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Can Catholics Do a First Look?

Let’s talk About It: Catholic Weddings and First Looks   Tradition & History The tradition of the groom not seeing the bride before the wedding day is often assumed to be a Catholic tradition. However, you might be surprised by its origins! This tradition dates back to the time of arranged marriages and was aimed […]

April 24, 2024

A couple shares a first look before their wedding.

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Bella + Adrian Engagement Session in Middleburg, Virginia

I’m about to let you in on a little secret for how I direct my engagement sessions! When I first meet each of the bride and groom to be for our session, I always say the most important tip to lay down the foundation of our session: “focus on each other”! Friends, this is the […]

April 5, 2024

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James + Lianna Old Town Alexandria Engagement Session

I could feel the excitement buzzing in the air as I made my way to Old Town Alexandria for an engagement session with a newly engaged couple. The sun was starting to dip below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the cobblestone streets and historic buildings. It was the perfect setting for a romantic […]

April 5, 2024

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Top 10 Essential Catholic Books for Couples Preparing for Marriage

As a wedding photographer, I have had the privilege of capturing countless beautiful moments – from a couple’s first look on their wedding day to the outrageously joyous dancing at the reception celebrating the new Mr. and Mrs. What makes these moments beautiful is not just the breathtaking wedding gown or gorgeous floral details but […]

March 1, 2024

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Why Catholic Wedding Photography?

Where Kara Loryn Photography comes from and why I love what I do. Why Catholic Wedding Photography? There are so many different types of photography and so many different niches to zero in on so where does the focus on Catholic wedding photography come from? I’m so glad you asked! Introducing something new Hi friend, […]

December 7, 2023

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How to Write Your Own Catholic Marriage Prayer

The Story Behind Our Catholic Marriage Prayer John and I hadn’t planned on writing a Catholic marriage prayer together. We wrote our prayer when we went on the Catholic Engaged Encounter retreat weekend. The entire weekend was very insightful. It helped us dive deeper and discuss important topics as we prepared for marriage – finances, […]

February 22, 2022

Catholic Prayer Card

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Fall 2021 Mini Sessions

I am so very excited to offer my first ever full day of mini sessions! This is a great option for all of my families and couples to get beautiful, professional photos that take record of you, right where you and your family are in this season of life at an affordable price. Book your […]

October 18, 2021

Portraits

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christie + carlos: a christ-centered pandemic wedding

When Christie asked John and me to photograph her wedding, I was both excited and nervous! I hadn’t taken pictures of a full wedding in almost 2 years. I felt so honored to be able to take part in her day this way especially considering the circumstances with Covid-19. John and I quickly discussed how […]

November 18, 2020

Weddings

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katie + josh: wedding at the state theatre

We had the honor of photographing a wedding last summer for my sister’s best friends from college. You’ll quickly notice that this was a very unique wedding! Katie and Josh (along with my sister, Kyna) both majored in theater at George Mason University. Since they both don’t have religious backgrounds they felt that it would […]

May 1, 2019

Weddings

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