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Real People 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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There are some sessions that feel like work, and then there are the ones that feel like you somehow wandered into a memory you’ll keep forever. Makena and Drew’s Yosemite elopement was a day I’ll always remember. Makena and Drew are Sonora, California locals — just about an hour from Yosemite’s entrance — and the […]

A Magical Yosemite Elopement on the Valley Floor & Glacier Point | On Digital & Film

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Big Sur is one of the most popular elopement destinations in California, known for its dramatic coastal cliffs, rugged shoreline, and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. Located along Highway 1 between Carmel and San Simeon, Big Sur offers a variety of scenic locations that are ideal for intimate weddings and elopements. This August elopement […]

Eloping on the Coast of Big Sur, California with Madi & Cosme

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When Camille and Rob told me they wanted to do something fun, offbeat, and completely them for their elopement, I knew we were about to create something unforgettable. These two threw the rulebook out the window and opted for a beach elopement with a twist—starting at golden hour by the ocean, then riding the last […]

Cotton Candy Skies & Carnival Rides— A Virginia Beach Summer Elopement

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When I think of what makes a destination elopement truly magical, this one with Kelsie and Matthew instantly comes to mind. Set in the rolling foothills of Boise, Idaho, this late spring evening gave us everything we could have dreamed of—wild landscapes, glowing golden hour light, and a couple deeply in love. While we were […]

Wild Elopement in the Mountains of Boise, Idaho

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A Dreamy Utah Adventure With Skylar & Lucas When Skylar and Lucas reached out to me about wanting elopement-style portraits in an epic landscape, I immediately said yes—and hopped on a plane from Washington, DC to Utah. They were already married, but like so many couples, they didn’t have photos that truly felt them—so they […]

An Epic Salt Flats Elopement Shoot in Utah — A Dreamy Desert Adventure

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There’s something truly magical about Washington D.C. in the springtime. Evelyn and Calvin’s engagement session at Dumbarton Oaks Gardens captured that feeling in every frame. The wisteria was in full, fleeting bloom. The gardens were glowing. And their energy together? Pure joy! A Spring Garden in Bloom Dumbarton Oaks is already one of the most […]

An Enchanting Wisteria Spring Engagement at Dumbarton Oaks Gardens, Washington DC

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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 truly special about capturing love in a place that already holds so many memories. The stunning location we chose for this Idaho engagement session, Bogus Basin, was right in my backyard as a kid growing up in Boise. To me, Bogus isn’t just a beautiful mountain backdrop—it’s a place woven into my own […]

Sunset in the Mountains: Sami & George’s Idaho Engagement Session

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Photographing a proposal is one of my absolute favorite things—it’s such a personal, intimate moment that captures the essence of a relationship. When Misha reached out to me to help plan his proposal to Allie, I knew this one would be especially unforgettable. With a perfect blend of surprise, romance, and meaningful details, this December […]

A Romantic December Proposal at the National Portrait Gallery

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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