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Jefferson Memorial Engagement | Grace & Chris

October 9, 2018

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Jefferson Memorial Engagement Session

Chris & Grace’s engagement session at the Jefferson Memorial was romantic but this story didn’t start with love at first sight. Grace pursued Chris in high school when he “truly wanted nothing to do with me at first.” Grace’s persuasiveness prevailed and she “eventually made him realize we were a perfect match.”

Steadfast Love

Eleven years later their  photo session at the Jefferson Memorial was testament to their steadfast love and support for each other. The photographs show what Grace knew from the beginning.

New and Exciting

Grace and Chris recently moved to D.C.  from New York City and are in love with their new home. The Jefferson Memorial was the perfect venue to celebrate their new life, enduring love, and their future together. Grace wonders at their loves continued blossoming . . . “even after 11 years, our relationship feels new and exciting.”

Perseverance and Strength

The Jefferson Memorial is symbolic of the couple’s perseverance and strength. Through trials and triumphs, that love remains true and strong. Just as the forefathers in the founding of our nation.

She Just Knew

Grace and Chris live life to the fullest. Whether they are traveling together to Radiohead concerts or sharing their love of the ocean, museums, hockey, a good dance party, and watching The Office, they just fit together. Chris may have needed persuading, but Grace knew.

Weathering Storms

Chris’s romantic proposal in Panama – complete with an engagement ring engraved with their first date – 10/31/2007 – turned dramatic. They got stranded on a boat cruise when lightning struck and their boat nearly sank. Chris then developed the dreaded Dengue Fever. Never thwarted, Grace and Chris are not afraid of the tough times. No doubt their love, like the Jefferson Memorial, will weather storms and stand firm as they embark on the next step in their grand adventure coming in July 2019.

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HI SUNSHINE!

I'M NICKI

I see the beauty in imperfect things. As a Christ-follower, faith is central to my life, work, and connections. I am fueled by joy, known for my bubbly and sunny disposition, and always with a warm hug. Imperfect beauty inspires my love for all things vintage, abstract art, and real love stories. I love moments full of grit and emotion; life off the beaten path; stunning views along the shore; and the juxtaposition of New York grunge and laid back Cali-vibe. 

As a mother of two, I am very familiar with how quickly life’s most important moments fly by too quickly. I will calmly and seamlessly guide you through frames that will endure. I strive to capture your memories with one-of-a-kind images full of meaning. I cannot wait to connect with you! 

I bring all of these elements to my time with my couples. With over a decade of experience in the industry, I know how to gently guide you through poses that are natural and beautiful. The transition into this sentence doesn’t make sense. Throughout your day, you will feel the love from those there to celebrate
 you two. 
When I’m not photographing weddings, I enjoy long walks in the neighborhood with my husband, my kiddos Tuxie and Sunny, and my labradoodle Hokie.. Also, I am a huge dog-lover! I’m pretty sure heaven is full of dogs. I can’t wait to connect with you, and yes, your pup is always welcome here! 

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