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For us, it’s the experiences, the travel, the connections, and the iconic fashion of weddings that we love. This blog is our inside edit of all those things and more.  

Goodstone Inn is one of my absolute favorite Middleburg wedding venues, so I was very excited to collaborate on this Anthropologie inspired engagement session with Pamela Barefoot Events. It is always fun to get get out of the office, be creative, and have a bit of fun with industry friends. Planning – Pamela Barefoot Events […]

Girl sitting on window ledge with green vines

Anthropologie Inspired Engagement Session | Goodstone Inn | Pamela Barefoot Events and Design

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Bride and groom embracing in garden

Sydney and Brian’s Shadow Creek wedding day was so full of love and family. They had blue skies and the most amazing golden sunset. Grit and Grace did a beautiful job with every detail! Planning and Design- Grit & Grace Venue- Shadow Creek Weddings and events Florals- Sweet Root Village Makeup and Hair- Priscilla M […]

Sydney + Brian | Shadow Creek Wedding | Grit and Grace

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Chesney + Travis’ wedding at the Intercontinental DC Wharf with Kelley Cannon Events was truly such a beautiful, amazing and heartfelt day. These two are what wedding dreams are made of. They were so thoughtful (and our mutual love for Old Town, Alexandria was a bonus), their families were so welcoming, and every detail from […]

Bride and groom kiss in between bridal party

Chesney + Travis | Intercontinental DC Wharf Wedding | Kelley Cannon Events

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Couple kissing in courtyard

Jillian + Justin’s Georgetown engagement session was so fun and a wonderful way to enjoy this little hidden gem in the city. Joined by their adorable boy, Kaden, it truly was the most perfect family affair. Cannot wait for their upcoming wedding at Great Marsh Estates with Anne Kelley Events!

Jillian + Justin | Georgetown Engagement Session

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Vanessa + Jim’s wedding with Anne Kelley Events was quintessential DC at The Ritz Carlton in Georgetown. The day was full of laughter, personal touches and their mutual love of champagne. From the moment I met Vanessa and Jim, it felt like we could talk for hours! I absolutely loved being able to share this […]

Bride and groom noses touching

Vanessa + Jim | The Ritz Carlton Hotel Georgetown Wedding | Anne Kelley Events and Design | DC Wedding

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Bridesmaids in blue dresses

This wedding at Potomac View Terrace at The American Pharmacists Association with Anne Kelley Events and Design was the perfect way to celebrate with family and friends in the heart of DC. It was beautiful to see how Henry honored his family’s heritage with his kilt, and the rooftop views at Potomac View Terrace was […]

Catherine + Henry | Potomac View Terrace Wedding | Anne Kelley Events | DC Wedding

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Monika + Zak had the most gorgeous wedding day at Stone Tower Winery! We spent the day enjoying the sunshine and beautiful VA countryside, and their outdoor ceremony overlooking the rolling hills was simply perfection. It was so wonderful to watch them dance the night away together! Venue | Stone Tower Winery Florals | Petals By The Shore […]

bride and groom kissing

Monica + Zack | Stone Tower Winery Wedding | Virginia Winery Wedding

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10 Destination Wedding Venues | Astrid Photography

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Top 10 Best Destination Wedding Venues

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Bride and groom walk down walkway holding hands

Lindsey and Peter had the sweetest wedding at Evergreen Country Club and I wanted to take a moment to share a few favorites before leaving for some travel! Check out their Georgetown engagement session here! Vendor Credits: Venue | Evergreen Country Club Hair/Makeup | Agape Hair and Makeup

Lindsey + Peter | Evergreen Country Club Wedding | Virginia Wedding

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I photographed Ann + Ryan’s wedding reception at Bobby Mckeys so when they reached out about photographing their growing family, I was beyond thrilled. Ann was simply perfection, and could not be more adorable with her beautiful growing belly and her infectious smile. The road to get here was far from easy for them, which just made […]

expecting parents kiss on lawn

Ann + Ryan | River Farm Maternity Session

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Mother sits by window holding baby

Sarah and Nathaniel were my beautiful bride and groom not that long ago, and now they have grown their family to three. Miss Isabelle was such an absolute joy, and there is nothing better than watching my couples continue to grow and start their own families.

Sarah + Nathanial | DC Newborn Session | DC Family Portraits

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