018

District of Columbia Cherry Blossom Engagement | DC Wedding Photographer | Emily and Nima

 
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You may not believe it but this is the SECOND puppy announcement shoot I have done in my career. Some might think that hiring a professional photographer for your pet is “extra” but actually I think it celebrates some of the best moments in your everyday life! Pets (especially doggos) become such a huge part of your family that I think it is sweet to commemorate their childhood with some quality images! 

March 13, 2018

DC Lifestyle Shoot | Puppy Announcement Photos | Cale and Lori

Tory & Isaac met through mutual friends who stood by their sides as best man and matron of honor at their July wedding at the DC Arts Club. Their intimate city wedding was supposed to be nothing but rain all day but all we saw were tiny droplets here and there. It barely sprinkled on our Lincoln memorial parade as we walked with clear umbrellas in hand.

February 19, 2018

Arts Club of DC Wedding | Lincoln Memorial Wedding | DC Wedding Photographer | Tory and Isaac

When I first Skyped with Ashley & Michael, the first thing I heard was their pupper in the background! You know I am immediately going to love a couple that loves animals as much as I do! Ashley and Michael will be tying the knot in October on a plot of stunning Virginia family land.

February 5, 2018

Bear’s Den Engagement | Northern Virginia Wedding Photographer | Ashley and Michael

It’s our second Christmas as husband and wife and good news… we’re still married! This year has been filled with travels, family time and good old fashion couch time.

December 24, 2017

Washington DC Wedding Photographer | Merry Christmas From the Tubens

Courtney and Eddie are two people who just deserve to be married. Because of Eddie’s commitment to our country, these two have put miles on their relationship. They have Skyped and bought expensive plane tickets for years all over the states including Florida, DC and now finally are settled in their new home in North Carolina. 

December 23, 2017

United States Naval Academy Wedding | USNA Wedding | Annapolis Wedding Photographer | Courtney and Eddie

I had the most wonderful morning in the city with Melissa and Calvin. After tons of location chatting, we decided to take a few snaps at the Capitol & Union Station! These two have lived all over so I loved that they chose locations that represented their new home together in DC!

December 20, 2017

Union Station Engagement | DC Wedding Photographer | Melissa and Calvin

Every year I get couples asking me heaps of questions about their engagement session! So, I decided to turn your FAQs into a little blog post! Here are my best tips & tricks for having your best engagement session

December 14, 2017

Washington DC Engagement Photos | Engagement Session Tips and Tricks | District of Columbia Wedding Photographer