Megan and Robert’s Meadowlark Botanical Gardens wedding was the kind of day that felt quiet and grounded in all the best ways – so peaceful and heartfelt. I first photographed Megan and Rob during their engagement photos at Brookside Gardens last fall. We bonded over our shared love of garden settings. So choosing a Meadowlark […]

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Wedding in Vienna, VA – Megan and Rob

A bride and groom share a kiss at golden hour during their Meadowlark Botanical Gardens wedding

Sydney and Nick’s Union Street Public House wedding was set against two of my favorite places in Northern Virginia. From their meaningful ceremony at Marymount University’s campus chapel to their cozy reception in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, every part of their wedding day felt thoughtfully personal. As a Northern Virginia wedding photographer and a fellow Marymount alum, […]

Union Street Public House Wedding – Alexandria, VA – Sydney and Nick

A bride and groom twirling together on a patio before their Union Street Public House wedding

As a Catholic wedding photographer, I always get a little extra excited for weddings during the Christmas season. Caitlin and Francis’ St Dominic DC wedding was no exception! I had the pleasure of serving as the second photographer for my good friend Kara Loryn Photography, who is also a talented Catholic wedding photographer. From start […]

St Dominic DC Wedding with Tysons Corner Marriott Reception – Francis and Caitlin

St Dominic DC wedding seen from the choir loft

When I got the last-minute call to photograph a styled shoot at Halcyon Watson, a modern barn wedding venue in Leesburg, Virginia, I knew it was going to be something special. The shoot came together unexpectedly after Mel from Mystical Rose Flowers found herself with an order of stunning pink and yellow flowers that needed […]

Modern Barn Wedding Venue – Leesburg, Virginia – Halcyon Watson Styled Shoot

Colorful flowers decorating a sweetheart table at Halcyon Watson, a modern barn wedding venue in Leesburg Virginia

Collaborating with talented local vendors is always an exciting creative experience, and this Rust Manor House wedding styled shoot was nothing short of magical. It was planned by the incredibly talented Annie from Floriography, who also served as both the florist and model. This shoot was indeed a perfect blend of editorial elegance and vibrant […]

Rust Manor House Wedding Styled Shoot with Floriography

A bride posed on the stairs surrounded by flowers during a Rust Manor House wedding

When Wed West Studio reached out to collaborate on photographing their custom watercolor wedding invitations, I couldn’t have been more excited! As a wedding photographer, I love capturing details that tell a couple’s love story. Wedding flat lays are undoubtedly one of my favorite ways to showcase those meaningful elements. Wed West’s designs are certainly […]

Wedding Flat Lays – Watercolor Save the Dates and Invitations by Wed West Studio

Wedding flat lays featuring custom watercolor save the dates

Elizabeth and Jonathan’s Christmas themed wedding was a perfect celebration of holiday magic. From the nostalgic decorations at the bride’s parents’ house to their beautiful Catholic wedding ceremony at St. Joseph Catholic Church, every detail reflected their love and faith. The celebration continued with a festive and cozy reception at the Hyatt Regency Dulles, where […]

Christmas Themed Wedding – Herndon, Virginia – Elizabeth and Jonathan

A Christmas themed wedding reception at the Hyatt Regency Dulles in Herndon Virginia

The end of 2024 is here! I’ve been thinking back on the fulfilling year I’ve had as a Northern Virginia wedding photographer. Engagement sessions, proposals, weddings, events, and features – we’ve had the joy of celebrating so much! I am truly grateful for every single one of these clients and their families, witnessing some of […]

2024 Year in Review

A groom being lifted in the air in celebration during his wedding reception at the Sheraton Reston in Northern Virginia

Sarah and Nick’s Catholic wedding ceremony and Sheraton Reston wedding reception was an absolute joy to photograph. It was especially meaningful because both of them are members of the Youth Apostles, a community devoted to sharing Christ’s message with young people. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of capturing several Youth Apostle weddings. Sara […]

Sheraton Reston Wedding Reception – Reston, Virginia – Sarah and Nick

A bride and groom leaning in for a kiss while holding colorful flowers for a Sheraton Reston wedding reception

One of the most beautiful wedding venues in Northern Virginia is Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. I’ve photographed a winter wedding, a summer wedding, a fall micro wedding, and an engagement session here before. So when Sarah and Austin asked me to photograph their summer micro wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, I was elated! Most micro weddings […]

Summer Micro Wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens – Vienna, Virginia – Sarah and Austin

A groom dips his bride and gives her a kiss during their micro wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna Virginia