LUEM Photography

11/02/2026

I think there’s something really special about spreading a wedding celebration over three days. There’s time to slow down, catch up with people you don’t see often, laugh a little longer, and just enjoy everyone’s company.

And for me, getting to photograph all of that, not just the wedding day itself, was such a pleasure. Thank you, Mairin and Joel, for having me along for all three days.

Multi-Day Celebrations | NVA Weddings | Wedding Photography | Virginia Wedding Photographer | Focused on Moments

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

Taking her mother’s wedding gown and making it her own. 🤍
I’ve always loved this idea. Seeing how a dress can be transformed to reflect a new bride’s style while still holding onto the original spirit of the gown makes it all the more special. A little bit of the past, made new for the next chapter.

Virginia Weddings | Something Old | Something New | VA. Wedding Photographer

10/08/2026

You know wonderful moments and photographs are sure to come when a couple like this doesn’t just take one day to celebrate their love, but three full days of love and festivity.

I was so lucky to be one of the guests there to witness it all — from a tucked-away Greek restaurant that transported us to another country, to Friday night pickleball, and finally a wedding reception party to remember.

Three days, so many memories, and one beautiful celebration of two people who are so loved.

The team:
Photography: Virginia Wedding Photographer
Videography: Washington DC Wedding Videographer
Hair: A S A L S T U D I O S 🦋🇺🇲
Makeup: ⋘ Taleen
Venue: Tavernacretekouva
Cake: Audrey
Florist: The Grove
Officiant: Elle
Day of Coordination: Caroline with Tiny Wedding Co.

08/21/2026

One photographer, one bouquet of flowers, a fun, up-for-anything couple and DC seemingly all to ourselves. 🌆

08/19/2026

August, with its sunflowers pointing toward the sunlight, while the days ever so slightly begin to shorten and we move toward a new season of life.

New love. Young love. The kind that makes you look ahead with a little wonder at all that is still to come.

08/16/2026

Hello, I’m Jonlaya.

Re-introducing myself to some of you, and saying, “Hello, it’s good to see you again!” to others.

I’m a wedding photographer, drawn to the true, fun, fleeting moments of one of the best days of your life. The moments that seem to pass all too quickly.

If you’re anything like me, you’re probably wondering how summer managed to pass in the blink of an eye. Heck, the whole year seems to be doing the same.

As I head into the second half of wedding season, I’m feeling especially grateful. I’m looking forward to the couples I’ll have the privilege of working with, the industry professionals I’ll meet for the first time, the familiar faces I’ll get to see again, and, of course, getting out on the dance floor with all of you.

Mostly, I’m looking forward to doing what I love: being there, paying attention, and recording the memories that will one day become the pieces of your story you look back on.

A recorder of memories.

I’m feeling very lucky to get to do this. So thankful. Let's do this.

08/01/2026

Those small, meaningful details that make a wedding day uniquely yours.

07/06/2026

Every bride tells a story long before she walks down the aisle. This moment—full of anticipation, grace, and quiet joy—is one of my favorites to capture.

06/23/2026

Hi, I’m Jonlaya — the face behind LUEM Photography. 🤍

If you’re new here, welcome! I’m a Northern Virginia wedding photographer passionate about documenting love stories in a way that feels genuine, emotional, and timeless.

My approach is simple: I want you to be fully present on your wedding day while I capture both the intimate moments and the grand celebrations that make your story uniquely yours. From the quiet hand squeezes before the ceremony to the joyful chaos of the dance floor, I believe the best photographs are the ones that help you relive exactly how it felt.

Beyond creating beautiful images, I care deeply about the experience I provide. Your wedding photographer is one of the people you’ll spend the most time with on your wedding day—often 8 to 10 hours by your side. My goal is to be more than someone holding a camera; I want to be a calming presence, your biggest hype woman, a problem solver when needed, and someone you’re genuinely excited to have around.

I serve couples who value authentic connection, meaningful moments, and photographs that tell the full story of their day.

I’m so glad you’re here, and I can’t wait to celebrate with you. ✨

📍Northern Virginia Wedding Photographer
Serving couples throughout Virginia, D.C., and Maryland.