I enjoyed a gorgeous fall day with Ren and Nick in Williamsburg for their engagement pictures. Nick went to William and Mary so we included his old stomping grounds into their session. Nick proposed on the Crim Dell Bridge, which was special to include too. A perfectly romantic spot for a beautiful couple!
River Farm is a beautiful venue anytime of year and Dina and Pat’s autumn garden wedding was no exception. But what I really loved about their day was all the little personal touches and traditions they brought in to make the day truly their own. And they enjoyed every moment of their wedding day, as the smiles on their faces show. Congratulations Dina and Pat!
They wrote letters to each other to read before the first look.
Caterer: Tasteful Affairs
DJ: Kirkabee Deejays – Rob
Ceremony Strings: Violin Dreams
Photographer: jan michele photography
What a joy to capture this adorable family in a spot that brings back so many significant memories for them. Nicole and Justin were married at the Fairfax Chapel 11 years ago. After 8 years and and the addition of 3 kids in Italy, they are back in northern VA where their family began. It was special to them to have a family portrait taken with the chapel in the background, bringing the past and the present together. With many new memories to come!
Lindsay and Chris were married on what I’d like to say was a picture perfect day, but it wasn’t. It was dark and dreary and started out rainy. However, that did not dampen the joyous occasion nor impact how beautifully their pictures turned out. Weather does not make a wedding day, as nice as it is to have sunshine. Some of my favorite weddings days we never saw the sun. The day is so much more about the love between a couple and the unconditional, enthusiastic love and support from friends and family. That is what shines through the day and the pictures.
I so enjoyed working with Lindsay and her mom as they planned Lindsay’s elegant wedding day. I loved her choice of the Meridian House for a romantic mansion reception, it really fit Lindsay’s vision. I photographed Lindsay’s sister’s wedding 6 and a half years ago so it was wonderful to reconnect with this sweet family of triplets. A brother completes the trio.
Congratulations Lindsay and Chris, I hope you’re having a fabulous time in New Zealand!
Such a striking couple in the most romantic place.
Church: St. Mark’s Lutheran
Wedding Planner: Atrendy Wedding – Natalie
Hair and Makeup: Carola Myers
Caterer: Well Dunn
Florist: Holly Chapple Flowers
Band: David Zipse and Good Foot
Cake: Fluffy Thoughts
Lighting: Frost Lighting
Transportation: Fleet Transportation
Video: Blue Sky Film
Photographer: jan michele photographer
Assistant Photographer: Jamie with Borrowed Blue Thank you Jamie for coming down to shoot with me! Photo credit for several room shots goes to Jamie.
In late September/early October I finally took a road trip up to Vermont to enjoy the fall scenery, something I’d wanted to do for years. The first night I stayed at the Applewood Manor B&B. It was divine, I highly recommend a visit.
A quick apple picking stop at Woodman Hill Orchard for yummy Honey Crisp Apples in nearly organic form, which I’m still enjoying. Apparently they are scientifically proven to be tastier from VT than MD. This orchard is basically in a backyard (and he does grow many varieties) and like most of our trip we enjoyed meeting locals.
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