Paula & Jamal | Westin Grand | DC wedding photographer

Ceremony: St. Peter's Catholic Church
Reception: Westin Grand
Hair Stylist: Hair by Jewels
Flowers: Twinbrook Floral Design
DJ: Evan with MyDeejay

I'm not sure that I even know where to begin for this blog post!!! There are just so many things that swim through my head when I think of Paula and Jamal and their beautiful wedding last month. I didn't have the opportunity to meet with them before they booked me last year, as Paula was living up in NYC at the time. So, we sufficed with a phone consultation. I remember Paula telling me about her dress and the vintage, art-deco feel that she was going for. It sounded striking and elegant at the same time, which is exactly my style (at least when it comes to my photography...don't look in my closet), so I was beyond excited at the prospect of photographing their wedding. Well lucky for me, Paula was also excited for me to photograph their wedding, so it was a done deal! We met a month or so later for the first time over drinks and dinner and proceeded to talk the night away. Their wedding couldn't come soon enough for me! And when I finally saw the two of them all dressed up and rocking it on their wedding day...I was like a kid in a candy store! So, thank you both for having me there and for being you! And now get ready for more than a few photos. We started with getting-ready time at the Westin Grand...

You know I was excited when I saw the bird-cage veil!

Stunning!

This image makes me giggle a little every time I see it.

Their hotel suite had the most beautiful light! Yay!

Jamal had the best grin on his face when he caught his first glimpse of Paula coming down the aisle.

Come to think of it, I don't think that smile left his face much at all during the ceremony...

I love Paula's expressions! She has this way of crinkling up her nose when she first smiles that is just too cute!

We found this wall that perfectly matched their colors...so fun!

Then it was off the the Westin Grand for their reception...

Great space!

And then the party got started...this group had a blast!

Last shot of the night...