This Wilbur Mansion wedding could not have been more perfect and picturesque for two longtime sweethearts. Journeying through the previous year with Andrew and Rachel has been a true privilege. From photographing the moment Rachel said “yes” to Andrew’s proposal at National Cathedral, to their picture-perfect snowy engagement session at the DAR Headquarters, to a […]

Often during this Old Town Alexandria, VA engagement shoot, I had to remind myself I wasn’t having deja vu… I was elated when Allison, sister to one of my former Willow Britt brides (Lauren), reached out inquiring about how to have me photograph her wedding. Remembering her as one of the most supportive sister-maids of […]

When Taylor reached out about having me photograph her Hilton Head Island wedding, I could hardly believe it. Since marrying my husband, I’ve enjoyed annual trips to Hilton Head with my in-laws, who have been visiting for years. I’m not much of a beach person (love my lake life!) but the beauty of the low […]

As a professional Virginia wedding photographer, one of the questions I often get from brides and grooms is whether I work off a shot list to create their wedding photos. Time and again they’re often surprised at the answer. I never bring a shot list (other than the family formals list) to a wedding day. […]

I consider myself pretty lucky that my job includes being surrounded by some of the freshest, most vibrant flowers. How could anyone be depressed when constantly experiencing the fragrance and beauty of bridal bouquets? Wedding day florals are totally worth a little investment if you are looking for an easy way to set the tone […]

If you talk to a wedding vendor in Northern VA or DC about spring 2024, we’d probably sigh. We had a period of several weeks in a row where weather was beautiful all week long, just to downpour rain on our couples every weekend. Many brides and grooms might have found this discouraging, but not […]

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 […]

With a few simple, elegant details and an iconic wedding venue like National Press Club and Holy Trinity Catholic Church, your D.C. wedding can easily look like it was made for Washingtonian magazine. But aside from the lovely, traditional wedding elements, Patrick and Nyla also shared intimate moments with each other and their guests that […]

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 […]