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Story and photos provided by Wedding Stories by Tania “It was fall 2017 and I (Jewel) moved in on campus at George Mason University for my freshmen year. I met Eric on campus as he was finishing his last year at Mason as well! He showed me around campus and told me where some of my classes would be held. He wasn’t very talkative. He was very nervous, so I did most of the talking. At the end of the day he was so nervous I had to tell him “it’s okay if you wanna hug me”. When we parted, we both knew we wanted to see each other again. That first week we started hanging out almost every day on campus. Then following week, he asked me to come over his house to watch Disney movies and meet his …

Beach engagement photos are a popular trend among couples, and it’s not hard to see why. With the stunning backdrop of the ocean and the sandy beach, it’s a picturesque location that can make for some stunning photographs. If you’re considering having beach engagement photos taken Why the beach Beach engagement photos provide a unique and romantic setting for couples. The ocean and beach scenery can add a natural and ethereal touch to the photos that cannot be replicated in a traditional studio setting. It’s also a great opportunity for couples to have fun and let their personalities shine through in a relaxed and natural setting. The best time The best time to take beach engagement photos is usually during the “golden hour,” which is the hour before sunset or the hour after sunrise. During this time, the lighting is …

By Rebecca Barnes, Publisher of Brides & Weddings Signup for Bridal Buzz newsletter  Wedding photography is constantly evolving and adapting to new trends and technology. If you’re planning a wedding and want to stay up-to-date with the latest photography trends, read on. Here are some of the latest photography trends in the wedding industry. Documentary-style photography Documentary-style photography is becoming increasingly popular in the wedding industry. This style focuses on capturing candid, unposed moments throughout the wedding day, giving a more authentic and natural representation of the day’s events. Moody tones Moody, dark tones are becoming more popular in wedding photography. This style adds a dramatic and artistic feel to the photos, creating a unique and memorable look. Film photography Film photography is making a comeback in the wedding industry. This style produces a more nostalgic and timeless look, and …

By Dawn Klavon Adventure-based wedding and elopement photographer Rob Jinks doesn’t just want to take pretty pictures. “We will go so much deeper than that — giving you images that actually feel and look like real life,” Rob said. “We help you look your best without any harsh posing and without turning your wedding day into a production.” Rob’s photography business specializes in serving couples who love the outdoors and having an adventure. Photos might be on top of a mountain, or in the heart of a city. No matter where couples choose to get married, Rob wants them to experience their day to the fullest, with no awkward posing, just authentic moments. To get on Rob’s schedule, he advises booking an average of six to twelve months out, but encourages couples to reach out, no matter where they are …

By Amy Falkofske Sponsored by Wedding Stories by Tania The spark that started Tania Hossain’s wedding photography business happened in 2011 when she took photos of the preparations for a friend’s Ethiopian wedding. She also took photos of the ceremony at her friend’s request although she wasn’t the official photographer. Her friend ended up liking her photos better, which got her referrals in the Ethiopian, Sudanese and Somalian communities in Northern Virginia. Tania launched her business officially in 2013, specializing in wedding photography. In 2017, she started building a team that now includes five photographers and videographers. She incorporated video into their services in 2019. The Story Behind the Name Tania loves wedding stories and is especially enamored with the “Wedding Storyteller” series by Roberto Valenzuela, which she refers to as her wedding bible. Valenzuela says that, “as the photographer, …

By Amy Falkofske Sponsored by Wedding Stories by Tania The spark that started Tania Hossain’s wedding photography business happened in 2011 when she took photos of the preparations for a friend’s Ethiopian wedding. She also took photos of the ceremony at her friend’s request although she wasn’t the official photographer. Her friend ended up liking her photos better, which got her referrals in the Ethiopian, Sudanese and Somalian communities in Northern Virginia. Hossain launched her business officially in 2013, specializing in wedding photography. In 2017, she started building a team that now includes five photographers and videographers. She incorporated video into her services in 2019. The Story Behind the Name Hossain loves to tell stories, so she is especially enamored with the “Wedding Storyteller” series by Roberto Valenzuela, which she refers to as her wedding bible. Valenzuela says that “as …

Story and photos by Maria Azcona Photography  This was a gorgeous styled shoot from a shoot crawl with Styled Shoot Across America and the colors were just amazing and every single detail was just perfect. The Pastel colors with all the flowers and all the details made this shoot perfect.

By: Wedding Stories by Tania This is the story of two small-town laid-back guys who met online. They went out on a first date in a big city with a lot of skepticism about ever finding love.  Something magical happened on that first date – tingling feelings of love fluttering for them.  And with each next date, they fell in love till one day, they decided that marriage would be their happily ever after. Planning a marriage proposal can be overwhelming and exhilarating at the same time.  And the best way to do it is your way.  Chris did just that!  He hatched a wonderful plan to surprise his beloved Christopher with his marriage proposal.  That is about when I got the call and we got down to work quickly.  It took us a couple of months of chatting on …

By: Tania Hossain I never thought there would be a perfect time to talk about elopement weddings. If it weren’t for a certain sadness that is carried around with the thoughts of six feet apart and social distancing, most of 2020 has become elopers dream come true. Having said that, elopement weddings are some of my favorite ones. Having done a few of them, I find that it has very little to do with saving money and more to do with this is how couples decided to start their life of togetherness in marriage. Christian and Mariana’s elopement at the Spanish Steps in Dupont Circle – a Washington DC Wedding followed by honeymoon in Rome, Italy right after. Yes, that’s right. They got married in the early afternoon and caught a flight to Rome that evening! How about that for an elopement …

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