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✦ Authentic ✦ Storytelling ✦

Wedding & Elopement
Photographer

Welcome

Capturing
Your Authentic Story

There’s nothing more joyous in life than two people in love. Weddings are the celebration of that love, and I’m thrilled that I get to capture and eternalize that commencement forever. What many view as a mere necessity, I view as art: capturing your big day as beautifully and honestly as possible, gathering moment together that might have otherwise gone overlooked.

Check out my latest work…

May the 4th be with you…. #maythe4thbewithyou #starwars #starwarswedding #maytheforcebewithyou #weddingphotography #weddinginspiration
Who said clean and classy can’t be fun. #washingtondc #washingtondcelopement #washingtondcelopementphotographer #washingtondcengagementphotographer #engagedaf #engagementphotographer #engagementphotography #virginiaweddingphotographer #eastcoas
Some clients become more than clients. Kathleen and Adrian have become amazing friends. It was an honor to capture their big day. #wedding #churchwedding #weddingphotography #dcwedding #
DERYA + ETHEM | These two know how to throw a party! And that’s exactly what they did for their DC reception. They tied the knot in September with a smaller celebration, knowing they were going to to big for their January reception. We took the
Washington DC is one of the most iconic cities in the world. And there’s definitely some chiché monuments and landmarks that your mind automatically travels to when someone says DC but don’t be afraid to branch out and experience a
Chelsea + Matt | There are some weddings that just stick with you and your clients then become some of your favorite people & even your friends. That’s these two right here. That’s the goal for all of my clients. I always want it to
When the only requirement for your session is to have fun + look good 😎 Engagement sessions are the best way for me to get to know my clients before we work together for their wedding day. It gives us a chance to develop a friendship and not just h
 

CAMERON + NICK

"Hire Ishmael! Ishmael is an artist without being rigid or cold. He is genuinely invested in your shoot and is extremely approachable and open to ideas while letting his own creativity shine through.  He is dedicated, he went above and beyond with his shots and work, and it shines as every set in his portfolio is unique to the couple.”

 

 Wedding, Engagement, & Elopement

Client galleries

  • Cameron + Nick

  • Arielle + Michael

  • Jill + Mitchell

  • Jolene + Atlas

  • Angelina + Giancarlo

  • Therese + Joey

  • Rose + Will

About Ishmael

Meet your wedding
photographer

Hey, I’m Ishmael — I’ve been shooting weddings for half a decade, and have the experience, portfolio, and stories to back it up. More than anything, I’d love to connect with you to discuss your wedding dreams: What would make your ceremony feel special? What styles of photos do you like? What’s the vibe of the venue? I’d love to hear what you think and (possibly) become your wedding photographer.

Most importantly, I want to capture your authentic story.