“some day we’ll wake up
with thousands of pictures
65 years in this little house
i won’t trade for nothing, the life that we built
i’ll kiss you goodnight and say i love you still”
– dan and shay
these two invited me into their gorgeous home that they’ve turned into their own personal sanctuary and retreat from the world for the engagement portrait session, and i could not be more excited to photograph their at-home wedding in just a few short weeks! i can completely understand why they are so crazy about their home, they’ve worked so hard to make it something really special, and i love that they are officially starting their lives together and becoming husband and wife in the place that means the most to them! :)oh and did i mention, angela is wearing the same dress she was wearing the night luis spotted her across the restaurant and knew he just had to meet her?! :) swoooooon!! luis built those round tables from an old tree that had to be torn down on their property, i love how he breathed new life into it and what a gorgeous statement piece they make next to the pool!they have THE most gorgeous porch off of their main house, and no matter the season they spend every evening right here on this porch! i would do the exact same!every session should end with toes in the pool and a glass of wine in hand :) can’t wait to see you both again in just a few short weeks! happy monday! :)
[…] this was such a special, unique day to get to be a part of. no big wedding party, no decked out venue… just a head-over-heels in love couple, their own back yard sanctuary, and all of their most favorite people in the world celebrating their happiness at joining their lives together. i loved every moment of their perfect day, rain and all! :) how many brides get to wear cute rain boots under their dress?! and thankfully, once we got back to their home to start photos, we didn’t see another drop of rain all evening, and the day even ended with the most gorgeous pink sunset! perfection :) angela’s daughter sabrina did her hair and makeup, and she did the most fantastic job! her mother-in-law was the master at bow tying :) love love love!they had the ceremony in their back yard, and there couldn’t have been a more perfect spot for these two to promise forever. can ya tell they were excited to officially be husband and wife? :) unknowingly, i even managed to coordinate perfectly with their wedding colors! ;) thank you both so much for allowing me to be a small part of such a special day! it was a complete honor! Venue: The couples home, “Casa Alegre” Cake: Edibles Incredible Hotel: Hyatt Regency Reston Town Center Officiant: All Faith Weddings, Rev. Dan Kane Wedding Gown: Ricca Sposa Bridal Boutique Catering: Saint Germain Catering Florist: Maryam Flowers Bridal Hair and Makeup: Sabrina Richardson Photography: Jessica Smith Photography Engagement Portraits […]