In a quiet corner of Manhattan’s Financial District, a former office building was transformed — not with fanfare, but with light. A single, continuous 100-foot line of custom office fixtures sliced through the room, forming the centerpiece for WE ARE ONA’s New York City opening.

Aspen in early spring holds a kind of quiet magic. The mountains are still wrapped in snow, but there’s a softness in the air — a hint that the seasons are beginning to turn. It was in that quiet space between winter and spring, on April 1st, that Brett asked Naomi to marry him. Before […]

Set in the Virginia hills, Tiffany and Evan’s wedding at The Seclusion was a masterclass in softness and intentionality. With a romantic palette of blush tones and grounded floral design, the day was rooted in connection and presence—now featured on Style Me Pretty.

The best wedding photos don’t just capture how things look—they capture how things feel. In this blog post, I break down my approach to natural, candid photography by focusing on active listening, trust-building, and reading the room. Whether you’re a wedding photographer looking for a fresh perspective or a couple nervous about getting in front of the camera, discover how real conversations and the right questions can transform your images. Say goodbye to stiff, awkward poses—this is wedding photography that feels like you.

Stepping into photography–more specifically, wedding photography– isn’t just about learning to take great photos. It’s about navigating uncertainty, proving yourself (sometimes over and over), and deciding—daily—to keep going when it feels like no one is paying attention. It’s easy to assume that once you land your first gig, the momentum will take care of itself. […]

Let’s talk about some of the current “controversial” trends making waves in our industry: blurry photos, crooked compositions, and direct flash.

I’m not one to jump on every preset bandwagon that rolls by. But The Editorial Edit? It’s got me excited about post-processing in a whole new way. These presets aren’t just good—they’re a perfect fit for where my style is heading right now.

There are so many locations in Washington, DC for engagement photos–from grand architectural marvels to intimate, cozy settings. Here are some of the best places for an engagement photo session in the city, each with its unique charm, ideal times, and other hot tips. National Gallery of Art Why It’s Perfect: The National Gallery of […]

In wedding photography, there’s a certain magic that lies in the moments that deviate from the norm. These outliers, the instances that stand out like hidden gems, hold a special place in the hearts of both the photographer and the couple.

Anytime I give “advice,” it doesn’t mean it’s going to work for you. The way you move through the world should be specific to you. There’s no consistent input and output when it comes to a client facing job if you can’t keep up with a consistency you set, you’ve set yourself up. I think people can sense when things are just a bit off and it comes off not only as inauthentic, but also unprofessional. It’s ok to be inexperienced and building, but it’s not ok to completely pretend that’s not happening.