Some weddings feel like a love letter to the city they’re set in—and M & T’s Washington, DC celebration was exactly that. Documented on both digital and 35mm film, their day was filled with movement, laughter, and unforgettable pockets of stillness. As a DC film wedding photographer, I live for days like this: raw, stylish, […]

If you’re trusting me with the most important day of your life, it’s only fair you know what I’m bringing to the party. Below: a peek inside the camera bag of a Maryland and DC film wedding photographer — the tools I use, the film I obsess over, and the gear that helps me chase […]

This summer wedding at Omni Shoreham in Washington, DC featured classic design, vibrant florals, and a celebration under the stars.

AHHHHHH! When Sarah of Sarah James Photography (photography) and Ritual Unions (full service wedding planning) reached out to me to photograph her bridal shower at Cylburn Arboretum last summer, I was ecstatic (let’s be honest, I always am when an inquiry comes in). But if you know anything about this Baltimore based wedding photographer and […]

Nestled in the heart of Washington, D.C., the Library of Congress is more than just a repository of knowledge—it is a masterpiece of American architecture and history. Established in 1800, it is the largest library in the world, housing millions of books, manuscripts, and photographs. The Thomas Jefferson Building, where many photography sessions take place, […]

The American Pharmacists Association headquarters is a privately owned building on the National Mall. It’s located on Constitution Avenue, and it’s sixth floor Potomac View Terrace has unparalleled views of the Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and other iconic DC sights. If it’s classic elegance and jaw dropping view you desire, have your wedding at […]

As a way to commemorate turning a page in their story together, this couple’s engagement was a recreation of their very first date! They started the morning off with a fun walk through the National Arboretum. Coincidentally, there was a race happening that morning, so although parking was a bit hectic, we had full use […]

If you’re looking to do a session in a public area, such as a botanical garden, I will always recommend the earliest or the latest time slot. It’s very rare that those times will coincide with golden hours (the hour immediately following sunrise, or the hour right before sunset) but when it does happen….it’s MAGICAL. […]

This lovely LGBTQ+ couple got engaged in Silver Springs at a bus stop bench in a peaceful, quaint neighborhood. They first connected during COVID, and would take long walks through this neighborhood and relax on this bench – simply enjoying each others company and companionship. It made perfect sense that this is where they would […]

When a couple asks me “what should be do for our engagement session?”, my response will always be, “What do you like doing together?” Whatever that answer is – that’s what we should do. This late October engagement session was centered around a stroll through their neighborhood, a quick stop for – quite possibly the […]

This originally ran in the 2024 Local Love supplement in the July issue of Baltimore magazine.

Engagement photos are a wonderful way to celebrate and document the love and excitement leading up to your wedding day. Choosing the right location for these photos can set the tone and provide a stunning backdrop that reflects your personality as a couple. If you’re looking for a unique, artistic, and visually striking venue, consider […]