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Before shooting weddings, we were videographers for the military. That experience taught us how to be aware of our surroundings and how to quickly get a shot. Once we transitioned out of the military, we helped to capture events here and there but finally decided a few years ago to start our own company. Along […]

Our Path to Wedding Videographers

Women wedding videographers, Tye and Tanekwa, sit on a couch during an in-home photoshoot session.

As Virginia headshot photographers, we know business owners need professional photos. You can use them on your website, marketing materials, and social media. We did a headshot session for Tonya Gooday-Minor, CEO of Mangas Global Solutions, Inc., who understands professional photos help your image. Tell us about your business? Mangas Global Solutions, Inc. is a […]

Virginia Headshot Photography Session with Mangas Global Solutions CEO

Woman dressed in a black jacket and white shirt during her headshot session.

We’ve done a few newborn photoshoots but it’s always nice to reflect on your first one. As newborn photographers, we are able to capture your little ones’ first weeks on earth that you can enjoy for years to come.  Traveling Newborn Photographers When your friend has her first baby, you visit her to wish her […]

Woodbridge Newborn Photographers – A Photographer’s First Born

A baby girl dressed in a pink tutu sleeps during a newborn photography session

Wow. Today, marks the second anniversary of COVID shutting down the Washington, DC area. Two years ago, my sister Tanekwa was on her way back from Chicago and said it felt eerie flying back to Regan National Airport. No one really grasped what was going on. The airport was very empty and some passengers wore […]

The Day Everything Changed: A Wedding Videography Team’s Perspective

Two women carrying camera gear pose with a bride and groom in Richmond

Greta and Albert met in a meetup group and have been inseparable ever since. Today marks their second wedding anniversary. We’re so glad that they chose us to capture their wedding at the Historic Mankin Mansion in Richmond. Who would have guessed that a week later, the world would be so different? The Historic Mankin […]

Wedding at Historic Mankin Mansion in Richmond

Couples stand inside maze at Historic Mankin Mansion

We love getting to build lasting relationships! Virginia vendor Tanya, owner of Soul Cakes by Tanya, is one of those we love to see. She has done several cakes for us and knows a thing or two about wedding cakes. She began her business in 2017, by selling her family’s pound cake recipe. Trust us, […]

Virginia Vendor Spotlight: Soul Cakes by Tanya

Woman dressed in a t-shirt that reads Soul Cakes by Tanya.

In a previous blog, we talked about a few things to help make your day run more smoothly. Now it’s time to talk about one of the most important items a bride will purchase: footwear. As DC wedding photographers, we have seen some amazing shoes and can tell you a thing or two. Consider this: […]

Heels or Flats? | DC Wedding Photographer Tips

Wedding invitation is surrounded by bride's sneakers, rings and jewelry

In the Washington, DC area or shooting a wedding anywhere, things happen. It’s possible that traffic delays, clothing errors, or forgetting the rings at home will occur. That’s why it’s important to have two wedding photographers document your special day. Wedding Photographers for Your Prep It’s difficult enough to go back and forth from one […]

DC Wedding Photographers | Two is Better Than One

DC wedding photographer from Class & Style Productions, takes a photo of a bride on a decorative sofa.

Like many photographers and videographers, I get nervous about being in front of the camera. So when my sister surprised me with a destination birthday photoshoot, I was a little stage freight.  The beautiful dress she rented for my photoshoot in my favorite color purple, helped settle my nerves some. Also, people commenting that I […]

Destination Birthday Photographer – Chicago Milestone Birthday Photoshoot

Black woman dressed in a purple gown poses with the Chicago skyline behind her.

As Virginia photographers, we have met some amazing vendors along the way. This list definitely includes Nikiya Alexander, owner of Joli Events.   Describe what a wedding designer does? A wedding designer handles the overall design of your wedding ceremony and reception, including florals, linens, seating, stationery, and many other fine details that create a […]

Virginia Photographers | Vendor Spotlight: Joli Events

Nikiya, owner of Joli Events, decorates a table at a wedding in Fredericksburg, Virginia