Mr. and Mrs. Lopez. [Hilton Hotel Wedding]

A few weekends ago, I had the pleasure of shooting Mario and Stephanie Lopez's wedding. This was an exciting point in my photography career, because it was the first time I've ever been the head shooter at a wedding. I've second shot many beautiful weddings in the last couple years, and partnered with fabulous photographers. I'm so, so glad I did. The experience and training I received by working under those many talented photographers assisted me in every minute of the Lopez wedding. It all came so naturally, I honestly loved every second. To make it even better, my best friend (and incredible photographer) Nicole Michelle agreed to second shoot the wedding with me!

Mario and Stephanie were a wonderful couple to shoot. Capturing the little smiles and gazes they'd give each other throughout the day was the cutest thing. Their friends and family were so joyful and friendly, the laughter was never ending as the day went on.

Stephanie was a sweetheart, and a beautiful bride. As she was getting her makeup & hair done, she kept smiling + beaming at random times. It was the sweetest thing, she was so excited. And then Mario and Stephanie saw each other for the first time that day. The two of them couldn't stop smiling for one second of the entire shoot at Black Hills. So in love.







After a few hours of getting beautified, we headed over to Black Hills Park (where we took family + group pictures.) Stephanie had a single bridesmaid, making for a small bridal party. What got my attention was how personal everything was. The wedding was very family oriented, making the occasion comfortable & relaxed.















And then Mario and Stephanie saw each other for the first time that day. The two of them couldn't stop smiling for one second of the entire shoot at Black Hills. So in love.

















After shooting at Black Hills Park, the wedding party and I headed over to the Hilton in North Washington D.C. The ceremony + reception were in the same room, giving the wedding a festive, upbeat feel. All the little decorations around the room were perfect, making for a beautiful wedding ceremony & lively reception.