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Real lovers with Real Stories.

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I capture the real, genuine smiles that reflect not only your adventure but also the joy of simply being present with one another. 
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Earlier this year, I set out to get to know some of my favorite restaurants in Washington, DC a little better. These restaurants feel a little more off the beaten path and they are true gems! They all have their own personality and charm and any of them would be a phenomenal choice for a […]

Restaurant Wedding Venues in Washington DC with Natural Charm & Character

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December in Washington, D.C. is by far my favorite month here because of the magical, uplifting feeling everywhere in the city. Jessica & Joe’s wedding at The Perry Belmont House was the perfect embodiment of the warm holiday feeling, and it was my honor to help capture this celebratory spirit with them. I had the […]

Winter Romance at The Historic Perry Belmont House, Washington DC

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I’ve been in a sentimental mood lately and memories from Alexa and Clayton’s October wedding day at Rust Manor House keeps finding their way back to me. This wedding day has stuck with me— not because they made a big statement, but because of how connected, kind, and present everyone was. This was easily one […]

A Heartfelt Fall Wedding Day at Rust Manor House, Leesburg Virginia

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Some projects live in your mind for years before they finally come to life — and this styled shoot at The Goodstone Inn was exactly that. Partnering with MacKenzie from Pearl & Poppy Wedding Co. was truly a dream. From our very first conversation, we knew we wanted to create something that felt romantic, elevated, […]

An Espresso Lovers Dream ♡ Tiramisu Wedding Cake, Autumnal Florals & A Visionary Vendor Team

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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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Emma and Nick are truly one of those couples that stick with you — the kind you instantly click with and feel grateful to be part of their story. Emma first reached out last February, and from the very first inquiry call, we completely hit it off. Not only did we connect over photography and […]

Dreamy Engagement Photos in Georgetown, Washington DC

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Last summer, Sabrina planned the sweetest surprise for her girlfriend, Haley — a secret proposal tucked away in one of Georgetown’s most beautiful hidden gems, Tudor Place. Even though Haley had already proposed, Sabrina wanted her to have that magical, heart-racing, totally unexpected moment too. Haley arrived thinking we were simply taking engagement photos, wandering […]

A Surprise Garden Proposal at Tudor Place, Washington DC

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Rummer and Zach’s June summer wedding at River Farm was a breath of fresh air—joyful, vibrant, and completely alive from beginning to end. River Farm in Alexandria, Virginia is already a venue that feels natural and familial, but on this day it was bursting with color, movement, and personality in a way that felt so […]

A June Wedding Bursting with Color in Alexandria, Virginia

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I’m a huge believer that your wedding shouldn’t be limited to just one day, because there are too many special memories that go by in an instant. Cassie and Tyler’s wedding was a full experience, stretched across two weekends, filled with heartfelt moments, epic celebrations, and a whole lot of personality. From an intimate, snow-kissed […]

A Two-Weekend Winter Wedding in Washington DC & Alexandria

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Some nights stay with you forever, and Camille and Rob’s sunset engagement session in Virginia Beach was exactly that kind of magic. The summer sky painted itself in dreamy shades of pink and blue, the waves rolled in like a soft rhythm, and the air was alive with their energy—magnetic, playful, and so undeniably them. […]

Chasing Sunsets with Camille & Rob, A Virginia Beach Engagement Session