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Diving into wedding planning is an exciting time. One of the first things on your checklist? Finding that perfect wedding venue. But let’s be real, it’s no walk in the park. This is especially true when you’re searching for wedding venues in Northern Virginia. Trust me, I get it—the options are endless! And if you’re […]

Best Wedding Venues in Northern Virginia – Fairfax County

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Most people planning a wedding will look for a wedding venue first. This can be one of the most overwhelming parts of the planning process! Especially for couples looking for a wedding venue in Northern Virginia, it can be information overload with the abundance of venues within just this seemingly small region. I want to […]

Best Wedding Venues in Northern Virginia – Loudoun County

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It was a beautiful fall day at the end of October when Evelyn and Alvin tied the knot at their micro wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, Virginia. I’ve had the pleasure of photographing weddings at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens a couple of times before and they’ve been in all different seasons – a winter […]

Microwedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens – Vienna, Virginia – Evelyn and Alvin

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Charming historic touches helped to make Annemarie and Ethan’s wedding unique. Beginning with Annemarie’s wedding dress, which was worn by her mother and is an incredible example of how a unique dress can still feel so timeless! The pair had their wedding at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, which is a little historic church just outside […]

Catholic Wedding at Immaculate Conception Church with Stevenson Ridge Reception – Fredericksburg, Virginia – Annemarie and Ethan

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As a Catholic wedding photographer, I was elated to receive an email from Dominique from Catholic wedding planning company White Lily Weddings a few months ago, looking for a photographer for her clients getting married in December. Of course, I always love having the chance to work with wedding planners in general and will always […]

Catholic Wedding at Our Lady of Lourdes with Reception at The Line Hotel – Washington, DC – Molly and Drew

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As 2023 comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the beautiful year of engagement sessions, weddings, and other work + features we’ve accomplished. It is the biggest privilege to be able to celebrate alongside so many amazing couples and their families, witnessing some of the most tender and joyful moments of their lives. Here’s […]

2023 Year in Review

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Stunning florals, a beautiful church, and a joyful wedding party all helped make Rebekah and Dominic’s summer wedding all the more memorable. The pair chose to start their day with a sweet first look in the back of the church, allowing them the chance to spend a few minutes in prayer together inside the church. […]

St. Veronica Catholic Church Wedding – Chantilly, Virginia – Rebekah and Dominic

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From the sunny sunflower bridal details to the raucous laughter and dancing of the reception, Sarah and Max had one of the most joyful wedding days I’ve ever had the pleasure of photographing. The trip down to Fredericksburg was well worth it to spend the day with this couple so clearly in love, with friends […]

Wedding at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Stevenson Ridge Reception – Fredericksburg, Virginia – Sarah and Max

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It’s no secret I’m a sucker for a garden wedding, and Christy and Kyle’s wedding certainly delivered! Featuring all the pretty little details, Christy’s fabulous bridal look, an extra special ceremony, stunning golden hour portraits, and so many other special moments throughout the day, this is a wedding I am so excited to share! I […]

Dreamy Modern Atrium at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Wedding – Vienna, VA – Christy and Kyle

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What a day! There’s something so special about capturing the union of two souls, especially when it’s a couple as adorable as Dani and Connor. They met through a mutual friend during their college days at rival schools – Dani at UVA and Connor at Virginia Tech. Fast forward a few years, and they’re living […]

Summer Blue Hill Farm Wedding – Waterford, Virginia – Dani and Connor

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