She was a reporter from Connecticut. He was a Capitol Hill communications director from Iowa. At a reception one day, he offered her an “exclusive” story that he had already given to The New York Times. He fell in love at first sight. She didn’t want to meet for a drink. On their first date, […]

Alen and Sarah first met in New York City through Columbia School of Business, but it took a few years for them to connect. When they did, they quickly fell in love, and Alen proposed at the same spot as their first date. Their gorgeous champagne-toned wedding at The Hay-Adams brought family and friends together […]

Elaine and Jamie met while working together and were just friends for several years. The two only started dating once Elaine moved thousands of miles away to work in London. They knew it was meant to be when the first few months of their relationship were spent traveling in Europe. It takes a special connection […]

Washington DC’s Cherry Blossoms are legendary. Three thousand trees, gracefully arching their ancient, fluffy-pink bows toward the Tidal Basin. Some may say that they’re overrated, but every time I get to see them, I’m absolutely in awe of them. For a few short days they make the world seem more kind, more thoughtful, like something from a […]

You’re engaged!! Congratulations!!! You’ve set a date, you’ve begun the planning process, and now you’re planning your engagement session. Here is the question of the hour— where should you take engagement portraits?? Thankfully, if you live in or near Washington, DC, you have dozens of stunning, iconic backgrounds to use as a backdrop for your love story. Of course […]

So many of my mornings begin with sunrise at the Lincoln and the surrounding areas— I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to showcase some iconic DC views, monuments, and landscapes. Enjoy.