Lots of times engagement sessions serve as the ice breaker, lets you get acquainted with the couple. Allows you to work out the kinks prior to their wedding. But sometimes it just serves as a good ol time hanging out with two new friends and that is exactly what this felt like. There was no ice to break, not kinks to work out because we all just meshed perfectly, we really were just hanging out and making photos. Here are a few of my favorites from Laura and Eric's engagement session.
Donica + Alan - An Old Hickory Golf Club Wedding || Virginia Wedding Photographers
I met Donica and Alan when I first photographed their engagement session. I immediately could tell that they were really into each other and noticed how Alan couldn't keep his hands of her. Their chemistry on camera was a testament to their chemistry in real life. I'm honored to have been able to document their wedding day and the early stages of their new Baby Bump. Congratulations guys and I wish you the best in you new life together as you start you new family.



















































Shari + Darrell - A UMD Love Story || Washington DC Wedding Photographers
One of the many jobs of a wedding photographer is to pay attention to the details, not just the typical stuff like the flower arrangements, the decor, something blue, something borrowed or the dress. The minor details, those often gone unnoticed. A subtle smile, a deep breath, a bride fiddling with her ring because she's anxious. We are meant to notice these things, these are the little details that truly tell your story. When I photographed Shari and Darrell's Engagement session I noticed quite a bit. In between creating stunning images I was able to see them as a couple, how he gently touched her, how he made her feel warm inside and most importantly how they both made each other laugh. That laughter was electrifying, the joy they shared together was contagious, just being around their happiness made me happy. I have never been around a more compatible couple. Every relationship has it's ups and downs but their ups look extremely promising. Their wedding day was not short of such emotions, they laughed, they cried and they looked ever so classy while doing it all. Here are a few of my favorites from their wedding day.








































































