2016 Montage!!

As we look back on 2016 it was a truly amazing year. With 27 weddings now under our belt, we are constantly gaining experience and improving at lightning speed. The adjective that would best describe the 2016 year is Diversity. We did weddings from around 12 different cultural backgrounds. The customs and traditions we witnessed were so fun to observe and learn about. This is why the DC area is so wonderful. Enjoy this 2-minute montage featuring the beauty in this diverse year. Hoping 2017 will bring many new experiences as well! 
 

Winter Photoshoot

A merry time with the Merriman's at Lake Accotink! 

Last 2016 Wedding (maybe?)

Jael and David helped end our 2016 wedding season with a bang. Their beautiful African wedding took place in the most quaint Virginia town - Middleburg. 

Julia and Omar Engagement Shoot

I had so much fun strolling around the woods in beautiful Reston with these two. I can't believe how long these fall colors are lasting!

October 28th Wedding

We were so in love with this gold and white color scheme. It was so festive!

Ashlei and Nick Engagement Shoot

Fall peak has not hit yet even though it's October 18th. I was worried that we wouldn't get any good, colorful shots for this engagement shoot but we got lucky and found some select spots near Great Falls. I had SO much fun working with Ashlei and Nick and can't wait to do their wedding video next year!

Headshot Session

Had a great time photographing Will (US Air Force band) last week. It's been a beautiful month for several portrait sessions. Stay tuned for more!

FALL

Is the best season. My weekend consisted of camping, colorful farmers market finds, a crisp morning walk, baking, wedding editing, and of course good coffee. Happy Fall!

Treat Yo Self

After professionally working as a photographer for 3.5 years I have finally convinced myself that I need a desktop. And boy am I never using my 13" laptop again. This 27" bad boy has retina 5k display (that existed?!) , 24GB memory, 3.5GHz processor (whatever that is but I know it's awesome), the whole works. I'm pretty sure it time travels or something, too. I literally have to turn my head as I move my mouse..the screen size is a bit comical. But it happened to be a better deal, so I'm not complaining.

My point is, if your business is centered around hours of editing, or hours of whatever it is you do, go ahead and treat yo self. You won't regret it.

Cheers to business expenses!

 

9/22 Wedding

We had so much fun last week at Ryan and Jasmine's wedding at the beautiful Running Hare Vineyard, MD. It was full of love, laughter, and exceptionally good dance moves.  Check out some photos and the video teaser below!

JMU Engagement Shoot

I look for ANY excuse to make a drive down to my alma mater, especially for an engagement shoot.

Labor Day Weekend

After a 20-day trip backpacking in the California wilderness, we have been immediately thrust back into the real world. It's been a very interesting adjustment, but we are thrilled to be busy. Our return was kicked off with three weddings on Labor Day weekend! Here is one from Belmont Country Club in Ashburn, VA. It was a stunning venue and a stunning wedding.

Welcome, baby Noah

I had so much fun doing this newborn/family photo shoot. I love being able to use people's homes when possible because it gives such a natural, simple look to the photos.

Another teaser

I've really been enjoying compiling these 1-minute teaser videos. They're perfect for both showing the bride and groom as they wait for the whole video to be released, as well as giving you viewers a taste of my style without devoting 15 minute of your time.

Here is David and Selome's beautiful wedding in Alexandria. If you've never been to an Ethiopian wedding I strongly suggest find a way to get into one. Their receptions (and food of course) are like no other.

Sister Maternity

A sister maternity shoot is as magical as it sounds. What a special thing to be pregnant at the same time as your sister and do a photoshoot together. We were also able to capture individual maternity photos and family photo as well. I am really liking this Meridian Hill Park..