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Surprise Proposal at Bishop’s Garden
Why Bishop’s Garden Is Perfect for a Surprise Proposal Bishop’s Garden checks every box for a DC proposal: it’s romantic, photogenic, and just secluded enough to feel private. Unlike some of the more crowded spots around the Mall, the garden draws a quieter crowd — mostly locals and visitors to the Cathedral — which makes…
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Behind the Lens at Water Power Week 2026
Washington, D.C. is home to some of the most consequential policy conversations in the country, and Water Power Week 2026 was no exception. Held March 9-13 at the Westin DC Downtown, this flagship annual gathering of the National Hydropower Association brought together senior executives, regulators, federal agency leaders, lobbyists, and clean energy advocates from across…
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Photographing the Rosslyn Lunar New Year Festival
Each year, the Lunar New Year brings some of the most visually striking celebrations in the DC metro area and for the past two years, I’ve had the pleasure of photographing the Rosslyn Lunar New Year Festival for the Rosslyn Business Improvement District. Several hundred people crowded into Central Place Plaza near the Rosslyn Metro…
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5 Best Practices for Hosting Large Events
Large-scale events and conferences are exhausting no matter how prepared your team is, but with practice, a lot of planning, and industry professionals you trust, they are more than worth that extra energy. If your organization is hosting a conference with hundreds (maybe even thousands) of attendees, don’t panic about the numbers. Your job is…
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Capitol Hill Day Advocacy Visits
To photograph a meeting with congressional representatives in Washington DC is to capture a moment of connection between people and their government. A Hill Day, or legislative fly-in, is an opportunity to make your organization’s mission, your stance on legislation, or your community advocacy a part of the picture. Photos include a mixture of candid…
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An Intimate Restaurant Wedding at Zinnia
This laid back celebration was hosted at a Zinnia, a restaurant in Silver Spring, MD. Close friends and family gathered for an intimate ceremony and dinner. This cozy space made it easy for everyone to connect making it feel like more a shared meal than a formal event. After the ceremony, guests moved into a…
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A Cozy Fall Wedding at Postcard Cabins in Shenandoah, Virginia
Ever consider having your wedding in the woods surrounded by cabins? Postcard Cabins Shenandoah is located at 2010 Madison Road Standardsville, VA, about a two hour drive from Washington DC. It covers about 80 acres and has 45 tiny cabins (hello, glamping!). It’s not advertised as a wedding venue, but there’s absolutely nothing from stopping…
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Poplar Springs Manor Wedding
Poplar Springs Manor is a wedding (and corporate) event venue located in the Virginia Countryside at 5025 Casanova Road, Warrenton, VA (about one hour outside DC). The estate is 173 acres and has a variety of different locations for stunning wedding photos including the canopy of elm trees (which makes a great location for the…
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Destination DC Marketing Outlook Meeting
I’ve been covering this event for Destination DC for many years now. The venues are always beautiful, which makes taking photos that much easier. This time it was held at Capital Turnaround. Contact me to discuss event photography for your upcoming event.
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Office Interaction Photography
The next time you update your headshots, consider getting some photos of the team interacting. These make a great addition to your website and help to showcase your company vibe. “Why wouldn’t you want to work here, considering everyone looks so happy?” That’s exactly what people will think… You can see more of my office…
