My first wedding of 2014 was with the most amazing couple ever, Ashley and Tom. When I met first Ashley, I wanted to work with her instantly. She is one of the sweetest individuals with the biggest, brightest smile I have ever seen. We also figured out we have a ton of connections: she went to college with one of my high school soccer pals (who even recommended me!) and she lived and worked in my hometown of Nashville, Tennessee, which is where Tom proposed (more specifically in Noshville Delicatessen, a local fav)! So when she officially hired me I was ecstatic and couldn't wait for their big day. Ashley and Tom's wedding was simple and classic. They both got ready at the Loews Madison, a very clean and minimal hotel (perfect for details and portraits). You'll note very quickly that I became a huge fan of their outdoor terrace that had giant green hedges! One of my favorite shots of the day was what I call an unconventional family portrait. When we were leaving the Madison, Ashley and her family walked out out together (the family all holding the veil) and they were all smiles and excited to leave for the ceremony. I just love it because it's not your typical family photo!

Ashley and Tom's ceremony was at St. John's Episcopal Georgetown Parish. My favorite photo of the day was taken literally just after Ashley and Tom had recessed down the aisle and passed through the blue church doors. That excitement of being newlyweds was so palpable and I love that you can see it in the photo! After we left Georgetown, we made our way to the reception space at Carnegie Institution for Science. There are so many photos I love from the Carnegie, but the one that sticks out is of Tom's two groomsmen photobombing the bridesmaids photo. That photo gives you a good indication of just how fun-loving and happy everyone was at Ashley and Tom's wedding!

Ashley and Tom, thank you so much for having me photograph you wedding! You were an incredible couple to work with and I hope you enjoy your photos as much as I do. And many thanks to my second shooter, Kristi Odom, and wedding planner extraordinaire, Tabitha Roberts, of Roberts and Co. Events! Enjoy!

Georgetown & Carnegie Institution for Science Wedding // Lisa Boggs Photography // DC Wedding Photography

It's time for another engagement session! Yippee! I recently headed out to the gorgeous Bluemont Vineyard to photograph a super sweet couple, Alex and Joe! I met Alex at a wedding this past spring, as she was assisting the lovely planner, Tabitha Roberts. After the three of us hit it off at the wedding, Alex contacted me about photographing some engagements for she and her fiance Joe, and the rest is history! Alex and Joe chose Bluemont Vineyard for their engagement photo site, and I couldn't have been happier. Even though driving out that way takes up a bit of time, the wine and stunning views make the journey completely worth it! Alex and Joe also brought their adorable dog, Jazz, along for the ride (which I didn't mind at all, I love dogs!). We all had an awesome time just relaxing, sipping on some wine, eating some delicious snacks, and eventually taking some photos (we almost forgot that's why we were there!).

Alex and Joe were so cute in front of the camera. We really had a blast just walking around the vineyard and taking photos here and there. Alex incorporated some really cool elements like writing her "save the date" on her boots for some photos. She also made a rope banner where she clothes-pinned photos of she and Joe's loved ones that had already passed on. Alex's grandfather recently passed away, and I thought it was so cool to pay tribute him and other relatives who won't be at Alex and Joe's wedding by having them in some engagement photos. After our shoot at the vineyard, we kept an eye out for any other locations that might be fun to photograph in, and actually stumbled upon a field with a tractor! Joe loves tractors, so he was completely giddy. We ran into the field really quick-like, took some photos, and ran out to avoid anyone who might get mad at us photographing there! Ha ha ha!

Thanks so much, Alex and Joe (and Jazz!) for inviting me along to Bluemont for your engagements! I hope you love the photos!