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The hardest part about sharing P & G’s wedding? Choosing which photos to post. 🤍Venue: Hair and makeup: Floral: Some...
06/09/2026

The hardest part about sharing P & G’s wedding? Choosing which photos to post. 🤍

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Some weddings are beautiful. Some weddings are joyful. And every once in a while, you get a wedding that feels like a warm hug from beginning to end.

P & G celebrated with an intimate gathering at L’Auberge Provençale, surrounded by their closest family and friends. The forecast called for a hot Virginia summer day, but somehow everything fell perfectly into place.

There was incredible food, endless laughter, heartfelt conversations, and the kind of love that makes everyone in the room feel lucky to witness it.

One of our favorite surprises was seeing one of our past couples there as guests. Moments like that remind us how small and connected the wedding community can be—and how special it is to continue celebrating alongside the couples we’ve had the honor of photographing over the years.

And honestly? This gallery is packed with favorites. The candid laughs, the quiet glances, the happy tears, the way P & G looked at each other all day long—it made narrowing down these images nearly impossible.

After the reception, we slipped away to the State Arboretum of Virginia for a few more portraits. The afternoon light peeked through the summer skies just enough to give us the most beautiful backdrop for those first moments as newlyweds.

If you’re recently engaged and dreaming of a wedding day that feels relaxed, meaningful, and centered on the people you love most, let this be your reminder: your wedding doesn’t have to be big to be unforgettable.

P & G, thank you for trusting us with these memories. What a beautiful way to begin your forever. ✨

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One of the most meaningful parts of a Chinese/Vietnamese wedding day is the tea ceremony—a beautiful tradition rooted in...
06/04/2026

One of the most meaningful parts of a Chinese/Vietnamese wedding day is the tea ceremony—a beautiful tradition rooted in love, respect, and family.

Surrounded by parents and loved ones, the couple serves tea as a heartfelt gesture of gratitude for the generations who helped shape their journey. It’s a moment filled with blessings, laughter, happy tears, and the kind of connection that reminds us what weddings are truly about.

It was such an honor to witness P and G’s tea ceremony and document these meaningful moments shared with their families. And can we take a moment to appreciate G’s traditional dress? It was absolutely stunning and added such elegance and cultural significance to an already beautiful celebration.

We love documenting these quiet yet powerful moments—the embraces, the proud smiles, and the stories passed from one generation to the next.

A beautiful beginning, grounded in tradition and surrounded by love. ❤️

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I’m not even sure where to start with this one. 🥹Last week was full of celebrations as my brother-in-law and his fiancée...
05/31/2026

I’m not even sure where to start with this one. 🥹

Last week was full of celebrations as my brother-in-law and his fiancée flew in from Florida for my daughter’s high school graduation. Between family gatherings, happy tears, and all the excitement, we carved out an hour at sunrise for an engagement session at the Jefferson Memorial—and I’m so grateful we did.

Even though it was an overcast morning, the sun peeked through the clouds every now and then, giving us little pockets of beautiful light. Add in the Washington Monument in the background and these two being completely adorable together, and honestly, it couldn’t have been a more perfect DC morning.

They’ll be tying the knot in Florida this July, and after spending this morning with them, I’m even more excited for their next chapter together.

📍 Jefferson Memorial | Washington, DC

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Had so much fun capturing my youngest high school graduation photo in DC. I’m proud of all she has accomplished and so e...
05/18/2026

Had so much fun capturing my youngest high school graduation photo in DC.

I’m proud of all she has accomplished and so excited to see where life takes her next. Wishing her endless success, happiness, and unforgettable adventures as she steps into this new season of life.

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The wedding day details may seem small, but they hold so much of the story.The invitation suite carefully chosen months ...
05/14/2026

The wedding day details may seem small, but they hold so much of the story.

The invitation suite carefully chosen months ago, the perfume she’ll always associate with this morning, the heirloom earrings from mom, the vows folded by hand, and the flowers that tie it all together. ✨

Flatlay details are more than pretty photos — they become the first chapter of your wedding gallery, capturing all the little pieces that made your day uniquely yours.

Pro tip for brides: gather all your details in one box before the wedding day so your photographer can create these timeless images while you relax and enjoy the morning.

DMV wedding photographer capturing the intentional details, meaningful moments, and everything in between.

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A mother’s love is woven into every little moment leading up to this day. 🤍The gentle hands fixing her veil, the quiet s...
05/10/2026

A mother’s love is woven into every little moment leading up to this day. 🤍

The gentle hands fixing her veil, the quiet smile, the way she looks at her daughter one more time before letting her walk into a new chapter.

These are the moments that mean everything.
The ones filled with pride, love, memories, and a heart that’s feeling it all at once.

To all the moms who have loved endlessly, supported quietly, and stood beside their daughters through every season — Happy Mother’s Day. Your love is forever part of the story!

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E & M tied the knot in on a day that kept us all glancing at the sky. Rain was in the forecast, but it graciously held ...
05/05/2026

E & M tied the knot in on a day that kept us all glancing at the sky.

Rain was in the forecast, but it graciously held off just long enough for us to capture all their portraits —calm, romantic, and full of those in-between moments that matter most.

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Their celebration was intimate and heartfelt, surrounded by their closest people, making every moment feel even more personal and meaningful.

Congratulations E & M—here’s to your next chapter together! We wish you a lifetime filled with love and laughter.

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There’s a moment on a wedding day that always slows everything down… 🤍When mom sees her daughter in her dress for the ve...
04/22/2026

There’s a moment on a wedding day that always slows everything down… 🤍

When mom sees her daughter in her dress for the very first time.

It’s in the pause at the doorway.
The way her eyes instantly fill.
The quiet “you look beautiful” that carries years of love, memories, and letting go all at once.

It’s not just about the dress.
It’s about seeing the little girl she raised… and the woman she’s become.

These are the moments that can’t be recreated or posed — only felt. And they’re always some of the most meaningful images in the entire gallery.

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It’s more than the big moments—it’s everything in between 🤍The way you look at each other during the vows,the little ges...
04/20/2026

It’s more than the big moments—it’s everything in between 🤍

The way you look at each other during the vows,
the little gestures no one plans,
the joy that just spills out once it’s official.

That’s the story your photos should tell.

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04/16/2026

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