So there seemed to be a MILLION people on the mall…

People, people EVERYWHERE!

But we think images without random people are sooooo much kewler…so we got these shots…clients like Jen and Dan are the kewlest EVER and they deserve to have amazing images no matter who is around!

Jen and Dan's amazingness at the Lincoln Memorial - after session for their Wedding

Jen and Dan's amazingness at the Lincoln Memorial - after session for their Wedding

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Mindy and Joriana are the women behind Ever After Visuals, a mother-daughter wedding photography team with vision — we photograph stories of emotion and capture them. We specialize in modern, emotional, romantic images such as what can be seen from Mike and Nikki’s Wedding at Merriweather Manor!  We also had a great time with Nikki and Mike at Potomac Point Winery for their engagement shoot. Check it out here.

Mike and Nikki’s After Session was held at:

The National Arboretum

3501 New York Avenue, NE
Washington, D. C. 20002
202-245-2726

Clients like Nikki and Mike are why we love wedding photography…they are warm, caring, down to earth and just so much fun to be with…just the kind of clients we love to work with.   Truly, we looked forward to photographing them at the National Arboretum because we wanted to find a place that would help tell their special love story…

You see, when we look at Nikki and Mike, we see two people who are not only in love, but have that deep connection that many aspire to, but is only rarely achieved.

That’s why we love the words of the song…it just fits them so well.

By now you’d know that I’d come for you
No one but you, yes I’d come for you
But only if you told me to
And I’d fight for you
I’d lie, it’s true
Give my life for you
You know I’d always come for you

It’s this connection that we feel privileged to share — to record the way they look at each other, to document the smiles, the laughter, the tears, to share in witnessing the start of their family and best of all, to tell their love story, their unique love story that is like no other.

We hope you enjoy the slideshow we did for you!

Click here to check out Mike & Nikki’s SNEAK PEAK After Session Montage!

Professional Wedding photography of Mike and Nikki

Mike and Nikki looking cool at Capitol Columns at National Arboretum

Vintage fashion wedding photo

Unique pink shoes!

Photojournalism mixed with a little bit of fashion

Post wedding photo

Wedding photography at the National Arboretum

Portrait of Love using natural light

One of our favorite portraits

Cool angle in an urban scene

Cool portrait on an urban column

Fashion meets urban

Love and awesome pictures

Bridal portrait outside of Capitol columns

Sunny day in a Wedding dress and tux

Awesome unique portrait

Outdoor Wedding photo

Blue tone outdoor natural light photo

Outdoor down the steps

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Mindy & Joriana – Contact Us!

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Merriweather Manor is located in Northern Virginia, outside of Washington DC a place that Ever After Visuals, a mother-daughter photography team love to photograph at.

Ceremony & Reception: Merriweather Manor
Caterer: Purple Onion Catering
Wedding Cake: Wanda’s Cakes
Wedding Coordinator: True Wedding Events
Bridal Gown: Priscilla’s of Boston
DJ: Mega Watt Inc.
Make-up Artist: Brooke Williams
Hair Stylist: Devon Baltimore
Honeymoon Destination: Adams Oceanfront Dewey Beach, DE

Merriweather Manor

16925 Locust Hill Lane
Leesburg, VA 20177
(571) 209-8122

“Lying here with you
Listening to the rain
Smiling just to see the smile upon your face
These are the moments I thank God that I’m alive
These are the moments I’ll remember all my life
I’ve found all I’ve waited for . . . “

. . . “And I could not ask for more” . . . these are the lyrics that Mike and Nikki danced their first dance as man and wife under a canopy of stars, their closest friends and family surrounding them. This song perfectly encompassed Mike and Nikki’s Wedding day — a beautiful day to start off the lives of two of the most awesome people!

Saturday, May 29th started off at Merriweather Manor, the location for both the ceremony and reception. Merriweather Manor, is a kewl local venue; a Georgian colonial built in 1770, that sits on top of a cozy enclave within the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains. From the front porch, the elevation provides a spectacular view, sweeping over 400 acres across the Potomac River valley.

Nikki and her bridesmaids, Maggie, Elizabeth, Sandy and Jen, all arrived looking radiant in their 3/4 length berry dresses. One of the many things we love about Nikki is that she’s a shoe fanatic — as we are also! So as soon we saw Nikki’s Badgley Mischka white satin sling-back shoes, we were in love and knew that this was going to be a wedding with style and class.

As wedding photographers, one of our favorites moments of  the day  would have to be the moment the groom sees his bride for the first time. Nikki and Mike chose to see each other before the actual ceremony and we think the images show why this is a smart new tradition for unique brides.  Mindy and I both agree that Mike’s reaction was one of the best we’ve ever seen! As Nikki tapped him on the shoulder, he turned to see his soon-to-be wife. A series of emotions then appeared on Mike’s face as he looked her over from head to toe. Mike’s mouth dropped in what we feel could only accurately be described as awe.   Next he smiled, and that smile soon turned into a laugh. Nikki turned to us with a knowing look and smiled, a big beautiful smile that, to us, looked like pure happiness.  Her smile seemed to say to us “THIS is why I’m marrying this man…”

We especially love unique traditions during the ceremony;  including a sand ceremony was poignant  –  this wasn’t just for Mike and Nikki, but also for Mike’s two daughters; Ashley, Alex; and son,  Brennan. Sand was poured, vows were said, tears were shed and a kiss was shared to bring two people together, never to part.   The rush of emotions that travel across the faces of a bride and groom immediately after the kiss is often a pinnacle at a wedding — and Nikki’s face proved to be no exception.  Immediately after being introduced,   we documented with our cameras,  emotions transforming from one to another… the euphoria of the moment, the tears of gratitude for finding Mike and the realization that Mike is now….home.

After a warm welcome from the bride and groom,  guests entered the reception area to be met first thing with the sweet smell  of freshly cut roses. The centerpieces were gorgeous!! Vibrant colors were everywhere. Glasses in  festive  hues decorated the tables. Speeches were given by the best man, Mike’s brother, which included some very touching moments throughout their childhood — from sibling rivalry to the birth of their children, and yes, we did tear up a little!

Before meeting Mike, Nikki used to be a nanny. What started off as a business relationship soon turned into a strong friendship between Nikki and former employer, LaDawn who gave the second speech. Elizabeth, Nikki’s bridesmaid and LaDawn’s daughter, who Nikki used be a nanny to, sang the song for Nikki and Mike’s first dance. And if I’m being honest, I have to say I liked it better than the original version by Sara Evans — it was so incredibly beautiful!

To Mike and Nikki, thank you for allowing us to have the honor of photographing your wedding. Not only did we have a blast, but we felt right at home, just like part of the family.  We feel incredibly blessed to be included on this most joyous of days and are grateful for your friendship.

We also had a great time with Nikki and Mike at Potomac Point Winery for their engagement shoot. Check it out here.

We hope you enjoy the slideshow we did for you!

Click here to check out Mike & Nikki’s SNEAK PEAK Wedding Montage!

Isn't she pretty? Nikki's bridal photo

First look on the wedding day

Unique portraits on the wedding day

Love outdoor

Groomsmen portrait outdoors

First kiss during the wedding ceremony

Mr. and Mrs Wedding photo

First dance photojournalism

Unique photo during first dance

Most awesome cool sparkler shot

Best,

Mindy & Joriana – Contact Us!

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Washington, DC is a very popular location for engagement, wedding and Day After Sessions with Ever After Visuals. As part of our wedding photography collections, you not only hire two wedding photographers, who specialize in wedding photojournalism or capturing the emotion of the moment, you are hiring wedding photojournalist who LOVE to work in DC.

This can be a challenge for a VA wedding photographer who only works in Virginia. Day After Sessions are some of our favorite though because typically our couple is at their most relaxed and have the opportunity to make fantastic images. Jean Pierre is soon to be a pilot. When he asked us if we could incorporate some images with a plane, we were thrilled to have this unique opportunity.

It was blue skies and sunshine all day with Jean Pierre and Eneida for their ‘Day After’ Session. We watched as Jean Pierre held Eneida while the sun made it’s way to the horizon line and the moon made it’s appearance, bringing with it the most beautiful sunset among the twilight. We know that as more days go by, Jean Pierre and Eneida’s love will only keep shining brighter and brighter. Leave Jean Pierre and Eneida some awesome comments about their awesome images!

Click here to check out Jean Pierre and Eneida’s Day After slideshow!

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Mindy & Joriana – Contact Us!

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