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Gibson Island Engagement — Luca & Michaella

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Do you ever have one of those moments in life that feels like everything aligns just perfectly!? That’s how this Gibson Island engagement session felt for me last week. After a crazy weather day, I met these two soon-to-be newlyweds on Gibson Island for their engagement session. Michaella & Luca live in Miami but are […]

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Hello from a dreary, cold Maryland day, that might I say, needs to be brightened a bit??  This weather is transporting me back to this beautiful Annapolis Waterfront Hotel wedding.  This time last year, we celebrated Ben & Jenny and I’m excited to share it with you, too. You may recognize these two from their […]

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Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Wedding — Ben & Jenny

Wife, mama, wielder of light & joy, and capturer of moments.  I thrive off of conversation and genuine connection.  In between wrangling our kiddos, and hanging my husband, you'll find me dreaming up my next idea or creative endeavour.  It's these things that culminate to give my imagery a warmth and joy to them - the greatest compliment I could receive.

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Michael & Marta