A wedding dress moment

Lodge at Little Seneca Creek - Maryland weddings

I love when all the ladies in the wedding party work together to help the bride. It's such a fun moment with lots of energy. Here, Rachel's girls work on her dress, while the groom stands by. Love the spontaneity of this moment. … [Read more...]

Cheryle & David | Historic Estate Wedding

Green converse wedding

I met Cheryle and David in October 2010, on a rainy Portland morning for their engagement photos. We walked around Washington Park, and Cheryle braved the chilly damp weather in short sleeves and heels. I was all bundled up in a fleece, and surprised at the smile she kept as she stood by her fiance David. These photos are a result of a team effort between myself and Emily Hall … [Read more...]

Wedding Traditions

Wedding Flower Traditions During Intimate Wedding Ceremony

One of my favorite wedding traditions I have seen was at a rooftop ceremony, before I moved to Northern Virginia.  It was a smaller wedding, about 60 guests, and was in a venue with an intimate feel. The bride and groom, Becca and Eric, had gotten flowers from the local farmer's market for each guest.  As the guests entered for the wedding ceremony, they each took a flower.  It was a gray … [Read more...]

Ceremony Candid

Candid photo at wedding ceremony by NOVA wedding photographer Jessie Mary

Here is another favorite photo from last summer. This was the first wedding I have been to with the Jewish tradition of breaking the glass. This little boy, the bride's nephew, brought up the bag to the groom. He was really shy about walking down the aisle. He's got such a great expression as he almost runs … [Read more...]

Father of the Bride

Father of the Bride by Northern Virginia Wedding Photographer Jessie Mary

I'm not an emotional person at weddings. I adore the stories of each day, the energy, being invited into such personal moments, and capturing your stories to preserve for future generations. If anything gets to me, it's the dads. When I see the look on the father of the bride, I just think of my hubby one day being there with our daughter. It just pops into my head for a second, as I focus on … [Read more...]