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Annapolis Maritime Museum wedding – part two

March 23, 2019/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

L+J’s Annapolis Maritime Museum summer wedding continued after the ceremony with some time for portraits on the dock attached to the museum. I love getting a chance to get the couple alone for a few minutes after the ceremony even if we’ve done the bulk of the portraits beforehand. The joy and relief of having the ceremony behind them is often visible and they can just relax and have fun. Some of my favorite photos of the two of them were when we stole out for sunset photos and the bride was totally fine with sitting down (in her wedding dress!!) and those made just the sweetest pictures.

Their party was an all out blast. The DC Transit Band kept the crowd going all night long. By the end of the night the dance floor was littered with play money (and maybe some beer too ;-). The couple made their getaway with their bridal party via water taxi into the darkness but not before posing for one last adorable photo!!

ICYMI part one is here!

Wedding + Reception Annapolis Maritime Museum 410-295-0104

Event coordinator + Caterer Ken’s Creative Kitchen 410-268-3222

Florist Gateway Florist 410-263-8141

Hair and makeup Ariel Lewis LLC (makeup – Sarah Youngquist, hair- Jasika) 443-421-5591

Band DC Transit Band 703-401-1299

Cake Sweet Hearts Patisserie 410-263-6513

Annapolis Maritime Museum wedding – part one

March 3, 2019/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

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From there we headed to the Museum for the couple to have their first look. It was a little tricky on a narrow walkway over the water but their sheer joy at seeing each other was easy to capture. We made our way around the boats and the docks for some portraits and then escaped the heat for a few minutes before the ceremony began. I loved that dad and daughter took a brief moment as they entered the aisle to look at each other and savor this incredible moment. The ceremony was full of laughs and they exchanged their vows and then processed up the aisle where the bride got a big ‘ol hug from her sister.

Their day was just starting so check out part two where there will be more romantic portraits and a GREAT dance party. Oh and a departure by water taxi!!

Wedding + Reception Annapolis Maritime Museum 410-295-0104

Event coordinator + Caterer Ken’s Creative Kitchen 410-268-3222

Florist Gateway Florist 410-263-8141

Hair and makeup Ariel Lewis LLC (makeup – Sarah Youngquist, hair- Jasika) 443-421-5591

Band DC Transit Band 703-401-1299

Cake Sweet Hearts Patisserie 410-263-6513

Woodend Sanctuary wedding – Chevy Chase, Maryland

December 10, 2018/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

Over a year in the planning, I knew L+N’s Woodend Sanctuary wedding was going to be something special. With the help of Chrishaun at Elegance + Simplicity, there were no details left to chance. Except for one. The weather. Woodend is absolutely gorgeous anytime of year and in early June it is lush and green. The couple planned their day with lots of pink that completely popped against the stunning foliage. Unfortunately this year, June weekend were synonymous with rain. They day dawned hot and steamy and was sunny almost until game time. Then the skies opened up. It was a heavy downpour but short enough to still make it work for the outdoor ceremony they had their heart set on. The best part was that even though there was a little bump in their day, it didn’t stop them or their guests from having fun and celebrating this truly wonderful couple. Chairs were dried off, pathways were swept and the bride happily walked down the aisle on the arm of her brother to marry her guy. Stay tuned for part two of their wedding post with champagne pong (yay!), an epic entrance and beautiful first dance.

Wedding + Reception site Woodend Sanctuary 8940 Jones Mill Rd, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Event coordinator Chrishaun Jones for Elegance + Simplicity

Site coordinator Beatriz Engel 301-652-9188

Caterer + Cake Design Cuisine 703-979-9400

Florist Elegance and Simplicity Katie Martin 301-922-3375

Hair Giselle 240.997.5241 and Makeup Carola Myers 571-214-5558

Band The Bachelor Boys Band – Adam Hopkins 517-775-2815

Merriweather Post Pavillion wedding part two – Columbia, Maryland

September 16, 2018/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

Megan + Dennis’ Merriweather Post Pavillion wedding had so many super fun do-it yourself touches that told their guests so much about their personalities and their love of all things music and adventure. The two have traveled the world together and their table centerpieces highlighting the cities they love were also strewn with musical notes and my favorite favor–a flash drive of music for their guests to take home that looked like an old cassette tape. Their cake was pretty awesome too with the silhouette of iconic destinations around the world (the Statue of Liberty, the Eiffel Tower) and their passports.

After a lovely cocktail hour, guests made their way upstairs to the light-filled reception space where the couple were toasted by the best man and sister of the bride/maid of honor and shared a sweet first dance. And once the dance floor opened it was a light out great party. I did manage to sneak the couple out for a few minutes in the chilly sunset where their name was in lights as they hugged each other close.

Deb Lindsey Photography weddings

Wedding + Reception site Merriweather Post Pavillion Site coordinator Joy Strianese 301-272-7611

Caterer Zeffert and Gold 410-944-4481

Hair and makeup Alison Harper 301-979-8033

DJ Jason Burns 410-569-6000

Cake Touché Touchet 410-997-9338

Merriweather Post Pavillion wedding – Columbia, Maryland

September 3, 2018/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

Merriweather Post Pavillion isn’t known as a wedding venue. For forty years it has been great music hall and outdoor ampitheater will a full schedule of concerts.

Megan +Dennis took advantage of the gap in events in early spring (and ongoing construction of the main stage) to hold their music and travel themed wedding. Merriweather is a favorite place of theirs to have music and I think this was their first wedding there. Ever. Plus they got their name up in lights!

The weather can be a little volatile in late March in the DC area (my wedding anniversary is March 30 so I know it can be lovely or downright cold). A snow storm came through the area the week of the wedding and the weather was a little bit nippy but the happy couple was undeterred. The original plan of holding the wedding on the main stage also took a hit when the roof that covers the amphitheater’s stage and seating fell in January in the midst of being raised 20 feet. Luckily we had done engagement photos all over the park last fall so weren’t planning to roam around the grounds for photos on the wedding day. These were relatively minor snags–a wedding always has at least one thing that will not be as planned! So instead of the stage, a lovely small room with a wall of windows became the ceremony site. We were still able to use the cool clean lines of the band hangout area for their first look and their portraits. We even took a sneak onto the balcony overlooking the stage for a few minutes.

The ceremony was conducted by Megan’s sister and was so funny and heartfelt. Their wedding was small and intimate and so full of fun. My favorite part of the ceremony were the personalized vows that had everyone laughing! Be on the lookout for part two of their wedding blog post where I show off all the amazing and DIY details that truly captured the adventurous and musically inclined personalities of the bride and groom!

And a very special shout out to Geoff Baker, my college buddy and fellow University of Maryland Diamondback photographer who served as Dennis’ best man. He sent the couple my way and what a compliment it is to be recommended by such a talented photographer!

Deb Lindsey Photography weddings

Wedding + Reception site Merriweather Post Pavillion Site coordinator Joy Strianese 301-272-7611

Caterer Zeffert and Gold 410-944-4481

Hair and makeup Alison Harper 301-979-8033

DJ Jason Burns 410-569-6000

Cake Touché Touchet 410-997-9338

Wedding Engagements – part two

January 1, 2018/in Engagements, Wedding Engagements /by lindseydeb

Welcome back to part two of this fall’s DC area wedding engagements!! There were a couple revelations for me along the way. As much as I enjoy returning to old favorites like the National Mall and Old Town Alexandria, I got to explore some new locations. It seems impossible that I’d never done an engagement session at the now iconic Union Market hearts mural but with Bryan and Meg I got my chance. Photographing in Alexandria is always fun and with Marina and Cal we explored some old favorites (Prince Street and the alley nearby) and chased the beautiful fall sunlight. Finally in my last session of the year, Laura and Jordan I spent time in downtown Annapolis–not a new location for me but it’s been quite awhile since I’d been there. We managed to catch the last gasp of fall color with some of the trees near the State House. So if you’ve just gotten engaged or know someone who has–give me a buzz! And if you need a little advice on how to prepare for an engagement session check out this blog post. Happy New Year and looking forward to all the couples I’ll be working with in 2018!!

M+B at Union Market and Jefferson Memorial wedding engagements

M+C in Old Town Alexandria

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L+J in Annapolis

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Wedding Engagements – part one

December 25, 2017/in Engagements, Uncategorized, Wedding Engagements /by lindseydeb

Did you know that the period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is what we in the wedding industry call engagement season? As we near the peak engagement frenzy, I thought it was a good time to show some of the engagement sessions I’ve had throughout the year. Many are in recognizable locations like the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, Old Town Alexandria and Union Market and Meridian Hill Park and outside Nats Park. And also my first photo shoot inside a DC Public Library in Georgetown. It was also really fun to have the run of the place at Merriweather Post Pavillion in Columbia for Dennis + Megan’s session. Stay tuned for more to come later this week of some fall wedding engagements around town!

L+N at Meridian Hill Park and Lincoln Memorial

H+N at Jefferson Memorial and Nationals Park

L+L’s engagement session at the DC Public Library in Georgetown

D+M at Merriweather Post Pavillion

R+R at Navy Yards

Historic London Town and Gardens wedding part two

August 31, 2017/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

Laura + Edgar’s Historic London Town and Gardens wedding near Annapolis continues with their portraits, details and all the wedding reception fun. The venue has such an interesting variety of settings for portraits, from the texture of the tobacco barns (which I admit I was a little obsessed with) to the gorgeous river views from atop the hill near an old brick house and then a lower view by the dock. And how gorgeous was the sky that day–hard to tell it was over 90 degrees with about 90% humidity.

The couple met in medical school and are both going to be pediatricians so the ring photo with the med schools books was a natural. I have to say it’s the first time I’d done detail shots that included a liver diagram!And of course I had to include the Regency Estates group photo. It’s just proof of what I know to be true–Regency families are friends for life.

After dinner and completely in the dark, the bride and groom and Laura’s parents and I trekked through the woods adjacent to the ceremony site to find the bottle of bourbon buried there a month ago. Considering how long I’ve been a wedding photographer, it’s a little surprising that I’ve never shot this southern tradition. The look on Laura’s face as she tasted the bourbon was priceless. The party itself was a fun and sweaty dance party, just as a good summer wedding should be.

Wedding + Reception site: Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD – Site coordinator Keara Mahan 410-222-1919 ext 201

Event coordinator Adriana Gorman at Adriana Marie Events 410-533-8414

Caterer Zefert and Gold – Matt Gold 410-944-4481 Ext. 307

Florist Eden Floral Designs– Eve Thompson 443-364-8815

Hair and makeup Pretty Weird Beauty– Caitlin Gibbons 443-988-1609

DJ Icon DJ- DJ Amaze – Dave Mays 302-857-0263

Cake Cakes by Rachel– Rachel 443-221-7569

Historic London Town and Gardens wedding

August 21, 2017/in Weddings /by lindseydeb

Laura and Edgar’s Historic London Town and Gardens wedding in Edgewater, Maryland was such a joy for many reasons. Yes, it was really hot and there was a slight rain delay and some discussion about moving things inside. But ultimately we were able to take full advantage of the beautiful view of the water for their outdoor ceremony and the historic buildings on the grounds for their portraits. But the main reason Laura + Edgar’s wedding was so special to me is the Regency Estates Swim Club connection. The bride and her family are long time members of the community pool in Potomac where my little family has spent most of our summers for the last 10+ years. It was there that we discovered our daughter’s swimming passion which has led her to a college scholarship and where my son continues his summer swimming career. Laura and her brother Jon were on the team when my children were little and it has always been such a warm and welcoming atmosphere where the youngest swimmers have tangible role models in the big kids on the team. The chance to document a wedding where there were so many familiar faces and to see the continuing friendships formed at our little summer pool which had the best above ground pool pump and was always clean–it was amazing and I admit I teared up more than once.

After a quick change into her wedding dress, Laura made her way to Edgar waiting in the gardens for their first look. We may not have had a lot of time for preparation photos but one of my favorites from the day was the one of the bride and her mom, Sue, both tearing up and having the exact same reaction to it. We sweated through some fun portraits (thankfully I was the one sweating not the lovely bride & groom!) and then we dodged the raindrops as the sweet (literally–there was chocolate) commenced. Part two (coming soon) will have more portraits, details and fun at the reception and a first for me…the southern tradition of the digging up of a bottle of bourbon!

Wedding + Reception site: Historic London Town and Gardens 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD – Site coordinator Keara Mahan 410-222-1919 ext 201

Event coordinator Adriana Gorman at Adriana Marie Events 410-533-8414

Caterer Zefert and Gold – Matt Gold 410-944-4481 Ext. 307

Florist Eden Floral Designs– Eve Thompson 443-364-8815

Hair and makeup Pretty Weird Beauty– Caitlin Gibbons 443-988-1609

DJ Icon DJ- DJ Amaze – Dave Mays 302-857-0263

Cake Cakes by Rachel– Rachel 443-221-7569

Washington Post food photography – August edition

August 16, 2017/in Food /by lindseydeb

A lot (but not all) of the food photography I do is for the Washington Post. I’m lucky enough to do some studio photography to illustrate the recipes and cover stories that run in the paper. And I also get to travel all over the metropolitan DC area for the paper’s various dining reviews–the Washington Post Magazine Sunday dining reviews, the Weekend section’s $20 Diner and the Food section’s First Bite reviews. So I’ve gathered some of my favorite recent images from such fun new restaurants like The Salt Line, Millie’s, Chicken + Whiskey in DC, Flamant and True Food Kitchen in Maryland and Hummingbird in Virginia. Oh, and if you’re not following me on Instagram (@deblindsey) please do! Lots of these photos and various other food photos show up there on a daily basis.

Walleye Pike with sweet corn puree, potato confit, heirloom cucumbers with homemade BBQ sauce and parsley juice at The Riggsby

Pot Brownie Sundae (molten brownie, ice cream, chocolate crunchy toffee, hazelnut brittle and chocolate sauce) at The Riggsby and a variety of easy to make ice cream sandwiches in the Post studio.

Bartender Tyler Jensen with customers at the bar at The Riggsby.

Fig Baklava Tartlets in the studio and theThe Fluffernutter milkshake is an Instagram-worthy spectacle at The Salt Line in DC.

Grilled Plums With Goat Cheese and Honey-Lime Drizzle and Maine Blueberry ice cream at Millie’s in DC.

Cookies (Chocolate Chip, Homemade Fig Newtons and Peanut Butter Sandwich cookie) and Milk dessert at Hummingbird in Alexandria and the Karamell-Grey cake at Leopold’s Kafe in Georgetown.

Bowmore 12 Whiskey on the rocks (with custom carved ice) at Chicken + Whiskey in Washington, DC.

Customers order Gifford’s Ice Cream at the take out window at Millie’s in DC and Cactus Cantina array of food for a Weekend cover photo.

Squid Ink Tonarelli with Cockles, Shishito Pepper, White Wine Garlic Cream Sauce at Tredici Enoteca inside the St. Gregory Hotel in DC.

Tomatoes, corn, squash, herbs and nectarines for a food section story on summer harvest recipes.

DCity Smokehouse’s ribs, brisket and pulled pork, with baked beans for a Weekend cover story and sauces to accompany red snapper at Hummingbird in Va.

Roasted Carrot Ice Cream With Hazelnut Sesame-Seed Crumble, Cheese Ice Cream With Blackberries, Rhubarb-Elderflower Sorbet, No-Churn Peanut Butter Curry Ice Cream, Tres Leches Ice Cream and Rocky Road Nice Cream.

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