Journal

Blooms & Brunch is about one thing- connecting with my couples and celebrating their upcoming weddings! At the heart of my business, connection is what makes the difference. Connection is the core of empathy, which is the most important trait for photographers. The connection is fostered and developed from the moment we have our discovery […]

I’ve seen a few recent postings on local Facebook about photographers ghosting on their clients, sometimes before the wedding, sometimes after the wedding without delivering images. Every couple’s worst nightmare and a tremendous waste of money (the screenshots are real posts I’ve seen). It’s becoming clear that couples are not asking the right questions or […]

If there is one question that every photographer hates it’s “Have you worked at my venue before?”. Why? Because it does not matter! I’m here to dispel the myth that “My photographer has worked there before so they know the good spots”; it is almost completely false. I will also tell you what you should ask instead, to better understand if any photographer is the right fit for your wedding.

ICONIC D.C. VENUES & LANDMARKS WITH WHIMSICAL TWISTS Vicky & Charlie’s wedding hit all the Washington D.C. highlights. They began their day at the iconic and world renown Watergate Hotel in downtown D.C. with a first look on the rooftop of the hotel and views overlooking the Potomac River, Georgetown and Arlington Virginia. Their classic […]

The first question most ladies ask when preparing for their boudoir sessions is, “What type of lingerie should I wear to my boudoir session?” This question has to be answered with another question. “What will make you feel beautiful and confident?” That is the standard. When you look in the mirror you should whisper to […]

When deciding if you should wear a veil for your wedding day the decision is entirely the bride’s. But I’ll offer my reasons to be pro-veil. Why you should consider a veil Veils feel bridal This almost feels obvious to say but it is often overlooked. Many ladies have worn beautiful dresses before (especially ladies […]

Sara and Javier Morrison House Wedding was an elegant affair and I am excited to say they are (finally) married! There wasn’t a cloud in the sky but the wind certainly gave a good reason to hug a little tighter. Surrounded by an intimate group of their closest family and friends, Sara and Javier said […]

Overhills Mansion in Catonsville Maryland is always a favorite wedding venue but this was my first time there in the winter. In Maryland it is a rare event to have a white wedding and as we neared the day, snow started to enter the forecast. As I got to Overhills Mansion, a blanket of white […]

Kim and Tam’s MGM Grand Wedding at National Harbor in Washington D.C. was in a word, stunning. Kim booked me for their engagement photos last spring before they even book their wedding. We were on a time crunch due to Tam’s travel schedules. Instantly we clicked. Kim is a woman with a vision and a […]