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Intimate Annapolis Waterfront Wedding – Michael & Alli

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It is a great delight of mine today to introduce y’all to the newest Mr. and Mrs. Coppola! Michael and Alli’s intimate Annapolis waterfront wedding was one to remember… especially because this was the back-up plan!  These two were originally set to be married on Memorial Day this year, but with Covid they had to […]

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Rainbow Paradise Engagement | Gibson Island Annapolis Wedding photographer Lauren R Swann photo

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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Gibson Island Engagement — Luca & Michaella

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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