Kenilworth Engagement Session

Aquatic Gardens at Kenilworth Park, Washington DC

Liz & Austin are getting married this fall at the Mount Airy Mansion in Maryland. When I asked them about engagement portraits, Liz knew exactly where she wanted to go for the photos. Early Sunday morning, we walked around the Aquatic Gardens at Kenilworth Park. Right in the middle of DC, we were suddenly surrounded by nature. There are little boardwalks throughout to explore the grounds. We … [Read more...]

Engagement Photo Ideas

Urban Engagement Session

Most of my wedding clients choose to do engagement portraits.  I think engagements photos should represent who you are as a couple, and a big part of this is where you choose to do them.  How should you pick a location for your engagement photos?  Instead of answering this for clients, I like to turn it around and ask some questions about them.  Here are some things to think about. 1.  … [Read more...]

Rose Gardens

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I thought I'd share a few more of Cheryle and David's engagement photos at Washington Park's rose gardens. They bravely hung out in the drizzling rain with me for these portraits, even sitting down on wet benches! … [Read more...]

The Shoes

Wedding Shoes by Portland Wedding Photographer Jessica Shepard

I mention in my About section that there I have some little quirks, ways in which the Jersey girl in me comes out. I believe when you get your hair colored not one strand should be missed, and am forever on the quest for the perfect hairstylist. I believe in extra-ordinary service. I am terrified of worms. I love shoes. My wedding photography client, Sirius, shares this love of shoes. She … [Read more...]

Custom Designed Wedding Guestbooks

Custom Photo Cover on Wedding Guestbook

I love books (and canvas)!  As technology oriented as I am, I still really feel it's important to hold a photo in my hands.  I've looked for a long time for a coffee table book that has good quality images, study design and just that extra special feel.  Recently I ordered a sample wedding guestbook, and I just adore it.  Not only do these books make great wedding guestbooks but they can be … [Read more...]