A&S Photography

01/01/2020

What does your #yearofcolour look like?! Happy to see these are pretty in line with our brand colors!!

Link to get yours in the comments!

12/31/2019

CHEERS. Did you know NYE was actually a full on holiday?
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That’s right-it’s National Champagne Day!
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So salute to you, internet friends! It’s been a joy cheering you on this year and we are so grateful for your returned support.
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We hope 2020 is bottle poppin’ worthy for all of us! Celebrate safe, tonight.

12/31/2019

There’s less than one day left of 2019 and we're feeling excited because we know 2020 is OUR year. In the past 12 months, we jumped back into photography full force, changed our name, and booked a ton of new sessions! In 2020, we want to keep that momentum going!
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How are YOU feeling this New Year’s Eve?
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12/30/2019

Engagement season is upon us!!

Did you know that roughly 40% of couples become engaged between Thanksgiving and New Years! 💍

Tell us, what was your proposal like??

12/29/2019

Fall in love with someone who makes you laugh. It’s one of the most important things. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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12/29/2019

A&S Photography's cover photo

12/29/2019

Are you the resolution-making type? I have definitely been known to shy away from the tradition in the past. This year Sean and I are both leaning into January 1 as a motivating fresh start!! We are dreaming big and resolving to push our photography business to the next level! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
You heard it here first, friends! And now we have a whole community to keep us accountable and cheer us on! What’s your resolution? We want to cheer you on too!

12/28/2019

I know A LOT of people who got engaged over the holidays, and Sean and I wanted to put together a little offer to help celebrate!!
Visit a link in the first comment to grab either a $500 savings on your wedding, or $50 off your engagement session!!

12/28/2019

The more you observe, the more you see. The more you see, the more you know. The more you know, the more you dream. And dreaming? Dreaming makes us feel alive. Let's continue to dream. BIG.

12/26/2019

New on the blog today!

A look back through the years with Aidan and Avery!!

Link in the first comment!!

12/25/2019

Wishing everyone a wonderful Christmas!!

- Amanda and Sean

12/23/2019

We had an AMAZING time in Old Town today, getting to know these kids!! It was super hard to pick one to share with you tonight, so stay tuned -- there are plenty more where this little bit of awesomeness came from!!

12/20/2019

Can I take the opportunity to introduce ourselves? I’ve seen new faces here and I want to say two things: Hello & Welcome!
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We are Sean and Amanda, photographers who love capturing those special moments in your life. When we aren't busy chilling with our clients, most weekends you’ll find me (Amanda) watching Gilmore Girls and playing World of Warcraft, while Sean goes more for the zombie apocalypse type flicks.
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We'd LOVE to connect with you, so leave a comment and let me know what you like to do with your free time!

12/20/2019

Have you been naughty or nice this year?! I think I know the answer, but either way, we all deserve to open gifts! Me, I’m wishing for a mini photo printer. I hope I was “nice” enough to get it!

What is on your wish list this year?

12/20/2019

Our couple had a hard time narrowing down their faves — we think they chose wisely with this one!!!

12/19/2019

Tough day? We've all been there...and we've all managed to find a way out. Sometimes all you need is a single voice in your ear cheering you on. Consider this my cyber-whisper. See you on the other side!

12/16/2019

Amidst all the reasons we have to be joyful, many of us really struggle this time of year. Maybe ‘going home’ is simply painful. Maybe it’s your first Christmas without a loved one. Maybe it's your tenth Christmas without a loved one, and the pain just isn't getting any easier. Maybe you're struggling a little harder to make ends meet. I can certainly relate.
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But while we all grieve at times—we can all help, too. This year, I’m being extra mindful of friends who feel at their loneliest around the holidays and doing my best to make sure they remember they are loved.
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How do you give a little extra this time of year?

12/16/2019

Putting the finishing touches on this awesome engagement session, so that we can deliver it tomorrow!

What are you working on tonight?

12/13/2019

For this Friday Introduction, I'm bringing two of my favorite things together - Christmas and photography!! I snapped this reflection of myself in the holiday decor on Rodeo Drive in LA last month, and it couldn't be more fitting.

Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year! I love the lights, the coziness, the music, giving gifts, family.. ALL of it!

Now that you know that about me, tell me a little about yourself -- what's your favorite part of the holidays?

12/13/2019

Who's down for some fun and games?! We're in the DMV and around here it hasn't properly snowed in well over a year. (We ARE looking at some lovely freezing rain tomorrow morning, however)
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But wherever you are today, I have a question: If this weekend you found yourself entirely snowed in, how would you pass the time? I’d most likely snuggle my kitties and alternate re-binging Gilmore Girls and playing Kingdom Hearts 3. Or maybe I can find a way to do all three at once....
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Now you! Tell me everything! What would YOU do?!

12/12/2019

A&S Photography's cover photo

12/02/2019

Good morning and happy Monday! What a terrific way to start the week with these two rock stars. Rugged good looks and an infectious smile all in one brother and sister package. We love spending time with these guys!



11/28/2019

From our families to yours, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!! 🦃🍽🍁

What are YOU thankful for today?

11/15/2019

What if I told you that photography is not just documenting your kids in cute outfits, but creating memories WITH them? Yep, our shoots go deeper than you think, and our clients love it! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Ready to make some new memories?? Click the link in the first comment for a special portrait session offer!

11/12/2019

Happy Baby Day to this gorgeous mama!! Alll the positive thoughts and good vibes heading to her today as she welcomes Nouri into the world!!!
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11/07/2019

It's Wedding Wednesday, and we're thinking back to this gorgeous couple and their fall inspired decor! I love the rich, warm fall tones. It's one of the reasons fall is my fave season!!

Event - AKP Retreat
Design & Florals - Simply Gorgeous Events by Lara-JIll
Venue - Old Line Spirits
Hair piece & Gown - Francesca's Bridal
HMUA - Alex Reese

11/04/2019

If you saw our Instagram stories, you know we spent the morning in Alexandria with this wonderful couple. We were able to capture the moment they became engaged, back in August, and today was the perfect day for engagement photos. Everything was so insanely beautiful, we couldn't wait to get back and edit! Here's a sneak peek from Wilkes Tunnel!!
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If you've never been, Old Town has SO many amazing places to take photos, it's an absolutely incredible place to be a photographer, lol. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

11/03/2019

We had such a great morning in Alexandria with one of our couples!! So many epic locations, I'm super excited to start editing!

11/02/2019

What are you up to on this crisp fall day? Embracing the chill and getting outdoors? Staying indoors and cozying up on the couch?
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Us? We're getting prepped for this couple's engagement session! We're all going to brave the 24-degree dawn for some epic sunrise shots in Alexandria!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#asphotog #asphotogva #spurcellphotog #portraitphotography #weddingphotography #virginiaphotographer #northernvirginiaweddings #novaweddings #dcweddings #marylandweddings #weddingphotographer #loudounweddings

10/31/2019

It’s Halloween!! How are you celebrating? Taking the kids trick or treating? Passing out candy? Waiting patiently for the 50% off signs on all the left over candy? 🎃 👻

Let us know what you’re up to! 🎃

10/29/2019

GUYS! It's National Cat Day!!! Anyone who knows me, knows how crazy I am about my furry little babies. Toby (pictured), especially, lol. Snickers is my other cat, he's like my crabby little old man. He's pushing 10, and lets me know it all the time. Toby just turned 3 ... and lets me know THAT all the time, too. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Who are YOU celebrating today??

Drop a pic below!
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10/28/2019

Yep, it’s Monday and there’s nothing we can do about that. So here’s a relaxing waterfall to remind you the weekend is on its way soon. #waterfalls #crabtreefalls #asphotova #spurcellphotog #portraitphotography #weddingphotography #virginiaphotographer #northernvirginiaweddings #novaweddings #dcweddings #marylandweddings #weddingphotographer #loudounweddings⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#bestoftheday #photoinspirations

10/21/2019

Monday's got me like... ⠀
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Anyone else having a case of the Monday's, and wishing you could just hit reset?

10/20/2019

Guess who's up on the blog!! Our gorgeous mama to be, Azzeza!

Link in the first comment!

10/18/2019

Go ahead, let loose. We won’t tell. It’s finally Friday!

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10/17/2019

Now live on the blog! A surprise proposal at Stone Tower Winery!!

Link in the first comment :)

10/16/2019

Taking a walk down memory lane today, remembering this amazing engagement session with Alex and Holly! Still one of my all-time favorite images!!

10/13/2019

Earlier this week, we said to watch out for some exciting news.. well here it is!! We are changing our name to A&S Photography!! Sean and I are both really excited about this, it's something we've been discussing for awhile, and we finally found the right fit!

Over the next few days, you'll see all of our web presence change over, and behind the scenes, we will be migrating our email. I'll post more about that in our blog section (like to that always in the profile), but for now, let's celebrate!!

10/09/2019

So it's been an exceptionally long time since we've blogged... but I've taken care of that tonight!! A couple posts are waiting in the wings, and tonight I hit publish on a post that's been hanging around for far too long... BUT, I needed to share the beautiful love between Megan and Jarred, of Megan Crawford Photography.

Link in the first comment, since apparently FB now hates links, haha.

10/04/2019

If you aren't laughing this hard during your photo shoot, you may have chosen the wrong photographer, lol ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

09/03/2019

Here's one more of this goddess before I call it a night!!!

09/02/2019

Yesterday was an absolutely magical day with this gorgeous mama!! I have so many amazing photos of her, it was hard to pick one to share RIGHTNOW!! Isn't she positively radiant!? 😍

05/13/2018

Whether your kids have two legs, four legs, or angel wings - today is your day. Happy Mother's Day!!

05/12/2018

Taking Details to the Next Level | AKP Jazzy Retreat | Northern Virginia Photographer

Happy Saturday everyone! It's been almost two months, but my time in New Orleans with AKP Retreat has made it to the blog!! It's sort of going to be a two-part blog, with this piece being about the retreat itself (and showing off my flat lay skills), and the next one being about the anniversary shoot we did while down there!

https://www.seanpurcellphotography.com/blog/2018/5/6/elevating-details

Amanda

Back in March, I had the privilege to attend my fourth AKP Retreat . One of these days I’ll get the first three blogged, but for now I want to share a bit about my time in New Orleans with you.  Each retreat that I have attended has been such an incredible experience, and all four have be

05/07/2018

Monday's got me like... ☕️☕️☕️
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Any guesses on how many cups of coffee it will take to get me through this week? (hint: it's Mother's Day next Sunday, and I work in flower wholesale)
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Photo credit: Alisha Faith Photography