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This couple definitely affirms that I have finally reached my ideal client. Stef and Mark are basically the exact people I would choose to photograph all day long. They’re goofy, super in love and have two cats. What more could you ask for!? When planning their engagement session, we considered a bunch of locations but eventually settled on Bear’s Den.

November 24, 2017

Bluemont Virginia Engagement Photos | Bear’s Den Session | Stef and Mark

This shoot has been in my mind for years now. Ben and I considered having a Halloween wedding where all guests must come in costume! Since his brother got hitched in October, we decided on a traditional spring wedding. But what are styled shoots if not a fictional wedding you wish you had?!

October 31, 2017

Polegreen Church Wedding | Richmond Wedding Photographer | Halloween Wedding Inspiration

I cannot say enough about this couple right here. They are kind, caring and fun-loving people who genuinely care about everyone around them. The first thing that happened when I showed up to this wedding was Caroline giving both me and Jenny (the planner) matching gifts! I am currently rocking my custom Kir2ben hat while writing this post!

October 26, 2017

Rustic Virginia Wedding | Windsor Castle Park Smithfield Virginia | Caroline and Bryce

Well, it FINALLY happened… I got to shoot a carnival engagement! Words cannot express my excitement! I was so thrilled that Sky & Dallen were up for something different. It really felt just like a fun evening at the fair together. I have been obsessed with shooting at a carnival since I was a teenager. I always loved the South Florida Fair growing up and after seeing the Notebook, I was determined to one day capture love at a fair.

October 24, 2017

Virginia Carnival Engagement | Northern Virginia Wedding Photographer | Sky and Dallen

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

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

“I’ll never forget the first time Ryan came to visit. After a weekend of hanging out, we were all sitting on the couch in my apartment when Alison got up to go get something from the kitchen. Without really thinking, Ryan blurted out.. ‘Oh man, I am so freakin in love with your best friend.’

June 12, 2017

Classic Virginia Hotel Wedding | Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner | Alison and Ryan