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Candlelit Wedding at Mellon Auditorium

Wedding Portraits at Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, Ceremony at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Sarah Bradshaw Photography, DC Wedding Photographer

 
 

“I think the moment you realize you’re in love with your best friend, is the moment you know they’re the one…” and isn’t that all any of us could ask for? Tom and Rachel‘s Romantic Candlelight Italian Wedding at the Andrew Mellon Auditorium was as heartfelt, thoughtful, and tender as the couple themselves.

Playing off of the timeless architecture, marble, and gilt details within the Mellon Auditorium, the couple chose navy as a complimenting color. They adorned the tables with gold votives and candlesticks to bring warmth to the large space. Well-placed lighting and draping by Atmosphere, Inc. gave a sense of intimacy to the celebration, in spite of the 300 person guest list, and a pasta starter in place of a salad course made guests feel welcomed to a family dinner table.

Much of the food and drink served represented special places for the couple— Chicken Parm sliders as a nod to Tom’s Brooklyn roots, and Crab Cake Sliders for Rachel’s DC upbringing. There were also signature cocktails to celebrate their honeymoon location of France, as well as their current home of NYC. Mini bottles of Georgetown Olive Oil made the perfect Italian favor.

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With nearly 20 years of experience behind the lens and a portfolio that spans four continents, Sarah brings a refined, story-driven approach to the events of a wedding. Her work has published in Brides, Martha Stewart Weddings, Southern Living, as well as print & digital outlets around the globe.

Sarah Bradshaw is an internationally recognized wedding & event photographer. Combining a background in international photojournalism, a love for classical art, and a genuine interest in people, Sarah creates images that are at once iconic and intimate, effortless and intentional, in the moment and intended for a lifetime.