Choosing the perfect gift for your groomsmen can be a daunting task. Grooms often want to express their gratitude for their groomsmen’s support and companionship in a way that is both meaningful and practical. Gone are the days of generic gifts that collect dust on a shelf, or immature gifts that get a laugh once […]

Planning a wedding is no small feat, and one of the most significant decisions you’ll make is choosing the right wedding photographer. As a professional wedding photographer based in Northern Virginia, I can tell you that one of the most frequently overlooked aspects of a wedding package is often the second shooter. Many couples are […]

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and naturally, you want to look and feel your absolute best. In my experience as a wedding photographer, I know that brides who are confident in their own skin end up LOVING their wedding photos much easier than brides who feel self […]

You’ve planned everything for the last [insert length of your engagement] months or years! You’ve even narrowed down every aspect of your bridal style. This careful planning is why capturing bridal details photos is so important. Every piece you’ve chosen to complement your final look deserves its own spot in your gallery! It is a […]

Welcome to my journal post series, Snapshot! In each Snapshot post, I’ll break down my hot takes and advice about different aspects of the wedding day, as well as dive into my approach to capturing your memories during each one. From Getting Ready to the Final Exit, Snapshot gives you an insider’s view on how […]

As weddings become more personal to the couple, so should the gifts we give our bridesmaids. This list of thoughtful, classy bridesmaid gift ideas will hopefully inspire you to think outside the box. Let’s pour more time and money into finding something meaningful rather than something cliche and tacky that our sweet friends already have […]

There’s no doubt that being asked to be the maid of honor is an immense honor and responsibility. Whether the bride is your sister or best friend, the role comes with a lot of happy memories made with the Mrs.-to-be. However, it’s also important to know that the wedding day is not about your relationship […]

What to Include in a Full Wedding Invitation Suite for a Luxury Wedding As a luxury wedding photographer, I have photographed my fair share of beautifully crafted, artful wedding invitations and bridal details. However, as the wedding industry continues to embrace digital alternatives, I continue to be surprised by how overlooked a luxurious wedding invitation […]

Can you believe we’re already talking about Black Friday? I don’t know about you but 2023 has been such a whirlwind. I digress… We all know that planning a wedding can be an expensive affair. Every bride wants to make the most of her budget without compromising on the quality of her special day. Luckily, […]