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Wedding Photographer in Virginia & D.C.

It’s an amazing feeling to catch the unspoken story between a couple on their wedding day. And it’s an absolute joy to capture the expressions and connections that make each family unique. This is why I love what I do.

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@kristengardnerphoto

Congratulations to Taylor and Tommy! Yesterday was such a dream. These two couldn’t be sweeter, and I’m so happy that the rain cleared up just in time for their outdoor ceremony. It was just beautiful! ✨

Venue @great.marsh
Coordinator | Jessica Brose
Caterer @serendipitycateringvirginia
Baker | Lois Sutphin
Dress @avalaurennebride
DJ @blacktiedmv
Makeup @makeupbyivettb
Flowers @sbblooms
Flower wall @lucy.blossoms
Video @peter_stauffer
Second Photographer @susanseidelphotography

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I loved the inclusions of cherry blossoms at Liz and Mark’s reception this past weekend! 🌸

Venue @congressionalcountryclub
Florist @tilburyfloral
Coordinator @hollylynn_moyer

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Liz and Mark are married! And can we get a moment for the dress?! I loved capturing their gorgeous wedding yesterday. The whole day was an absolute dream. ✨

Venue @congressionalcountryclub
Florist @tilburyfloral
Dress @suzanneneville
Hair + Makeup @makeupbyanab @mab.artistry
Band @primetimewta
Coordinator @hollylynn_moyer
Ceremony | Dahlgren Chapel
Paper @elisecampbelldesign
Second Photographer @susanseidelphoto

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For my favorite Swiftie-bride @kristaferrara. Good luck memorizing all those new lyrics! ✨

Venue @raspberryplainmanor
Flowers @jmorrisflowers
Hair + Makeup @glambridalbeauty
Baker @chantals_bakerynl
Dress @labellabridalchic
DJ @dominionweddingentertainment
Photo Booth @photoinaboxdc
Officiant @weddingceremoniesbyjeff
Second photographer @susanseidelphoto

Congratulations to Alyssa and Trey! I loved photographing their beautiful wedding at @tranquilityfarmvirginia yesterday. A & T are both so sweet, and they were surrounded by an incredible group of family and friends. I loved being there to capture everything! ✨

Planner @boxwoodandbloomevents
Venue @tranquilityfarmvirginia
Dress @couturebridalmd
Flowers @hbloomflowers
Hair & Makeup @btvbeauty
Catering @purpleonioncateringco
DJ @djphlipz
Videographer @shutterandsound
Signage @leahletters_
Rentals @selecteventgroup
Cake @incredibleediblesbakery
Second photographer @susanseidelphoto

My favorite time to capture the cherry blossoms in DC is definitely during sunrise! I loved meeting Ashley and John last week for their engagement session at the Jefferson Memorial, and I can’t wait to photograph their wedding day later this year! 🌸

#dcengagement #dcengagementphotographer #washingtondcengagement #washingtondcengagementphotographer #cherryblossom #cherryblossoms #cherryblossomengagement #jeffersonmemorial #jeffersonmemorialengagement

Throwing it back to some of my favorite spring & summer wedding inspiration for E + T’s wedding at @districtwinery with @pamelabarefoot_events and @sophiefelts! ✨

Venue | @districtwineryweddings
Planning @pamelabarefoot_events
Venue @districtwinery, @districtwineryweddings
Flowers @sophiefelts
Hair + Makeup @amiedeckerbeauty
Invitation + Paper @emilybairddesign
Dress @inesdisanto @carinesbridal
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The sunrise in Old Town Alexandria is even gorgeous in the winter! I loved meeting up with Lacey and Zach last week, and I can’t wait to photograph their wedding day later this year! ✨

Danielle + Ellis ❄️

Venue @stonetowerweddings
Planner @rccweddingsandevents
Flowers @designingflowers
Dress @bhldn
Caterer @rsvpcateringdc
DJ @blacktiedmv
Lighting @dangoldmanevents
Officiant @ceremonyofficiants (Alice)
Hair + Makeup @bestfaceartists
Transportation @onthetownlimos
Second Photographer @susanseidelphotography
@danielle_lembo @ebloom0

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Georgetown sunsets for the win! ✨ I loved meeting Alyssa and Trey for their engagement session last week. The weather was gorgeous, and it was so fun getting to know these two! I can’t wait to photograph their wedding day at @tranquilityfarmvirginia next month!

#dcengagement #dcengagementphotographer #georgetownengagement #georgetownengagementphotographer #engagement #shesaidyes