DANIEL + RORY'S MINI-ENGAGEMENT SESSION || QUIET WATERS PARK, ANNAPOLIS

I love getting to meet clients before their wedding - I’ve done plenty of ‘walk-on’ days when I’ve never had a couple in front of the camera before and they’ve been a smash, but it’s always so much fun to carve out a little bit of time to do the ‘get to know you’ game while on a photo adventure.

Daniel and Rory upped the This Is Gonna Be Awesome ante by telling me their session had to be under wraps because they wanted their wedding save the dates to come as a surprise to all the folks they love. SO COOL!

They opted for a mini-session, and we decided Quiet Waters was going to fit the bill best because they love spending time outdoors together. While you can’t tell by the ridiculously sweaty weather we had, we seriously lucked out with some early fall scenery to match their outfits!

I can’t wait for their wedding next year! If all the laughter and travel stories we swapped are any sign of the day to come, it’s gonna be an absolute blast. Thanks for hanging, y’all! -xomej

ABI + BRI'S BEACHY BAYSIDE WEDDING || SILVER SWAN BAYSIDE - KENT ISLAND, MARYLAND

Alright y’all, we’re gonna try something new here! I made a promo album to leave behind at the lovely Silver Swan Bayside, and I figure maybe that’ll be a new and different way to show off a wedding.

Bri + Abi wanted their day to be full of all the loving sunshine that is true to the relationship they have with each other, and they knocked it out of the park. Their wedding was packed with color, bubbles, sweet vows, robust laughter, and bonus: a dancing, flipping ring-bearer, and a group of bridesmaids who don’t fear splashing in to the bay.

It was a blast to make this layout and to get to relive this summer magic! Congratulations to these stars - wishing y’all nothing but the best in all your days together. -xoMEJ

PATRICK + SHANNON || KENT ISLAND RESORT EARLY SPRING WEDDING

Are we repeating last year with rain every. dang. Saturday?

You know what, I’m not even mad this time. Especially if I’ve got couples who are as waterproof as Patrick and Shannon! Not only did these two roll with every rain drop, they created such an amazing experience to bring together their family and friends to celebrate their love.

I knew we were off to a good start for the day when there was still an outdoor ceremony setup despite some drizzle. That, and the fact that there was a legitimate dance party going on in the bridal suite. Patrick and Shannon picked the best hype squad possible,

Shannon and Patrick opted for not only a first look, but to exchange a private set of vows that had them laughing, crying, and getting a breather. I always support what a couple wants to do when it reinforces what is meaningful and makes the most of their time together, and first looks can really be it for many!

The rain held off for their ceremony, and enough for us to get some fierce family and formal wedding party poses on camera. I know I’m a broken record, but the soft light from overcast weather is just the most dreamy possible!

And it was packed dance floor for the rest of the night! I stole the newlyweds for one last dramatic outdoor set of photos before leaving them to party down with their favorite people.

Congrats to P+S on your stellar day, your rad wedding party, and your love that brought it all together. Cheers to many happy years together! -xoMEJ

✨✨ Vendor Dream Team ✨✨
Venue + Catering - @kentislandresort
HMUA - @thskin_beauty + Jackie Gass (shout with your handle so I can tag you if you see this!)
Florals - @myflowerboxdesigns
Cake + Cupcakes - @bluecrabcupcakes
DJ + Photo Booth - @crowentertainment
Drapery - @27studios