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Proud pup mom, type A creative, lover of the outdoors, Top Chef fan girl, and wedding and portrait photographer. Welcome to the blog!
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elopements
Theresa and Casey’s northern Virginia backyard elopement is giving me all the summer vibes and I’m excited to share some of my favorite photos from their big day with you!
REFERRALS ARE MY FAVORITE
Theresa and Casey were referred to me by the beautiful woman who modeled for the cherry blossoms styled bridal shoot Carla Pressley and I did last spring (2020), Kristen. Kristen is good friends with Theresa, so she referred her to Carla and me for her northern Virginia backyard elopement – and I am so glad she did! (I’m always so honored when someone enjoys their time in front of the camera and resulting images enough to refer me to their loved ones. Kristen – I appreciate you!)
The extra fun thing about that is I got to see Carla!! I hadn’t seen her in a while, though she works with my clients who I refer to her all the time, so it was a fun little reunion. We had a few minutes together where she got to tell me about all the exciting new ways her business is growing, which I was thrilled to hear since I love referring my clients to her.
A+ DESIGN
When I showed up to Theresa and Casey’s home, I was so taken aback by how amazing everything looked! Theresa’s good friend and maid of honor had set up the most beautiful tablescapes for their at-home reception luncheon, complete with delicate flowers, tapered candles, and sweet little ribbons tied around the cloth napkins. I have to say, I was super impressed by the most epic cheeseboard I have ever seen in my life! That thing was goals! My stomach is growling now just remembering it! It had every type of cheeseboard accoutrement you could dream of and then some! Just wait until you see the photo!
NATURAL LIGHT DAY DREAM
I’m always a little nervous when I’m doing photography at someone’s house because I just never know what I will have to work with as far as natural light. My mind was immediately put at ease when I walked into Theresa and Casey’s home for their northern Virginia backyard wedding. There was gorgeous natural light streaming through the windows in the dining and kitchen areas – basically the whole main level, and then the wedding arch was setup in an area of the yard that had a fair amount of shade but still offered some glowy sunlight. All of their photos turned out so beautifully because of that, plus all the love put into every last detail.
Theresa and Casey’s ceremony was performed by their friend and included a special part with their children that had me tearing up behind my camera. These two have created such an intentional, loving blended family and it was wonderful to witness and capture everything coming together for them on this special day.
Congratulations and best wishes to the newlyweds and your family!
Hair and Makeup by Carla Pressley Hair and Makeup Artist
Bouquets and Arch Florals by Petals Edge
Wedding Cake – Fluffy Thoughts
Did this post get you excited to book your own wedding, micro-wedding, elopement, or engagement session?! If yes, send me a note and we can chat about what you have in mind: contact me
Hi – I’m Rachel! A wedding, engagements, and headshots photographer in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and northern Virginia. I love taking photos of elegant people who love to laugh, as well as of much in-love couples. If you’re a dog owner, that’s a plus! I’m currently booking 2021 portrait sessions, as well as 2021 and 2022 weddings.
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