Clare + Andrew // Raleigh, NC Wedding Photographer

Heyyyy there everyone. : ) Things have been pretty quiet on the blog this year due to our growing family (and therefore my limited bookings!), but I am very excited to share a wedding with y'all today that I shot last June. Clare and Andrew got married at St. Francis of Assisi, and the reception was held in downtown Raleigh at The Stockroom at 230.

I have known Clare since college (more on our friendship HERE), and I was so honored when she asked me to photograph her and Andrew's wedding. Everyone who spoke at their reception talked about how Clare and Andrew always strive to help people be the best versions of themselves, and I couldn't agree more. They are two of the kindest, most generous and thoughtful people that I know, and I'm lucky that they chose me to document such an important day in their lives.

My favorite parts of their wedding day were the moments of anticipation leading up to the first look, the heartfelt toasts given by their family, the band (you guys...I couldn't stop dancing to Whiskey Rebellion...so good!) and the food (Andrew specifically designed the menu and boy did it rock my taste buds!). Oh, and just simply being surrounded by some insanely nice folks all day was a real treat.

Bride's dress: Mori Lee
Bride's shoes: Becca & Louise
Bridesmaids' dresses: Azazie
Groom's attire: Snapsuits
Bride's makeup and hair: WINK Hair + Makeup
Florals: Fallon's Flowers
Coordinator: Hazel Weddings and Events
Ceremony music: Veritas Springs
Cake: Publix Bakery
Band: Whiskey Rebellion
Caterer: PoshNosh Catering
Invitations: designed by the couple, with help from the bride's godfather, Doug Smith
Programs: DIY by the couple
Rings: Diamonds Direct
Calligraphy, napkins and hanging wreath: DIY by the mother of the bride

Enjoy some of my favorites, and congrats to the newlyweds! : )

Amanda + Rob // Frederick, MD Wedding Photographer

Get ready for this stunning wedding! You may remember Amanda & Rob's downtown Frederick engagement session. I loved getting to know them then, and it made me super excited for their wedding day. Their love is effortless and beautiful. Plus, I discovered that they are comfortable (and amazing!) with each other in front of a camera, which also made me super stoked for their big day.

When I met with them last summer to hear about their wedding, it totally felt like we were old friends. Amanda and Rob are both warm and charismatic people, and they really placed their trust in me to document their wedding in an artful way. My favorite parts of the day were the couple's first look (so many tears!), the portraits in the stunning vineyard, the gorgeous views at the ceremony, and the couple's first dance to "I Won't Give Up" by Jason Mraz (so many more tears!).

Bride's dress: TLC Bridal
Bride's shoes: Nine West
Bridesmaids' dresses: chosen individually by each ‘maid
Groom's attire: Joseph Abboud
Groomsmen attire: Calvin Klein
Makeup: Jennifer Barber
Hair: Caiti El-Shafey
Florals: Nancy Poole Floral Designs
Coordinator: Heather Porcella of Truly Your Event
Cake: Piece O’ Cake
Officiant & DJ: Ted Garber Music
Caterer: Fine Cuisine Catering
Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas
Programs: Etsy
Rings: Colonial Jewelers (special shout out to Sarena!)

Amanda and Rob got married in early July at Linganore Winecellars in Mount Airy, Maryland. I'm so happy we've become friends and I am delighted to share my favorites with you all! Enjoy. : )

Mary + Seth // Northern, VA Wedding Photographer

I don't even know where to begin... This day was incredible and this couple is incredible. I met Mary in college at UNC, and even though we haven't kept in touch all that much over the years, she's the type of person who is so sincere that it makes it really easy to pick back up the relationship and remember so easily why you were friends in the first place. I met Seth the day of their wedding and he is Mary's perfect match. He gave me a hug like we were old friends and was so genuine and kind the whole day.

Bride’s dress: Aria
Bride’s shoes: Loeffler Randall
Bridesmaids’ dresses: individually chosen
Groom’s attire: JoS. A. Bank
Groomsmen attire: Banana Republic, Tux & Tulle (ties)
Florals: Barb Webb
Ceremony music: Julie Kwolyk
Reception music: Matthew Davey Productions
Caterer: Red Hub Food Co.
Rings: Susie Heartwell
Transportation: Easy Riders Bus Company

Laid-back sophistication is how I describe the style of Mary + Seth's wedding. And I LOVED it. So chill yet so glamorous. Most of the vendors were friends of the couple, which made it that much more special for them. Seth and Mary have the kindest hearts imaginable and their wedding day was a true reflection and celebration of the love they share for each other and family & friends. One of my favorite things was how they had saved all of their love notes/mementos to each other from during their dating years and displayed them for guests to read.

I loved every minute of this day! Enjoy the photos... : )

Seth + Mary // Charlottesville, VA Wedding Photographer Preview

Hi everyone! It's been awhile since I posted. Things have been prettyyy busy since Rio was born last winter. : ) Hopefully I'll be able to post a personal update soon! But first: these two. Mary and Seth got married over Memorial Day weekend, and I wanted to share a couple of frames from their awesome day. I mean...have you ever seen a bride chest bump her groom on their wedding day?! Ahhhmazing. More to come from this fun day!

CHRISTIN + CAREY - Lewes Yacht Club Wedding

I loved loved LOVED shooting this wedding. I adore this snap of Christin and Carey not long after they became husband and wife -- such happiness! Their wedding day was so laid back and beautiful. The couple got married in Lewes, Delaware in mid-April, and it couldn't have been a more gorgeous and fulfilling day. The ceremony was at the Canalfront park, and the reception was held at the beautiful Lewes Yacht Club (such a stunning sunset!).

Bride's dress: Justin Alexander Bride's shoes: Nine West Bridesmaid dress: J.Crew Groom's bowtie: Acclaimed Accessories Makeup: Michelle Burns (family friend) Hair: Ryan Burns (family friend) Florals: Flowers by Mayumi Ceremony music: Barry, Larry & Greg Clinton (Carey's uncles) Cakes: 12 different kinds (!!!) made by various family and friends Band: The Band of Dan Caterer: Lewes Yacht Club Invitations: Apropos Rings: Continental Jewelers (engagement ring -- McConnell family heirloom) Transportation: Jolly Trolley

I met Christin through her younger sister, Kelly, who I did an internship with in New York City during college. I'm SO grateful that Kelly kept up with my blog and thought of me when her sister got engaged. These two families couldn't have been sweeter. I loved how so many of their friends and family helped out with the details! Enjoy some of my favorites from this gorgeous and exciting day!

And thanks so much to Heather Baker for helping me shoot!

So gorgeous!

Seeing Carey with his nieces and nephew was just the sweetest.

I LOVE Carey's nephew's reaction during their first kiss. Priceless!

This house once belonged to Carey's great great grandfather. Amazing! We had to get a couple of shots on the porch.

Lewes is such a charming little town!