Fall Sneak Peeks | DC, Virginia and Maryland Wedding Photography

Fall is such an amazing and busy time for weddings and sessions in the DC area.  I'm simply beyond excited with the sneak peeks I have to share with you from this time of year!  I'm not even going to waste words because I know the images will do a much better job...

First, check out these fantastic Fall colors for Nia & Max's gorgeous ceremony at the Inn at Little Washington.

 

Michelle & Chris' fun engagement session on the campus of UVA.

 

Caroline & BJ's beautiful outdoor wedding at River Farm.

 

Tara & Matt's colorful engagement session in Old Town.

 

Jenny & Kirk's seaside celebration at Herrington on the Bay.

 

 And lastly, Lisa & Brian's chilly but oh-so-cozy engagement session at River Farm.

Christy & Billy | Airlie Center | VA wedding photography

Ceremony and reception: Airlie Center
Flowers: J. Morris Flowers
DJ: Mark with Harmany DJs

Christy and Billy were married this July at the beautiful Airlie Center in Warrenton. Their day was so full of smiles, I could barely believe it as I went back through their images. It was actually very difficult to find an image where Christy, Billy, or their families didn't have huge grins on their faces...I LOVE that! And to top things off...did I mention how gorgeous the grounds are around the Airlie House? Our portrait time went by waaaaay too quickly! The three of us were actually still running around the gardens just moments before their first dance trying to grab a few last shots. Thank you both so much for having me there! I was so happy to be a part of your day!

After some contemplation, I decided that their gorgeous rings didn't need anything else in the image. They are classic perfection!

The sheer happiness on Christy's face makes me smile every time I see this photo.

And this was the reaction of Christy's brother when he saw her ready in her gown.

One of my favorites of the day!

Or maybe this one. I'm torn! The light was beautiful and these two were so happy!

The reception was held in Airlie's open-air pavilion.

And one last great smile to end the night on!

Jennifer & Aaron | VA wedding photography

Ceremony: Sydenstricker United Methodist Church
Reception: Waterford at Springfield
Flowers: Lake Ridge Florist
DJ: DZ Entertainment - Mike Takacs

When I got to know Jen and Aaron during their engagement session last Fall, it was so easy to see how sweet these two are together and how their personalities just compliment and bring out the absolute best in one other. And I have been looking forward to their wedding ever since! It was an unseasonably hot day in May (90 degrees!) and we started with a few shots as Jen got dressed at the church. The emotions ran as high as the temperature and it was a fun day filled with a lot of tears, joy, and laughter. Congrats again to you both! I hope you had an amazing honeymoon and are back to enjoy the preview of your images!

As Jen walked across the street to hide out before Aaron arrived, she shouted, "We're getting married!!!" I love the simple joy of this image.

Jen fighting tears as she walks down the aisle.

The love and emotion were just written all over Aaron's face.

Love this one!

We didn't have long for portraits, but luckily there was this great old school house across the street.

And the vintage Rolls-Royce that they rented for the day also made a great backdrop for some images.

This departing shot is one of my absolute favorites from the night.