Some wedding days feel like a deep breath – sacred, joyful, and radiant from beginning to end. Marina and Andrew’s St Francis de Sales wedding in Purcellville, VA was exactly that: a Christmas-filled morning at home, a classic Nuptial Mass in one of my favorite churches in Northern Virginia, and a celebration at Historic Rosemont Springs Barn that was […]

St. Francis de Sales wedding in Purcellville, VA – Marina and Andrew

A flower petal sendoff for a St Francis de Sales wedding in Purcellville VA

Daniela and Josh’s Meadowlark Botanical Gardens fall wedding had everything you hope for in a November celebration – perfect weather, beautiful views, and a whole lot of happy energy. From the quiet moments with family early in the day to the packed dance floor that closed out the night, this one was indeed a joy to photograph […]

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Fall Wedding – Daniela and Josh

A bride and groom posed in front of the lake for a Meadowlark Botanical Gardens fall wedding

Gabby and Ben’s Atrium at Meadowlark wedding brought together everything I love about early fall in Northern Virginia. Crisp air, colorful gardens, and a celebration that felt truly joyful from start to finish. Actually, their story goes all the way back to our college days at Marymount University, where I first met them through mutual […]

Atrium at Meadowlark Wedding in Northern VA – Gabby and Ben

A bride and groom perform the Orthodox crowning ritual during their Atrium at Meadowlark wedding

Our work was recently published in Virginia Weddings Magazine! We photographed Sarah and Nick’s Catholic wedding with a Sheraton Reston wedding reception in 2024. We’re thrilled that it is featured in the Fall/Winter 2025 issue of the Virginia Weddings Magazine (formerly Virginia Bride Magazine). It’s especially gratifying to contribute a beautiful Catholic wedding to a […]

We’ve Been Featured – Virginia Weddings Magazine – Sarah and Nick

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

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, Virginia is one of my favorite places to recommend to anyone dreaming of engagement photos that feel vibrant and full of natural beauty. As a Northern VA wedding photographer, I’ve had the joy of capturing not only engagement sessions here, but also weddings and even a proposal! What I love […]

Location Spotlight – Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Engagement Photos in Vienna Virginia

An engaged couple shares a dramatic kiss as the man lifts his partner off her feet during their Meadowlark Botanical Gardens engagement photos

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

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

Our work was recently published by Novela Weddings! A bright and beautiful micro wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens that we photographed was recently featured on Novela Weddings, a wedding directory and blog that features many wedding venues in the Washington DC area. Sarah and Austin’s wedding featured an intimate celebration inside a gazebo on the water, […]

We’ve Been Featured – Novela Weddings – Sarah and Austin’s Micro Wedding at Meadowlark

A groom wipes away a tear during his micro wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Fairfax County Virginia

Sydney and Nick’s fall engagement session at Oatlands Historic House and Gardens in Leesburg, Virginia was an absolute dream to photograph! Oatlands is one of my favorite engagement session locations in Loudoun County, and it’s easy to see why. The curated gardens have this magical “secret garden” vibe that’s the perfect mix of natural and […]

Fall Engagement Session at Oatlands Historic House – Leesburg, VA – Sydney and Nick

An engaged couple share a moment forehead to forehead with each other surrounded by greenery during their fall engagement session at Oatlands Historic House and Gardens in Loudoun County Virginia

There’s something so magical about being part of a marriage proposal, and Dakota and Gretchen’s proposal at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens was no exception! As one of the best wedding venues in Northern Virginia, Meadowlark was the perfect spot for Dakota to pop the question. When Dakota first reached out to me about photographing his proposal, […]

Proposal at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens – Vienna, Virginia – Gretchen and Dakota

A marriage proposal at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Northern Virginia