8
Aug
Jody and Chris – Reid Temple & The Hotel at University of Maryland
a Maryland Wedding / Maryland photographer / Maryland wedding photographer / slideshows / The Hotel at the University of Maryland / weddings / 2 Comments / August 8, 2019

 

It’s always a pleasure to put the day’s best photos together and let the slideshow tell the story of the day!  Check out Jody and Chris’ day as it unfolded.  From The Hotel at the University of Maryland to the famous Reid Temple and back again… what fun was had by all who attended.  The happy couple found it in their hearts to brave the heat for me to even take pictures of them outside on one of the hottest days of the year thusfar.  I love my couples for trusting me!  It was my pleasure to capture their day with all of their dear family and friends surrounding them with excitement and love.

 

 

Behind every beautiful wedding is an awesome team:

Wedding Coordinator: Ashley Dunn and Team at  Elle Nicole Events

Make Up Artist:  Renata Lynette Makeup

Hair: Tamika Johnson : IG @tamikashairstory

Brides Dress:  Elegance By Roya

Church:  Reid Temple

Venue:  The Hotel

DJ:


3
Jun
Waiting on Baby T
Baby Shower / party / Photography / slideshows / 1 Comment / June 3, 2019

What a pleasure it is to once again capture a very important day in my client’s life.  Tamia and Adam are #whimsy4life clients who’s wedding day was captured by me years ago.  I’m was thrilled then to be a part of that day and I am once again so happy for this amazing couple as they begin this next chapter – Waiting for Baby T.

As their guests arrived I was excited to see all of the family that were there at the Bridal shower and Wedding Day.  Yes, I pulled the camera away to greet them all with big hugs and congratulations.  Neighbors and other friends who I didn’t know were equally as nice and joyful to be there.  The quiet conversations ensued while I made my rounds taking candid photos of this special occasion.    Nothing but nothing beats good friends, family, food, cake, balloon walls, special favor bags, roses, special details, cocktails, smiles, hugs and social graces.   I’ll be excited to see this bundle of love when he arrives.  One thing is clear… everyone is full of blissful  anticipation and he will be forever loved.

Be sure to take a look at their slideshow below:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


17
May
Kourtney and Zoey – maternity and newborn split session
Uncategorized / 0 Comment / May 17, 2019

What a pleasure to capture Kourtney.  We played with subtle makeup, twisted and tousled hair and wrapped and dressed her up in various colors.  I looked at her belly and thought it was the most perfect baby bump I’d ever seen.  Just perfect.  With mom and one aunt in tow, we worked until I was smiling in the back of the camera after every frame.  Mom beamed with pride and Auntie turned into a stylist/assistant.

Fast forward 4 weeks and little Zoey Grace was born.  Aren’t all babies, the gift’s from God that they are, just perfect.  She was absolutely no exception.  PERFECT!!!

The resulting images captured this moment in time for everyone.  I love when my clients understand the importance of capturing the moments that last a lifetime…

Check out Koutney and Zoey’s slideshow:

Introducing Zoey Grace!  Just adorable…

Mom and Auntie get in for a few… It’s memory making time!!!


15
May
Michael and Marlyn – Married – Clyde’s Willow Creek Farm Wedding
slideshows / weddings / 2 Comments / May 15, 2019

Not a cloud in the sky.  What a beautiful day to get married.  Michael, Matthew (his son) and sisters arrived and introduced themselves to me.  He moved deliberately among his sisters who helped him and Matthew with their boutonnieres.  Slowly the guests began to trickle in and one by one greeted Michael with a smile, handshake, and hug.  They were all family and there to support the union of Michael and Marlyn.  I stood back, captured the scene and waited for the bride.  One of her best friends was there waiting for her to arrive.  She looked nervous and called several times to find out her ETA.  And just like that, a car rolled up in the driveway and out popped the Bride. Marlyn was like a ray of sunshine.  She gave me a big hug, hurried to gather her things, gave them to her friend and disappeared, just a quickly as she arrived, into a room to get dressed.  Minutes later she was walking down the aisle on the arm of Matthew.  As they moved into full view I could see Marlyn was extremely happy.  I turned to capture Michael and his smile was broad.  I was elated for the couple as I knew, at that moment, they were happy and were ready for this journey.  Married… Marlyn and Michael trusted me to capture their intimate wedding and all of their family and friends.   It was elegant and beautiful.

We walked the grounds of Clyde’s Willow Creek Farm to find an appropriate spot for photos.  I was happy to find the bridge and the landscape that make the photos so picturesque.

Michael and Marlyn, thank you so much for trusting me to capture your beautiful day.  I was honored to be among the few to witness your union and thereafter capture the details that made your union and celebration so special.

 

 


1
Nov
John and Meghan: Married – Top of The Town Wedding – Arlington Virginia
Uncategorized / 0 Comment / November 1, 2018

I love the hustle and bustle of a wedding day.  All of it… makeup, hair, shoes, dresses, suits, bow-ties, ties, boutonnieres, corsages, bouquets etc.  It’s truly an exciting time.  As I am getting to know the bridesmaids I start the capture of the essentials… dress, shoes, jewelry, bouquets and then go down the road that leads me.  In this case, the girls were ready and I was just a little bit shocked.  I decided to get their photos as Meghan finished up so we went outside and took photos under the “cigar tree”.  The history of the Clark home is fascinating likewise the “name” of the tree outside.

Once Meghan was ready to get into her dress it was hustle time and the pace picked up considerably.  I quickly took a few photos of her getting dressed, one outside with the girls then I was off to the church as Dr. Clark reminded everyone that it was TIME!!!

From that point on capturing the photos of John and Meghan’s day was just fun.  Their family (Meghan’s endless girl cousins with a sprinke of a college friend) and friends (John’s friends from Austin with a spray of in-laws to be) were such a fun bunch to shoot.  They provided me with endless smiles throughout the afternoon and evening and welcomed me in to capture it all.   The party began after the formalities at the reception venue, Top Of The Town, and continued well into the night.

John and Meghan, thanks so much for letting me tag along for this ride and trusting me with one of the most important days of your young lives.  I enjoyed every minute of your fun filled evening and loved capturing the moments that will truly last you a lifetime.  May you continue to be blessed in your relationship and your growing family.

 

The florals throughout the day by Karen’s of Calvert… These colors are just perfect for a fall wedding!

 

Meghan’s dress was simply perfect for her… from  David’s Bridal

 

 

This little one all dressed up and ready to go!

 

One of those moments that only a picture can capture….

Proud moment… Dr. Clark and his daughter…

 

 

The guys stood in perfect formation throughout…

 

 

St. Ambrose Catholic Church provided the perfect backdrop for this ceremony

 

 

 

Let me introduce you to this cute couple…Mr. and Mrs. John Maigatter

 

Gorgeous dresses by were the perfect burgundy color and again…those florals!!!

 

Not to be outdone, the guys showed up and showed out with their blue suits and perfectly appointed burgundy ties by The Men’s Warehouse

 

 

 

Cocktail hour commences at Top of the Town  in Arlington Virginia

 

 

Top Of The Town boasts to have the most spectaular view in the city…. Yes, I think this about does it!

 

 

 

Yes the views at the Top of the Town are quite spectacular!

 

 

DJsway (Josh)  kept the music going well into the night….

No resisting here… Delicious cupcakes by Main Event Caterer’s

 

The perfect sendoff to the happy couple….

 

 

There is always a host of vendors that make this all possible:

Main Event Caterers
Karen’s of Calvert – florist
Chris Styles DJs – specifically DJ Sway – Josh
Party Rental Ltd – linens
Bonnie Thaden – Day of Coordinator
David’s Bridal – wedding dress and bridesmaids dresses
Men’s Warehouse – Groom, Fathers and Groomsmen’s attire

Take a look at their video that highlights their beautiful day…



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