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Wedding Photographer’s Amazon Favorites

As a wedding photographer, there are so many things that I use everyday other than my camera & lenses that you wouldn’t expect or even think of! Amazon is often my go-to for wedding photography supplies since I am notorious for forgetting to order something until the last minute, and I can count on their […]

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Engagements

Shenandoah Adventure Session | Emma & David

This Shenandoah adventure session gave me everything I needed to create the perfect experience: Two of the most genuine and in love people I’ve ever met, endless laughter, jokes and the best time, and the most beautiful sunset I’ve witnessed in the national park. l’ll never forget this session! Emma & David are soulmates if […]

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Engagements

Modern, Chic Kennedy Center Engagement | Supriya & Nick

When Supriya first reached out and described her vision for their engagement shoot, that included chic white suits, an urban landscape in D.C., and dreamy light, I was so excited! There’s something so fun about getting to collaborate with my couples and make the vision they already have come to life in photos. For the […]

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Wedding 101

DMV Engagement Session Locations by the Water

During the summer months, there’s nothing better than being by the water with your love. Living in the DMV, I’ve found it can definitely be a bit more tricky to find pretty locales with a coastal vibe for photos, but over the years I’ve found some gems! Here are a few of my favorite DMV […]

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Galleries

Sandy Point Sunrise | Nicole & Sean

Nicole and Sean absolutely love being by the water, so when we were planning their engagement session we landed on meeting up at sunrise at Sandy Point State Park in Maryland. We had the most beautiful picturesque morning for their photos and I love how they just exude joy! I can’t wait for their big […]

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Washington DC Engagement Session Locations

DC is such a classy and beautiful city with endless spots to explore and things to see! With so many different vibes and types of locations within the city, it can feel a bit overwhelming picking a spot for your engagement session in Washington DC. To help spark some ideas or narrow down your favorites, […]

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Wedding 101

Wedding 101: Do’s and Don’ts

Wedding Planning Do’s and Don’ts from Your Wedding Photographer If you’re planning a wedding, chances are you might be overwhelmed by all the different wedding advice out there. Having experienced it first hand as a bride AND having photographed countless weddings, I wanted to share some wedding day do’s and don’ts I’ve learned over the […]

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Wedding 101

Wedding 101: Wedding Details to Gather for Your Photographer

Let’s talk about wedding details. One of the biggest tips I can give my couples when it comes to their wedding details is this: have your wedding details gathered for your photographer before they arrive. It might seem like a trivial detail, but it truly makes all the difference for your wedding photographer and saves […]

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Engagements

Prada Marfa Destination Engagement

For Becky and Todd’s Engagement session we flew to Texas, for a destination Engagement Session at Prada Marfa and Davis Mountain State Park.

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Engagements

Washington DC Union Market Engagement

Colorful Union Market Engagement Session in Washington DC

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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT 
Hannah

Ever-focused on light and the thrilling art of creation; found in the perfectly, imperfect moments of real life.

My goal every time I pick up my camera is to create an atmosphere that invites my subjects to show up as their honest and truest selves allowing me to capture the feeling of this irreplaceable moment in time. Storytelling is at the heart of it all, and being entrusted to capture that for my couples will forever be one of the greatest honors.

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