Lauren + Lee: Engaged!

Over the weekend, Lauren and Lee drove all the way down from Canton, PA to hang out with me and take some engagement photos. Despite the rain, we had a great time taking advantage of the urban scenery that Old Town Alexandria has to offer. They were such a fun couple to work with and they had me laughing more times than I could count. I can't wait to meet the whole town of Canton this June at their wedding. See you both in a few weeks!

Christina + Adrian: Married!

If rain on a wedding day means good luck for the couple, Christina and Adrian will have good fortune forever. Despite our hopes for an outdoor ceremony, their wedding at Glenview Mansion in Rockville was a bit of a washout. They did not let it dampen their moods, however and they had a beautiful day in this historic house. I enjoyed highlighting the lovely arrangements that Christina created on her own. In light of the rain, we took full advantage of the gorgeous architecture inside with great results.

I recently received this note from Christina, that I just have to share....

Hey heather,

I just wanted to write you a personal note from Adrian and I...granted the pictures haven't come out yet, I'm sure they will be beautiful given the thought you put into each and every one. Adrian loved how candid you were, how you let us have our wedding yet still take the time to get some real key important photos with family. You really listened to us and helped us make our wedding spectacular for everyone. I wanted to attach a photo one of my friends took... you really became one of my bridesmaids at a few points :)

Thanks again!

Christina

You can check out the image she sent me at the bottom of this post ;) I had a wonderful day with the both of you and wish you all the best as the next stage of your life begins in Boston!








And here's a snapshot of me helping out with a bit of bustling...

Liz + Jed: Married!

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of working for Kate Triano and her lovely couple Liz and Jed on their wedding day at Rust Manor in Leesburg. The venue had the most beautiful rooms with gorgeous light and I would highly recommend it as a gorgeous ceremony and reception location. The reception was done in a wine theme in preparation for Liz and Jed's big move to Napa Valley. Best of luck to them both! Here are two quick moments that I captured between the bride and groom and the groom and his mother.

Sarah + Josh: A Kansas City Wedding

A few weekends ago, I took a weekend off to head out to Kansas to visit my good friend and awesome photographer, Jason Domingues and his family. Being a photographer, I think it's fun to use time off to work with friends, so of course I had to take him up on the chance to shoot a wedding with him. Jason's been one of my biggest inspirations since I began wedding photography and it was an absolute pleasure to have this chance to see him in action.

Despite the weekend being 70 degrees and sunny in DC, I landed in KS at the same time as a storm front came in. So our great couple, Sarah and Josh, as well as their bridal party, Jason and I spent the day braving 30 degrees, wind and SNOW in the middle of APRIL! But we had a great time and I can't wait to go back....or have Jason come out here and shoot a wedding with me (hint, hint!)

Jessica & Nick: Married!

On the first weekend in April, Jessica and Nick held a lovely ceremony at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. Despite the forecast for rain, the weather was sunny and warm. The ceremony was so emotional and I don't think there were many dry eyes to be seen. I was also extremely impressed with the seamstress talents of Jessica's mom! She made all of the bridesmaids dresses and the bridal gown from silk Jessica's father picked out and brought back with him from China. The colors were gorgeous!

Thank you for letting me be a part of your day! I wish you many years of happiness with Anna!

Venue: Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
Make-Up: Victoria Stiles
DJ: Kirk from Kirkabee