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Romantic Downtown Virginia Engagement Session

A romantic, downtown Virginia engagement session- talk about a perfect evening! Wedding planning has a way of filling every weekend with another decision, another email, or another item to check off the list. That’s why I loved this engagement session so much. For a couple of hours, there was nowhere Gracie and Joe needed to […]

August 11, 2026

Portraits

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A Timeless Catholic Wedding in Virginia

Some Catholic wedding days are beautiful because of the details. Others are unforgettable because of the people. Bella and Adrian’s wedding was both! Surrounded by family and friends, these two celebrated the beginning of their marriage with a beautiful Catholic ceremony at All Saints Catholic Church, followed by an elegant reception at Brentsville Hall in […]

August 4, 2026

Blog, Weddings

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Best DMV Wedding Venues for Catholic Couples

The Most Beautiful Catholic Churches in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia Planning a Catholic wedding means choosing more than just a beautiful wedding venue. You’re choosing a church where you’ll receive one of the most sacred sacraments of your lives, then celebrating with the people you love most! The DMV is home to incredible historic […]

July 28, 2026

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

Inspiration, Weddings

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