Kashmira + James’ wedding – Walkers Overlook + St. James, Maryland

I do love a Friday wedding. And this year, Friday is the new Saturday. James + Kashmira are my first of three Friday weddings this year and their day couldn’t have been better. Since we’d never met in person, I wasn’t sure what to expect exactly but I knew from our many conversations that they had very definite ideas about what they wanted for their wedding photography. Which is a good thing. That vision and the amazing attention to detail that they brought to their wedding celebration made for some really fun photos and some really gorgeous portraits. Their ceremony at James’ alma mater the St. James School near Hagerstown took place in the quaint school chapel overseen by the school’s headmaster. The grounds were a lovely backdrop for the bride and groom and bridal party portraits. We hit it exactly at peak season for the numerous cherry trees. Then we headed to another new venue for me, called Walkers Overlook near Frederick for their reception. Beautiful views and a fabulous old barn—what more could I ask for? Perfect weather? A groom in a cobalt suit carrying a family heirloom pocket watch? A teary father-daughter dance? A crowded and energetic dance floor? It just couldn’t have been better.

Ceremony St. James School Hagerstown, MD 301.733.9330

Reception Venue Walkers Overlook Walkersville, Md 301.748.5667

Caterer Black Eyed Susan’s Catering John Walla 240.675.7628

Florist Candlelight Floral Designs Frederick, MD 240.440.4101

Hair and makeup Alina Karaman 202.257.2447

DJ DJ Rang 919.749.2567

Cake Sister’s Bake Shop 301.379.6353