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Favorite wedding photographs of 2016 Part One

In my many years as a wedding photographer, one thing I have not done is a year end round up of my favorite wedding photographs. It’s a new year so I thought I’d start it off right but trying something new!

I decided to make the task even harder by limiting each wedding (that was allowed to appear online) to five images. These are often my favorites or ones that I may have overlooked in previous blog posts. As hard as it is to narrow down each wonderful day into so few images, it was great fun to look back over the past year and the great couples I had the pleasure to work with.

Here are the full blog posts from each of the weddings below but enjoy the five images I’ve chosen from each! And stay tuned later in the week for part two from the second half of 2016.

Meredith + Lindsay at the Park Hyatt in Washington, DC

Park Hyatt Wedding Deb Lindsey

Becky + Harry at The Fairmont Washington DC

Fairmont DC Wedding Deb Lindsey

Brenden + Sarah at Patapsco Valley State Park in Ellicott City, Maryland

Patapsco Valley State Park wedding Deb Lindsey Kate + Justin at Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Maryland

Congressional Country Club wedding Deb Lindsey Brandi + Mike’s Georgetown DC elopement

Georgetown DC elopement Deb Lindsey Scott + Chris at Meridian House Washington, DC

Meridian House wedding Deb Lindsey Alicia + Chris at Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, VA

Army Navy Country Club wedding Deb Lindsey

Mandarin Oriental wedding – Washington, DC

September 28, 2016/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

It is not an exaggeration to say that Hiba + Matt’s Mandarin Oriental summer wedding in DC was a nonstop day of emotion, laughs and so many surprises! They were determined to give their guests an event they wouldn’t forget.

The Mandarin Oriental ballroom was transformed beautifully and guests sat at their tables to watch the ceremony unfold on a stage surrounded by flowers. The elegant pops of red were just the right touch. Officiated by family, the ceremony was lighthearted and funny. And then, the party!! The wedding party was escorted back into the ballroom by Lebanese drummers as a nod to the bride’s heritage. Yes, they did the traditional first dance but that was after two of the groomsmen “kidnapped” the bride but were foiled when Matt burst into the ballroom accompanied by the “Mission Impossible” theme. From that point on the dance floor was packed–led by the bride and groom who were terrific dancers. The final surprise came during the cake cutting. Did I mention it was a 7-foot cake by Buttercream Bakeshop?? Cut with a sword. And with confetti cannons firing? Or the bride and groom simultaneously tossing a bouquet and a football with a garter on it? Like I said, non-stop action and so many fun things to photograph.

With so many moving parts it’s critical that an extraordinary planner be the one behind the scenes. Kudos to Sara Bauleke at Belle Notte for making it all happen without a hitch.

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Event coordinator Sara Bauleke – Bella Notte 703-979-5887

Site coordinator Katie Jones – Mandarin Oriental 202-787 6125

Florist Jill Medawar – Toulies En Fleur – 703-868-5939

Hair Michael Awad from Toka Salon 202-333-5133

Makeup Nour Kazoun – info@nourkazoun.com

DJ NYX Entertainment – DJ Howie – 301-984-0500

Cake Buttercream Bakeshop – 202 -735-0102

Videographer Suburban Video – Chris Lucarelli 301-315-6300

Park Hyatt wedding – Washington, DC

May 10, 2016/in Same Sex weddings, Weddings /by lindseydeb

What a pleasure it was to start 2016 off with Lindsay + Meredith and their Park Hyatt wedding in downtown DC. Early January can be a risky weather proposition in Washington but we lucked out with an unseasonably warm day–warm enough for a charming first look in front of the iconic Blue Duck Tavern big black doors. I just loved the photo of their friends and Lindsay’s mom watching them see each other for the first time from the window! In fact the whole day was filled with the support of their family and friends. Their ceremony was funny and emotional and conducted by one of their closest friends. What strikes me so much as I look through their photos is the sheer joy on both of their faces throughout the day. They make each other laugh and their happiness is just contagious. The Park Hyatt was the perfect setting for their day, chic and modern and Blue Vanda Design‘s orchids throughout the ceremony and reception space was just the right touch. The couple was determined to throw and great party and there’s no doubt they succeeded. From their first dance the party was in full swing and we had such fun capturing the energy. Although I have to say that one of my absolute favorites from the evening was Lindsay and her father’s dance. Tears were flowing (which is always good for photos!).

Wedding + Reception Park Hyatt, 1201 24th St., NW., Washington, DC – Toni Apollaro 202.419.6696

Florist: Blue Vanda Designs Jeff Johnson 301.262.1101

Hair/Make-up: Andre Chreky Salon 1604 K Street, NW • Washington, DC 20006 202.293.9393

Band: Doctor’s Orders 800.550.4265

Park Hyatt wedding – Washington, DC

December 9, 2015/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

I always look forward to a Park Hyatt wedding. There are definitely advantages to shooting someplace often, but each couple adds there own dynamic to the day. It’s a fun challenge for me to find new places to make fabulous photos. Carrie and Adam got married on a steamy day in July (yes, still running behind on blogging) and that meant a limit on what we could do outside. We did get off a few quick shots outside the iconic black doors of the Blue Duck Tavern but mostly we were inside. I was blown away by the gorgeous room décor. The flowers over the chuppah were just stunning and the white and blush pink color scheme for the day was lovely as well. One of my favorite moments from the day was when Carrie came out to a room full of family and friends after getting dressed. Her mom peeking her head out from behind the door was priceless. Another favorite was a very small moment while Carrie was getting bustled when Adam leaned over to give her a kiss. It’s just her eyes looking up at him but it is those moments that excite me the most about being a wedding photographer.