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Dartmouth-Inspired Hay-Adams Hotel Wedding Logan and Elena’s wedding at the iconic Hay-Adams Hotel put Washington, DC at the front and center. From wedding party portraits in front of the Capitol Building, to family portraits overlooking the White House, the cities iconic architecture nearly stole the show. With colors taken from Dartmouth College (where they met), […]

Dartmouth-Inspired Hay-Adams Hotel Wedding

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Modern Wedding Editorial at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian

Desert Sunset-Inspired Modern Wedding Editorial at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian Featured on Style Me Pretty! In 2019, many DC-area Smithsonian museums opened their doors for private events like weddings for the very first time. You can imagine my excitement! I’m an avid museum lover, and I’m giddy at the prospect of […]

Engagement Portraits in DC, Spring Blooms Engagement Session at the United States Supreme Court, Sarah Bradshaw Photography, DC Engagement Photographer

Spring Blooms Engagement Session at US Supreme Court

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Cherry Blossom Elopement in Washington DC

Craig and Kara didn’t plan to elope during Cherry Blossom Season— they had already decided to forego a traditional wedding due to a family health situation, and opted for a quick and intimate ceremony at DC’s Moultrie Courthouse instead. But when the date for their wedding just happened to coincide with DC’s peak blooms, they […]

Wedding Portraits at Tidal Basin, Cherry Blossom Elopement in Washington DC, Sarah Bradshaw Photography

Ryan and Blakelee’s Modern Spring Wedding at The LINE Hotel DC was a black tie affair focused on warmth and intimacy. The bride incorporated her grandmother’s topaz ring, as well as a vintage headpiece that tied her look together seamlessly. The silhouette of her Anne Barge gown paired with her dotted Swiss tulle Christian Dior […]

Anne Barge Wedding Gown, Bride Getting Ready at The LINE Hotel DC, Modern Spring Wedding at The LINE Hotel DC, Wedding Ceremony at National United Methodist Church, Sarah Bradshaw Photography, DC Wedding Photographer

Modern Spring Wedding at The LINE Hotel DC

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Summer Al Fresco Wedding at The Capitol View at 400

Katy and Taylor’s began in high school with romantic chance meeting during a 4th of July celebration, and were inseparable from the moment the literal and proverbial sparks flew. After graduation, they faithfully wrote letters back and forth while Taylor was stationed at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. It’s no surprise that Katy’s […]

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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.