Reem & Naser | Washinton D.C. Smithsonian | Couples

As blogged earlier, it was great to have met up with fellow photographers for the DC Safari and hope there'll be plenty more of them. Reem and Naser were one of the couples that had volunteered their time for the safari and are actually set to be married next March. They both compliment each other so well and soon enough they'll be husband and wife, so an early congrats to Reem & Naser! Thank you for taking your time out to "model" for us. =)

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Amy S. | Rio Gaithersburg | Fashion

Few weeks ago, I went out in the blistering cold to do a fashion shoot. Amy had three outfits she wanted to do for that day, so I did her hair and makeup according to the outfits she'd chosen. Props to Amy for standing out there while the wind was just whipping us left and right.

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Celeste M | Old Town Alexandria | Portraits

I met Celeste who contacted me through Lily Bee to get some portraits done before the Fall leaves died down. We went down to the waterfront in Alexandria and the day turned out to be such a gorgeous one. I never knew the waterfront existed and definitely need to make a point to return when weather gets warmer. I love exploring new places around MD/VA/DC area; it's like seeing the area for the first time again.

I had such a fun time shooting Celeste after doing hair and makeup on her. She has the prettiest caramel-brown eyes that I've ever seen and I'm so glad to have caught that on camera. =)

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The Parliament | Rockville | Portraits

It's not often that I get to take guy portraits, so this was definitely a treat. =) For one, I didn't have to put makeup on the guys, so that cuts my time significantly. Second, I didn't need to worry about dressing them since both Philip and Dongwoo have great style. The duo make up the group "The Parliament" and I love their music, so definitely check them out whenever you get a chance.

For the shoot, I just gave the boys one instruction and that's to look laid back and cool. I think they did a pretty great job overall. What do you think? =)

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Lucy | Alexandria | Bridal Portraits

When Lucy mentioned to me that she wanted to get some bridal portraits done in her wedding dress, I was more than happy to oblige. Her dress was gorgeous and she didn't get a chance to have many photos that showcased the whole dress. The weather couldn't have been more perfect and there was a park nearby that was Fall-perfect.

You rocked this shoot, Lucy! So gorgeous! =)
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