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I love learning about all of the unique ways that my couples love one another. Stephanie and George both expressed that their love language is quality time. I knew that there was no better way to capture their relationship in its truest form than spending some quality time doing something that they already love to […]

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Engagements

Georgetown Winter Engagement Session

I love learning about all of the unique ways that my couples love one another. Stephanie and George both expressed that their love language is quality time. I knew that there was no better way to capture their relationship in its truest form than spending some quality time doing something that they already love to […]

Weddings

East Coast Garden Wedding

Cherilyn and Justin’s east coast garden wedding at Market at Grelen was an autumn dream come true. Their wedding was planned by The Evergreen Collective, and filled with beautiful fall decor against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Cherilyn’s lush bouquet and wedding florals were designed by Brousseau Events. She found her wedding dress […]

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Maryland Farm Wedding

Kathryn and Ryan love spending time together outside. Their fur-child, Finley is the light of their lives. In their free time they enjoy hiking, biking, and going on adventures together. There’s no better way to celebrate a love rooted in the great outdoors than a Maryland farm wedding. Kathryn and Ryan were married at Tusculum […]

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Weddings at Woodberry Kitchen

It’s easy to understand why selecting your wedding venue can be one of the most crucial decisions in your planning process. Choosing the right location to host your event can make or break your guest experience. Woodberry Kitchen is a historic event venue located in Baltimore, Maryland. Their James Beard award winning wedding food and […]

Engagements

Georgetown D.C. Engagement Photographer

Lindsay and Mike met on Hinge – a true pandemic love story! Their first date was socially distanced at a nearby park. Mike brought Italian takeout, and Lindsay came prepared with a purse full of beer. The rest is history. I’m so happy that they chose me as their Georgetown D.C. engagement photographer! These two […]

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Farm Rehearsal Dinner in Maryland

Kathryn and Ryan held their farm rehearsal dinner in Maryland at Tusculum Farm. These two love spending time in the great outdoors, usually accompanied by their dog, Finley. They were so excited to spend the weekend with their family and friends on the farm, they chose to host both their rehearsal dinner and their wedding […]

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Backyard Wedding in Charlottesville Virginia

Kelsey and Jeremy are vintage dealers, so it’s no surprise that their backyard wedding in Charlottesville, Virginia was as stylish and retro as they are. Filled with mid-century tables, antique church pews, and velvet lounge furniture vignettes, their wedding at home had layers of detail and charm. There’s no better way to have a one-of-a-kind […]

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What married couples want you to know before you register!

Designing your home together is such a fun feeling, but if you’re anything like me then you may feel a little lost or overwhelmed when it comes to putting together the best wedding registry! Let’s face it: one huge bonus of getting married (other than a lifelong partnership with your best friend) is being able […]

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Wedding Send-Offs: Should I Do a Faux Exit or a Real Exit from My Wedding?

As you move through the wedding planning process, there may be questions about your ceremony or reception that you had never considered before.  One (often overlooked!) planning question that I hear from my couples is “How do we handle a wedding send-off?” There are two main choices that, as a wedding photographer, I suggest to […]

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