Washington, DC wedding and portrait photographer

Saturday, September 30, 2017

Army Navy Country Club Wedding – Congratulations Emily and Eric!

From the Hotel Monaco to the Army Navy Country Club, choosing beautiful locations as a backdrop to your wedding day is a great help to your photographer. Then choosing a wedding gown that makes you shine as bright as the dress sparkles, add a love between a couple that can be felt, and you have the combination for a magical wedding day and the best wedding pictures.
Emily was stunning in her gorgeous sparkly flowy spaghetti strap ball gown that even spelled the word love, hidden in the sparkles. The 1957 Bentley that chauffeured the groom and his best man, and the bride and her maid of honor,from the Hotel Monaco to the Army Navy Country club was such a classy touch and made for fun memories. And as a prop for wedding pictures, it’s hard to beat. The flowers in the bouquets pulled together all the hues of lavender, purple, wine and lilac that Emily chose for the bridesmaid’s gowns. And the cake. You’ve got to scroll down and see the Capitol dome wedding cake! A choreographed first dance (perfect with Emily’s ballgown!) and a fun and fast moving hora, all led by a great live band, made for quite the joyous wedding celebration of the newly married couple. Completing the wedding day was a sparkler send off. Congratulations Emily and Eric!

1011 Army Navy Country Club Wedding Picture

1032 Army Navy Country Club Wedding Picture

2001 Army Navy Country Club Wedding Picture

Maybe my favorite dress picture – the Hotel Monaco has some dramatic spaces!

Emily’s dress was perfection. It was absolutely her dress. It flowed, it sparkled, and it made her look and feel amazing. Finding the right dress is worth the hunt!

A First Look sequence:

Classic 1957 Bentley makes the best wedding day prop!

I could not get enough of the details of this wedding dress. The sparkles even spelled out “love” in several spots.

Shades of lavender, plum, purple, wine, lilac – it all works together!

A ceremony spot with a view of the Washington Monument!

The Army Navy Country Club ballroom is so elegant!

Their choreographed first dance was quite impressive! Made even more dramatic by Emily’s sweeping skirt.

The hora is always fun! The band kept it going and going and going.

Cutting the cake with her father’s saber. But can we talk about this Capitol wedding cake?!? The details were incredible! It could be my favorite wedding cake ever.

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Army Navy Country Club, Army Navy Country Club

Caterer: Army Navy Country Club

Wedding Gown: Love Couture Bridal

Tux Rentals: Jos. A. Bank

Photographer: jan michele photography

Stationer: Chez La Mariee

Music (ceremony): Strolling Strings

Band: Inside out Band via East Coast Entertainment

Florist: Yellow Door Floral Designs

Cake: M&T Events

Classic Car: Regal Limousine (John Bays)

Lighting: Pike Productions

Favors: Olivia Macarons

Makeup and Hair: Georgetown Bride

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Thursday, September 14, 2017

Belmont Country Club Wedding Photographs – Congratulations Jeannine and Tom!

Belmont Country Club is the picture perfect all in one wedding location. Jeannine and Tom had a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony under a canopy of flowers. With red roses coordinating with their FSU color theme, the university where they met, there were subtle nods to their alma matter, including the grooms Tallahassee cuff links. And they had the cutest ring bearer ever! Their dog Koda in his own tuxedo that matched all the groomsmen. Jeannine’s cathedral length veil was a classic touch with the historic mansion backdrop. They transformed the ballroom for the reception with tall flower arrangements on the tables, draping on the ceiling, and uplighting around the room. And the late night snack featured the grooms favorite treat, s’mores! These were gourmet s’mores. I didn’t know marshmallows could be so delicious! And the night of celebration ended with a sparkler exit send off of the bride and groom into their married life. Congratulations to a fabulous couple, it was an honor to by your wedding photographer!

Venue and Catering: Belmont Country Club
DJ: Kirkabee Dejays
Cake: Fluffy Thouhts
Florist: Rick’s Flowers
Lighting: CC’s Linens
Makeup Artist: Hair Makeup Unveiled
Photographer: jan michele photography

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Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Alexandria VA Senior Photos – Peter

I won’t tell you that Peter mom and I have been friends since before we were born as that would make me feel old. Peter is in the midst of the college application and selection process which is so hard to believe. He took some time out for his senior pictures in Alexandria, VA. We had a great time strolling around Old Town and even stopped for ice cream. Have a great senior year Peter!

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Saturday, July 15, 2017

Senior Twin Sisters in Raleigh, NC – Catherine and Maddie

Three evenings of senior photos on super hot summer days. But so fun to photograph these twin sisters I’ve known since before they were born! Their parents and I went to college together. We started with pictures in the sunflower field in Raleigh, NC. What a pretty (and busy) location! The next day, I found a fun places for pictures nearer their home. Some really great spots with good color and texture – and small town America is so different from where I usually work in the Washington DC, area. A refreshing change – no traffic or crowds! And we finished with pictures to remember some of the high school sports they’ve enjoyed competing in at their charter school. I’ve photographed them over the years, but this shoot was extra fun and special – and so hard to believe these beautiful girls are all grown up!

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Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Old Town Alexandria VA Family Photographer

This family were troopers for their family pictures! It was early, hot and humid this summer morning in Old Town Alexandria, VA, hard conditions on subjects and photographers! Two of these three siblings are twins, can you guess which two? Fun colors in their coordinating clothing which complements the Alexandria location too. So nice to work with you W family, enjoy your summer!