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This is the place I get to showcase all of my beautiful clients and the love they put into their sessions or weddings. I also love sharing tips and tricks on wedding photography planning, ideas to make your session fun, easy, and organized, as well as personal stories. Find the category you're looking for, or browse for hours! There's plenty to keep you entertained.

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Arlington Newborn Photos

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These Arlington newborn photos have triple special meaning in my world! Baby Asher was born two weeks ago tomorrow and he is the first Asher I’ve ever met besides my nephew who was born with CDH. He is a special little guy, such a trooper and so, so funny (he’s almost two and a half […]

Arlington Spring Family Photos

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I know I’ve mentioned this before, but one of my favorite things to do is location scout. It’s just fun to get out there, explore, take some photos, be in nature, and let myself be inspired by my surroundings. It’s one of the many perks of the job! A couple of weeks ago I had […]

Classic Cherry Blossom Engagement Session

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Cori and Rich’s love story began in a somewhat unexpected place. You go to work everyday expecting to do a good job, please your boss, BE the boss, maybe make some friends. I don’t think most people go to work thinking they’re going to meet their future spouse! But Cori and Rich defied the unexpected […]

St. Michaels Surprise Proposal

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With the job I have, I get to see a lot of lucky ladies. And to all the single ladies out there, this post should give you hope that there are some really decent, sweet, and extremely thoughtful gentlemen still out there! Josh pulled off the most thoughtful St. Michaels surprise proposal at the Inn […]

Bluemont Park Family Photos

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It’s that time of year! Another week, another family session to share from this year’s mini season! I’m excited to share these Bluemont Park family photos with you today! You may not know it, but you already met the little guy who Krupa is pregnant with in these photos. Baby Vir already has made his […]

Alexandria Christmas Parade

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I’m so grateful for the busy seasons – for obvious reasons, but even more so because they allow me to fully soak up and appreciate the not-so-busy seasons. I will say, I’m usually kind of grumpy during the holidays; they’re just not my favorite for various reasons. But this year I decided to totally be […]

National Harbor Wedding – Olin & Sidney

I am SO excited to share these National Harbor wedding photos today! Olin & Sidney were married aboard the National Elite, docked in Oxon Hill, MD, on the Potomac River, while the sun set behind the horizon, just past the water’s edge. It was the most picturesque ceremony location I have ever seen & perfectly […]

D.C. Photo Shoot Spots – Playing Tourist

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A super fun part of my job is choosing where to take photos for people. And the best part of that fun is when I get to play tourist like I did this past weekend. Getting to do what I love for a job is certainly not something I take for granted; I’m grateful every […]

Elegant Rust Manor House Wedding – Liz & Julio

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On Saturday I traveled to Leesburg, VA, for Liz and Julio’s fun and elegant Rust Manor House wedding. As soon as you drive down the long, tree lined road leading to Rust Manor House, you’re transported to another time. That feeling of seclusion cocooned Liz & Julio’s guests into being fully present as they celebrated […]

First Birthday Portraits – Caroline

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I recently had the honor of photographing one adorable tiny human, miss Caroline, for her first birthday portraits. Caroline is is one lucky lady! She was surrounded by family on her first birthday who were all there to celebrate her turning one whole year old! I met Caroline and her parents, Mary and Warner, at […]