Brayden’s First Day of School

The saying “your kids grow up so fast” is coming true.  Brayden started his first day of school today.  Here are a few pictures!

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Erin & Mike’s Sneak Peek – Northern Virginia Wedding Photographer

This blog post is unique in the fact that I wasn’t able to share the wedding day with Erin & Mike after being hospitalized the night before.  Fortunately, my wife, Kelly, was able to assemble a team to shoot with her on their big day.  It’s a photographer’s worst nightmare, but thanks to the help of Kelly, Lisa Sinclair of Lisa Sinclair Photography, and Katie Norwood of Love Struck Images, I had some great material to work with.  Photographs were taken by Kelly, Lisa, and Katie and post-processed/edited by Ryan Zook.  Thank you so so much ladies!

Erin and Mike, here are some of my favorite shots throughout the day.  I am very happy for you and hope you enjoy your sneak peek.  Here are some shots of the rings, shoes, and the wedding dress!

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Make-up and hair.

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Putting on the finishing touches…

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The ceremony took place at St. Leo’s church, which is a 2-minute walk from where I grew up!

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And the ceremony begins.

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Some shots of the “I Do’s” sealed with a kiss.

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My favorite couple shots!

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Some group shots… it was 100+ degrees and as sunny as can be!

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The reception took place at Sequoia by the waterfront in Washington, D.C.

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A couple reception detail shots.

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The reception opened with a first dance by Erin and Mike.

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Followed by lots of dinner and lots of dancing…

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Cutting of the absolutely beautiful wedding cake.

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Congratulations Erin and Mike!

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Graham’s Sneak Peek – Northern Virginia Newborn Photographer

I met with Jonathan and Hailey again to shoot newborn photos of their cute baby boy, Graham.  Here are a few of my favorites!  (BTW, it is great when the clients have interesting crates, boxes, suitcases, and more for props.  * HINT HINT *)

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Here is luggage that has been in the family for over a century.  I love the yawn in the 2nd picture.

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So peacefully sleeping.

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A few family shots with Graham.  Congratulations Jonathan and Hailey!

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Hailey’s Maternity Session – Northern Virginia Maternity Photographer

I met with Hailey and Jon for some maternity pictures in Ashburn on a perfect rainy day.  Despite the wet weather, it was great conditions for shooting.  Here is a sneak peek of a couple of my favorites!

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This is one deserved a fun effect!

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We had to find some cover… the first one is one of my favorites with the water dripping down.

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The two of them looked like models.

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The classic maternity heart picture…

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I look forward to getting together for our newborn shoot!

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Adrienne’s Newborn Sneak Peek – Northern Virginia Newborn Photographer

I met with with Branden and Sandy to take pictures of their new little girl, Adrienne.  She was as adorable as it gets.  While she only liked to be on her side, she was a good sleeping baby allowing us to try different outfits and headbands.  Here are a few of my favorites.

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Perfectly sleeping.

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I love this little smile.

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A few “totally rad” effects!

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