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I'm Erica a D.C. wedding photographer, with two young children, and a love for organization. Welcome to my small space on the internet where I can share with you special sessions, real weddings, and even little looks into my everyday life. Take a look around, and thanks for stopping by!

Hey there! I know the wedding day timeline can be somewhat intimidating! So much to think about: How much time is needed? What order works best for everything to happen smoothly and with good flow? How light affects everything, from the first look, to the ceremony, to those sunset portraits. While admittedly it’s not the […]

Real Weddings

How to Plan Your Photography Based Wedding Timeline | Southern Maryland Wedding Photographer

Real Weddings

I wanted to put together a blog post to help couples navigate wedding planning during this crazy time.  I know everyone is on edge, frustrated, scared, anxious… including me… but there are definitely some things that I think will help couples as they navigate this challenging time. First of all, breathe.  This isn’t the end […]

Tips for Wedding Planning & Postponing during Covid-19 | D.C. Wedding Photographer

The BIG DAY can be stressful, no doubt! Our job as Wedding Photographer’s is to try and alleviate that stress, at least the photography experience, by helping our bride’s be as prepared as possible. Below are some helpful Day-Of reminders and timing tips to ensure your wedding photography go as smooth and stress-free as possible […]

Real Weddings

Wedding Day Timing Tips & Reminders for a Professional Photographer | Charlottesville Wedding Photographer

Real Weddings

When people discover I’m a wedding photographer, one of their first questions is, “Have you ever had a bridezilla?” I haven’t. Not even close! And I think it’s because my brides have done the work to manage their stress well. MANAGING WEDDING DAY STRESS 1. DELEGATE. I can’t stress this enough. Even if you’re a professional […]

How to Manage Stress on your Wedding Day | NOVA Wedding Photographer

Khadeeja + Mohamad MarriedDiyanet Center of America | Lanham, Maryland Khadeeja and Mohamad’s Maryland wedding was the perfect mix of traditional and contemporary. These two traveled in from New Jersey to host their Muslim reception at this stunning mosque, the Diyanet Center of America, just outside the D.C. limits. Their friends and family members came […]

Real Weddings

A Winter Wedding Reception in a Grand Mosque | Washington D.C. Wedding Photographer

Real Weddings

Chrissy + Ali MarriedAssociate Photographer for Aurelia StudiosFaithbrooke Barn & Vineyards | Luray, VA On my birthday weekend this year, I headed up to Luray, VA with Aurelia Studios (that bestie photographer I am always talking about) to Faithbrooke Barn and Vineyards for Chrissy and Ali’s wedding. It was SOOOO hot in Virginia this year […]

A Fall Wedding at Faithbrooke Barn Wedding | Luray Wedding Photographer

Harrison FamilyBelle Grove Plantation | Middletown, Virginia Warning: You’re going to want to do a fall family session after seeing this shoot I did! This run of the Harrisons is actually my inlaws and niece. I have been in the Harrison family orbit for 5 years this month! Aside from our two family beach trips, […]

Family Portraits

A Fall Family Session at Belle Grove Plantation | Middletown Family Photographer

Family Portraits

More than any other question, clients always ask what they should wear to their family session. Coordinating your outfits can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be! I’ve created some sample clothing boards and color palettes to jump-start you as you plan your family’s clothing. For fall, I’m loving warm tones like […]

What you Should Wear for your Fall Family Portraits | Richmond Family Photographer