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Michaela & Ben’s November 1st wedding was one of those days that felt both deeply sentimental and joyfully alive — the kind of wedding where every detail had meaning, every moment felt intentional, and autumn showed off in its perfect, fleeting way. From the very beginning, I knew Michaela & Ben’s wedding was going to […]

New York City Love Meets a Hometown Fall Wedding in Virginia | On Digital & Film

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Whitney and Jerry reached out in the fall, hoping to capture maternity photos to announce their baby boy arriving in January!! I recommended Brookside Gardens for their session, and when we arrived, the autumn colors absolutely showed up to impress — golden leaves everywhere, crisp air, and that soft sunset glow from the last rays […]

Fall Maternity Photos at Brookside Gardens | Natural Outdoor Session Near Baltimore

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Some couples are just magnetic—Christian and Greg are that kind of couple. The kind where you can feel the history and laughter between them without needing to hear the full story. Lucky for me, I did get to hear the full story. And document it. And cry over it (just a little). I met Christian […]

A Decade of Love— Christian & Greg’s Anniversary in Georgetown, Washington DC

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There’s something about Georgetown, Washington D.C. in all seasons that feels like pure magic—but especially fall. When the beautiful gingko, elm and maple trees turn into their warm colors against the historic architecture and row homes in Georgetown, it feels like you’re living in a romance novel. It’s no wonder that when Rehan decided to […]

A Whimsical Fall Proposal at Dumbarton Oaks Gardens in Georgetown, DC

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There’s something about summer evenings in Boise’s Hyde Park that feels straight out of a storybook. The warm air, the golden light spilling through the trees, and the vibrant energy of the North End—it’s the perfect setting for an engagement session that captures both romance and playfulness. When Claire and Ben reached out about their […]

A Nostalgic Summer Engagement in Boise’s Hyde Park with Claire & Ben

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When you think of October in DC, it’s hard not to picture the city drenched in beautiful golden light, leaves crunching underfoot, and a crispness in the air that makes everything feel a little more magical. That’s exactly the vibe of Liv and Drew’s fall photo session, a celebration of love, life, and the beauty […]

Romantic Autumn Engagement Photos in Dupont Circle, Washington DC