Vintage-Inspired Backyard Wedding in Baltimore

Hanna’s vision for her wedding day was everything I could have asked for. She was highly inspired by her aunt’s wedding photos from 1979, and I was so excited to be a part of this vintage-inspired celebration.

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Hanna & Pete’s Roland Park Backyard Wedding

Hanna and Pete made it clear that they wanted raw, imperfect photos of their day, capturing themselves and their guests exactly as they were. Nothing contrived. If you are familiar with my work, you know that was music to my ears! They wanted to prioritize experiencing their wedding day with their friends and family rather than creating moments for the sake of photos.

We started the morning at their family home in Roland Park. Hanna got ready upstairs while Simply Breathe Events made sure everything was going smoothly outside. Her friend Zoe did her makeup, and downstairs, Pete got dressed with friends (and an adorable pup) elsewhere. After Hanna’s dad saw her in her gorgeous handmade Jill Andrews gown, we made our way to Baltimore Country Club for the ceremony.

Hanna and Pete’s ceremony was a classic. Just after dark, Hanna walked down the aisle escorted by both of her parents. It was clear that these two were surrounded by an immense amount of love from friends and family. After the ceremony, we made sure to allow just enough time for quick family portraits - heirlooms that would be passed down in the same way that Hanna received her aunt’s photos. We even managed to gather every single guest for an overhead group photo before taking off.

After a short drive back to the Roland Park house, it was time to party! Hanna and Pete had rented a clear-top tent decorated with paper lanterns and sourced some of the absolute best food trucks in the city. My favorite detail of the reception? The utterly massive cake- topped with raspberries! It felt like a throwback to another era.

This wedding was such a joy to be a part of and a great reminder that you should customize your wedding day to include the things you love the most.

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Colorful & Whimsical Wedding at The Elm

The Elm is probably my favorite wedding venue in Baltimore, so when Jeremy and Michelle reached out about their wedding there I was so psyched! It’s a quirky, fun, intimate venue and it was the perfect fit for these two sweethearts.

Michelle & Jeremy’s Quirky Wedding at The Elm

Michelle and Jeremy are filled with childlike wonder, which made this wedding an absolute joy. From their colorful outfits to the people they surround themselves with - every single part of their day brought a smile to my face.

After a gorgeous outdoor ceremony where they chose to walk down the aisle together, they spent cocktail hour with their guests, enjoying the party that they had worked hard to put together. I love when couples take the time to truly enjoy their wedding day rather than being rushed around between “tasks." After all, this is likely the largest party you’ll ever throw, and you should get to fully experience it!

We all moved indoors for the reception where the space was filled with stunning colorful flower arrangements by Scentsational Florals. This space is unlike any other in Baltimore. With a rainbow dance floor and tons of vintage posters, you really don’t have to add much to the space. (I loved the origami paper cranes hanging from the ceiling that the couple added, however!) The owner of The Elm, Sharon, has done an absolutely incredible job curating the art in the space and making it whimsical but warm. Her husband is an artist and the large-scale chalk illustrations in the main hall are his brainchild. Not only is The Elm a wedding venue, but also Sharon’s home, and her work reflects how deeply she cares about the space.

Jeremy and Michelle’s wedding was an absolute joy to be a part of. To my future couples - if you’re looking for a fun and unique spot in Baltimore to host your wedding, you have to check out The Elm!

Venue: The Elm
Caterer: Peter Halstad
Florist: Scentsational Florals
Dress: Tonena (Etsy)
Suit: Mantaikotai (Etsy)

LGBTQ+ Wedding Celebration in Baltimore City

Frances and Kerrigan’s wedding day couldn’t be contained to just one iconic Baltimore location. They split their day between the beautiful Whitehall Mill and Cinghiale - one of my favorite restaurants in Fells Point. I was so excited to see these two celebrate their love with all their family and friends.

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Frances and Kerrigan’s Joy-filled Wedding in Baltimore

Their wedding day started with Frances and Kerrigan getting ready together at Hotel Indigo - the first of many untraditional things about their wedding that I absolutely loved. Kerrigan got dressed first in a stunning maroon suit and then stepped out of the room for Frances to put on her dress. After a sweet moment between Frances and her mom, Kerrigan came back and the two shared a sentimental “this is really happening” embrace. The giggles and love these two shared at that moment were contagious, and the perfect way to start their wedding day.

From the hotel, we all made our way to Whitehall Mill for portraits and the wedding ceremony. Everyone in Kerrigan and Frances’ wedding party was dressed to the nines and carried a bouquet - regardless of the side of the aisle or gender identity. It was clear that Frances and Kerrigan cared more about their love of each other and their friends than they did about wedding traditions, and it was such a breath of fresh air in an industry that can sometimes be weighed down by outdated and unnecessary traditions.

Frances and Kerrigan’s ceremony was beautiful and full of love and prayer. My favorite part was that they chose to serve Communion themselves - giving them the chance to greet every guest at the altar and share such a deeply special moment with them. They included prayer, song, and nods to the various religious beliefs belonging to members of their family.

After the ceremony, everyone headed over to Cinghiale in Fells Point. These two clearly prioritized good food and good drinks and it was truly a dinner to remember. Their friends and family were overjoyed to celebrate this union, and the room was tangibly filled with joy.

Kerrigan and Frances, thank you so much for including me on your wedding day. Your celebration was both nontraditional and timeless, and I’m so glad I could witness this celebration of your love!

Hotel: Hotel Indigo
Ceremony: Whitehall Mill
Reception: Cinghiale
Planner: Dreamcicle Events
Flowers: Crooked Fence Farm

Micro Wedding at the AVAM Sculpture Garden

After postponing their wedding twice due to Covid, Maddie and Brian decided to have an intimate celebration with only their closest friends and family at the American Visionary Art Museum Sculpture Garden. Their celebration was a fantastic reflection of who they are, and I had such a lovely morning celebrating with them.

Maddie & Brian’s Sculpture Garden Micro Wedding

Maddie and Brian’s wedding was a short and sweet celebration of their love. These two are both very soft-spoken, kind people, and their intimate celebration felt like the perfect way to highlight that. Their friends and family were incredibly involved in the wedding, from Maddie’s aunt who officiated, to their friend Lydia at Little Fields Floral who made Maddie’s bouquet. Their wedding felt like not only a joining of two people but a coming together of an entire community.

As I’ve said previously, the American Visionary Art Museum is one of my favorite wedding venues in the city. Not only is it a fun, quirky space, but it’s also a non-profit that prioritizes inclusivity and creativity — a factor that was very important to Maddie and Brian. That being said, the Sculpture Garden is usually a space reserved for portraits, but thanks to Maddie and Brian’s low guest count was the main venue! The awning provided the perfect respite from the sun, and guests of all ages had fun exploring and appreciating the art throughout the space.

I’m so grateful to have witnessed this sweet wedding and I hope it serves as a reminder that breaking away from wedding tradition can help you create a celebration that accurately reflects your love!

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Elegant Dulany's Overlook Wedding

Maria and Matt’s wedding at Dulany’s Overlook was an absolute dream. Not only did these two throw the most fun and laid-back wedding reception, but their photos also turned out phenomenal. I’m so excited to finally share this day with all of you!

Maria & Matt’s Wedding at Dulany’s Overlook

Maria and her bridal party started the morning getting ready upstairs at Dulany’s in their gorgeous dressing room area. One of my favorite parts about this venue is its 12-hour rental window, which means you can get ready on-site! While the ladies put on their finishing touches, Matt and his groomsmen hung out in the basement getting-ready suite, complete with pinball machines and French doors onto a patio overlooking the rolling hills. Even though Frederick, Maryland, is only an hour west of Baltimore, it feels like a different world and the perfect spot for a serene rustic wedding.

Maria and Matt chose to do a first look before their ceremony, and I’m so glad they did. It was obvious to me that these two are best friends, and they couldn’t bear to be apart one more minute. They were so excited to see each other, and they both looked absolutely incredible. We then took wedding party photos and some family formals so that Maria and Matt could have as much time as possible to enjoy their cocktail hour with guests.

There were very few things on Maria and Matt’s must-have list. They really wanted to focus on experiencing their wedding day and having fun with their friends and family. However, Maria did have one very specific request for me — a group photo with everyone in attendance. With over 100 guests at their wedding, this was no small feat, but I knew I would figure out a way to pull it off for her! Right before their first dance on the lawn I climbed up to the second floor of the barn and made Maria’s wish come true.

This wedding was so much fun to be a part of and I’m so grateful for Maria and Matt’s trust as I documented their day.

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American Visionary Arts Museum Wedding

Annie and Ben were an incredibly sweet couple, and I’m so grateful to have photographed their gorgeous wedding for them! Their wedding was absolutely stunning and filled with love from start to finish.

American Visionary Art Museum Wedding

Annie & Ben’s Wedding at the AVAM

We started the day getting ready at Canopy Harbor Point in Baltimore, overlooking the inner harbor. How stunning is that view of the Domino’s sugar sign?! In addition to its incredible location, the Canopy also has an accessible rooftop which made the perfect spot for Annie and Ben’s first look. The wind was intense that day, but these two braved the cold and it ended up swooping up Annie’s veil for the most magical moment. 

After immediate family and wedding party portraits (including their absolutely adorable nephews) we all climbed aboard my favorite transportation in Baltimore - the trolley! Although trolleys don’t run in Baltimore the way they used to, American Limousines offers this beautiful white trolley for special events, and it’s the perfect way to get around the city on your big day. 

Annie and Ben’s indoor wedding ceremony at the American Visionary Art Museum was minimalist and stunning, with exposed brick walls and minimal florals to keep the focus on the couple. After the ceremony, however, things started to feel a bit more like the AVAM we know and love. Cocktail hour was held in the main hall of the visionary center, where they store some of their largest and most iconic pieces including the iconic 15-foot pink poodle Fifi! The American Visionary Art Museum is truly a gem and is the perfect place for a quirky cocktail hour to give your guests plenty to talk about. 

I had so much fun spending the day with Annie, Ben, and all their family and friends. Their wedding day was the perfect combination of effortless romance and classic Baltimore style.

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Fun and Fresh Engineers Club Wedding

The Engineers Club is an absolutely stunning venue in the heart of Mount Vernon, and I’m always excited to get to photograph a wedding there. When Emily and Reig reached out about their wedding that would feature their adorable dog and a killer reception, I knew I had to be part of their day!

Emily and Reig’s Wedding at Baltimore’s Engineer’s Club

There was one word that kept coming up in my discussions with Emily and Reig regarding their wedding day: fun. For them, their wedding day was about their commitment to each other, but also about celebrating with all of their friends and family. And celebrating means prioritizing having a great time! From having their dog Benny as part of their wedding party to the sparkly sneakers that Emily wore to the packed dance floor, they made sure that every single detail of their day added to the fun.

Emily and Reig pulled off not only a gorgeous wedding but a truly enjoyable one. Every guest had a smile on their face from the moment the ceremony began, and their friends were truly some of the best hype people I’ve seen. We took a short break during cocktail hour to capture some photos around Mount Vernon and the base of the Washington Monument which turned out to be some of my favorites. There is something so quintessentially “Baltimore” about portraits in Mount Vernon that just felt like the perfect fit for this celebration. These two partied long after the sun went down and I couldn’t think of a more fitting way to celebrate their love.

I had such a fantastic day capturing this wedding and I can only hope for more couples that put fun as their #1 priority!