Newborn: W & D - Hinson's Island
I first met William and Dani while we were working our photo booth at a New Year’s Eve Party at The Loren. These two instantly “struck” me as a couple that was totally in love. A few years later, Dani reached out about newborn photography for their firstborn, Bill.
I first met William and Dani while we were working our photo booth at a New Year’s Eve Party at The Loren. These two instantly “struck” me as a couple that was totally in love. A few years later, Dani reached out about newborn photography for their firstborn, Bill. With the couple living on Hinson’s Island, William picked me up at Darrel’s Wharf - and off we went! It was a fun afternoon; full of baby snuggles, giggles, and a few diaper changes. I’m so thankful I had the opportunity to work with these three!
Wedding: Kristie & Jeremy - Annandale, VA
Who doesn’t love a “homegrown” wedding?
It’s not everyday you get to photograph your childhood friends’ wedding… and it’s certainly not everyday you get to photograph part of the wedding at your own parents’ house. For this reason, this wedding was an emotional one to capture. Kristie and I - along with her brother, Scott - grew up together. I was either down at their house or they were up at ours. We spent Saturday nights and holidays together, swam on the same teams, fished our neighborhood creek together, terrorized the neighborhood on bicycles together, and got into good-ole fashion mischief together.
Who doesn’t love a “homegrown wedding?”
It’s not everyday you get to photograph your childhood friends’ wedding… and it’s certainly not everyday you get to photograph part of the wedding at your own parents’ house. For this reason, this wedding was an emotional one to capture. Kristie and I - along with her brother, Scott - grew up together. I was either down at their house or they were up at ours. We spent Saturday nights and holidays together, swam on the same teams, fished our neighborhood creek together, terrorized the neighborhood on bicycles together, and got into good-ole fashion mischief together.
When Kristie introduced us to Jeremy - I knew he was the right guy for her. After courting each other for a few years (and with a pandemic raging), they decided it was time to tie the knot. For reasons important to the bride and groom - their wedding date could not wait! For any couple who planned a 2020 wedding (and actually got married in 2020) - I think it’s fair to say that the couple’s decision to wed was not taken lightly.
Oddly enough, when I first heard of Kristie’s wedding, I already had a plane ticket in hand because I was flying home to help my folks with a “family matter”. It seemed “fate” had two reasons to bring me back in good ole Northern Virginia; one to assist my folks and two - to capture Kristie’s special day. Within a matter of weeks, Kristie and Jeremy planned a Micro “Covid Safe” Wedding; taking every precaution reasonably possible. The ceremony was held at Green Spring Gardens in our hometown of Annadale, Virginia.
Photo: Fiander Foto
Bride’s Dress: BHLDN | Guitar: Joe Fiander
Venue: Green Spring Gardens, Home of the Photographer, Home of the Bride
Elopement: Lauren & Ed - Horseshoe Bay & The Loren
Lauren and Ed were married in the "midst” of a pandemic. With their masks, wedding attire, and dog - the two “tied the knot” at Bermuda’s beautiful Horseshoe Bay Beach. After which, they held a virtual reception at The Loren. (How cool, right?) This included a virtual cocktail hour via Zoom with several of their friends and family members. They also held their First Dance and Cake Cutting over Zoom. From there, we went over to The Residence at The Loren. Lauren - being a documentary filmmaker - and Ed - being a doctor - both shared a common love of English Sparking wine. They cracked open a bottle and we set off onto the beach for our sunset photos - the perfect ending to an elopement!
Lauren and Ed were married in the "midst” of a pandemic. With their masks, wedding attire, and dog - the two “tied the knot” at Bermuda’s beautiful Horseshoe Bay Beach. After which, they held a virtual reception at The Loren. (How cool, right?) This included a virtual cocktail hour via Zoom with several of their friends and family members. They also held their First Dance and Cake Cutting over Zoom. From there, we went over to The Residence at The Loren. Lauren - being a documentary filmmaker - and Ed - being a doctor - both shared a common love of English Sparking wine. They cracked open a bottle and we set off onto the beach for our sunset photos - the perfect ending to an elopement!
Photographer: Fiander Foto | Locations: Horseshoe Bay Beach & The Loren Hotel
Officiant: Bermuda Registry General | Florist: Suzan Sickling
Bride’s Dress: Stella McCartney | Bride’s Earrings & Groom’s Cuff-links: Davidrose Jewelry
Groom’s Shorts & Socks: TABS | Groom’s Blazer: English Sports Shop
Portrait: Ana & Family - Private Residence
I had a great time working with Anna and her family! They opted to have their photo shoot occur at their family homestead. Despite the clouds, we had a wonderful time and captured lasting memories.
