Regeti's Blog

That is what Allison at every angle reminded us of. She radiated joy and glistened beauty with every smile and every bit of laughter that escaped her. I don’t know if the two of them will ever get over the “high school” phase of love, it is clearly in the air all around them. Many of us would agree that it is one of a kind, but most of us were not fortunate to have it last forever. Although they are certainly not high school sweethearts rather they actually took a break in the middle of their relationship only to be reunited again by the love that was so relevant between them. Allison and Chad were one of those couples where all you had to do was tell them what you needed and they were on it, from the lighting to the timing they nailed each aspect of the day with precision.

There is a point with almost every single one of our clients where they are no longer clients anymore, but dear friends. Through photography we are able to connect with most of them, it is only through the true documentation of their story that a photographer begins to bond. That is what we honestly feel that we do within our images. Allison and Chad are prime examples that when you live life to it’s fullest the rewards are quite bountiful. One image that will stick with me forever is the image of Allison’s aunts placing her mother’s pearls on her as a final touch that set her gown a glow, almost angelic, there was a brief moment where you could see Allison reflect on what that moment meant, having lost her Mother when just a young girl you could tell that through Allison’s happiness, giggles, and triumph that her presence was yet still all around. That is something that no one can take from her. As Srinu and I were shooting from separate angles during the father/daughter dance I just watched as she hung on so tight to her dad, there was a brief moment when she glanced over at me and smiled, as I smiled back at her you could tell that there was this relief that this day had finally come, not only did it come, it could not have been more perfect!

Quick vendor shout outs! Martin Andrews with Blue Sky Films, love him! Rick’s team over at Amaryllis never a dull flower! Carl Ray on the Make-up, flawless! Westin Arlington Gateway on top of it! Kristie with Gala Events was a pleasure and kept everything running like a fine oiled machine, even when everyone’s agenda was not her own

Well sorta but this time just for a few sexy shots in DC as they wanted to capture a little of the district as time did not permit on their wedding day. After asking Neel and Rama if anything changed or was different now that they were living together it put a smile on our faces to remember what it was like when we first started living together! So enjoyed spending some quality time with the newlyweds last weekend!

Running against the hands of time and the down pour of rain we arrived at the Airlie for Megan and John’s wedding only to be told that their ceremony had in fact been moved in due to the storms headed our way. Certainly we were not going to let this get in the way of them having some great shots! With the couple having agreed to see one another before hand we were able to knock out quite a few great shots of everyone before we all had to begin singing the “Rain, Rain, Go Away!” song. It was so hot and muggy and against the bride’s better judgement she toughed it out by heading outside for some beautiful shots. Even though not at the time too thrilled about heading outdoors for some photo time with family, friends, bridal party, and the new hubby to be Megan was a trooper as we tuckered her out for all that she could withstand! But goodness it was so worth it!

We had the pleasure of working with not only this truly wonderful couple and their family, but a few new locals as well, Joan Day Weddings and Jason with Market Salamander for the wonderful cake! Other than hearing how the bride and groom met (that is the story for them to tell!) the next best treat of the evening was the awesome candy table that they had set up to send their guests off with a sweet treat! Much love and laughter is wished to you both!

We welcomed back a past bride and groom from 2006 for their family portraits and when we say family we mean just that! We had a blast as we photographed the Staats and their new additions as well as the rest of the extended family. We love seeing our couples when they come out with the latest additions!