About Ishmael

Meet your
Wedding Photographer

 

I’m a wedding and elopement photographer based in Washington DC. There’s nothing I love more than to capture a couple’s authentic love story —celebrating the best day ever with friends and family.

 

About Me

Ishmael Francesco
BRUNO

Just a city boy, born and raised in San Francisco, He took the midnight train goin' anywhere— hey, I’m Ishmael. I’ve been shooting photos as long as I can remember: from the first hand-me-down film camera my grandma gave me, to the 2000s point-and-shoot I saved up all summer for, to now capturing weddings across the globe. Just like me, you also have an authentic story. I want to help you tell it.

Let’s tell your story!

 

 

ARIELLE + MICHAEL

“Ishmael is an absolute joy to work with! Not only does he have world-class talent behind a camera, but he is also genuinely an amazingly kind person. He made our Italian destination wedding feel like an absolute dream. If you’re on the fence about your photographer, seriously, look no further.”

 

The Process

Here’s what you can expect

 
 
 

Consultation

Before we spend one of the most important days of your lives together, it’s best to make sure we’re a good fit. We’ll talk money, timing, availability, preferences, and everything else — down to your favorite angles of your nose.

 
 
 
 

Planning

Once you’re booked into my calendar and we’re ready to rock and roll, I’ll be in contact with your wedding planner (whether that’s you, your mom, or a professional) to gather all the details I’ll need to do my best work.

 
 
 
 

The Big Day

And lastly, of course, the wedding itself! I’ll be there all day with you, capturing everything from the first mimosa in the morning, until the last song of your reception. I’m there to document your best day ever, so don’t even worry about me!

 

Check out my most recent 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

Details

A few more details about
how I work

There’s always more preferences than meets the eye. Even if you love my work, I want to make sure we’re 100% on the same page about all the big and small things that will impact your experience.

 

Fully Insured

Up to $1M in liability.

Diverse Skill Set

Film, Video, Photo.

30+ Weddings

An experienced pro.

Travel Ready

Ready to fly wherever!

Preferred
Vendor List

With over seven years of experience in the wedding industry, I have established some meaningful relationships with a few other vendors. This list contains some of our favorite brands: While there’s undoubtedly more not on this list, this is a great place to start if you’re looking to hire a few other vendors before working together.

 

Venue
Manor at Airmont

Planner
Natallia Francis

Catering
Zesty Gourmet

Video
Me!

DJ
DJ Eddo