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Monday, May 21, 2012

Chris Samuels + Monique Cox = Married!

It’s official former NFL Redskins – Left Tackle, Mr. Chris Samuels has wedded the beautiful Monique Cox at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington DC!

It was a wonderful celebratory event held at the Ronald Reagan Building on Saturday with Washington’s finest event professionals such as Leaph Drake with Divine Memoirs, Sharone and his team at Da Vinci’s, Julie and her team at Syzygy Events, Dan and his team at RCI Sound, Thomas Bowen Films, Vince with Digital Lightning and of course our amazing team at Regeti’s with Associate Ryan and Assistant Sridhar, big thanks to you both for all your hard work. Everyone did an amazing job it shows right down to the details.

Chris is such a down to earth guy, one of the most kindest and most light hearted people I have come to meet, his groomsmen were a blast to be able to hang out with and judging by the shot below all quite handsome as well.

You can’t get any more perfect than the fact that Monique is this high energy, bubbly, outgoing free spirit that just resonates pure joy and laughter. Combining these two – makes for a serious unstoppable DUO. We are proud to have been able to spend time with the two of them this past year and be part of their amazing wedding celebration this year.

We wish you both much love, happiness, A LOT of laughter and the best and most amazing happily ever after!

XOXOXO
Amy & Srinu

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Chris Samuels and Monique Cox Married at Ronald Reagan Building Washington DC Photographed by Virginia Based Photographer

Cameras and Lenses used

Canon EOS 5D ( Canon )
Canon EOS 5D Mark II ( Canon )
NIKON D3S ( NIKON CORPORATION )
150.0 mm f/2.8 ( NIKON CORPORATION )
24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8 ( NIKON CORPORATION )
70.0-200.0 mm f/2.8 ( NIKON CORPORATION )
85.0 mm f/1.4 ( NIKON CORPORATION )
EF135mm f/2L USM ( Canon )
EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM ( Canon )
EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM ( Canon )
EF85mm f/1.2L II USM ( Canon )

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These are the kind of details Srinu and I chase during every phera — she and Birju took their seven steps together. Saptapadi is also such a quiet, grounded part of a Hindu wedding, but there`s so much weight in it: every step is a vow, a promise, a piece of the life they`re building. It is easy to see why you can never be too comfortable at Hindu weddings - no two pandits do anything alike and this time saptapadi was placed where even the guests were unable to see it. For us it`s the embroidery on her lehenga catching the ball room lights, the petals scattered underfoot — it`s these small, easy-to-miss moments that end up meaning the most when you look back years later. Or even weeks later when you receive your photos and can finally ask your in-laws what exactly is the meaning behind everything you did!

Have you been part of a saptapadi before, as a guest or in your own wedding? Tell me what you remember about it — and if you`re planning your ceremony, DM me or head to the link in bio to chat about your day.

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These are the kind of details Srinu and I chase during every phera — she and Birju took their seven steps together. Saptapadi is also such a quiet, grounded part of a Hindu wedding, but there's so much weight in it: every step is a vow, a promise, a piece of the life they're building. It is easy to see why you can never be too comfortable at Hindu weddings - no two pandits do anything alike and this time saptapadi was placed where even the guests were unable to see it. For us it's the embroidery on her lehenga catching the ball room lights, the petals scattered underfoot — it's these small, easy-to-miss moments that end up meaning the most when you look back years later. Or even weeks later when you receive your photos and can finally ask your in-laws what exactly is the meaning behind everything you did!

Have you been part of a saptapadi before, as a guest or in your own wedding? Tell me what you remember about it — and if you're planning your ceremony, DM me or head to the link in bio to chat about your day.

That split second during the jai mala when everyone forgets to be quiet! Tara had to reach up on her toes and Birju is certainly not making it easy, and then suddenly Tara throws it on and the whole mandap just erupted — dads laughing, moms clapping, the officiant leaning into the mic. The garland is the easy part to capture. The joy around it is the part you can`t stage.

Want your family`s reactions caught organically? Check out our blog for the full post. And if you are now starting your planning send us a DM or book a consult directly on our website at TheRegetis dot com of course!

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That split second during the jai mala when everyone forgets to be quiet! Tara had to reach up on her toes and Birju is certainly not making it easy, and then suddenly Tara throws it on and the whole mandap just erupted — dads laughing, moms clapping, the officiant leaning into the mic. The garland is the easy part to capture. The joy around it is the part you can't stage.

Want your family's reactions caught organically? Check out our blog for the full post. And if you are now starting your planning send us a DM or book a consult directly on our website at TheRegetis dot com of course!

Recap of Abigail + Corey`s Wedding

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Recap of Abigail + Corey's Wedding

That moment right before the groom walks in — known as Ponkhnu (or Ponkvu) the welcoming ceremony which is a playful, lighthearted reminder for him to remain humble and grounded. Love it when the whole crowd just... waits in anticipation and cheerfulness to see if she succeeds. Birju`s baraat was pure joy and noise and love, and this little pocket of quiet in the middle of it? That`s the good stuff. That`s what we`re here for.

You can see it in his face — half WTH "who told her!", half trying not to laugh, fully surrounded by people who showed up for him. Moments like these are why we live for the chaos. The real story is always happening in the small gestures.

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That moment right before the groom walks in — known as Ponkhnu (or Ponkvu) the welcoming ceremony which is a playful, lighthearted reminder for him to remain humble and grounded. Love it when the whole crowd just... waits in anticipation and cheerfulness to see if she succeeds. Birju's baraat was pure joy and noise and love, and this little pocket of quiet in the middle of it? That's the good stuff. That's what we're here for.

You can see it in his face — half WTH "who told her!", half trying not to laugh, fully surrounded by people who showed up for him. Moments like these are why we live for the chaos. The real story is always happening in the small gestures.

I know, I know — everyone wants candids these days, and we love those too. But look at this moment. Someone asked for this photo. Maybe it was mom. Maybe it was the bride herself, thinking ahead to the day this hangs above the fireplace.

Here`s what decades of doing this has taught us: nobody remembers to ask for the posed shots in the moment. They`re too busy living the day. That`s our job — to know which ones matter before you do, and to make sure you have them when you`re looking back in year 10, not just scrolling in year one.

Whose photo like this do you still have hanging up?

Tell us in the comments, or DM us if you`re planning and want to talk through what shots matter most for your family.

@thewestinarlington

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I know, I know — everyone wants candids these days, and we love those too. But look at this moment. Someone asked for this photo. Maybe it was mom. Maybe it was the bride herself, thinking ahead to the day this hangs above the fireplace.

Here's what decades of doing this has taught us: nobody remembers to ask for the posed shots in the moment. They're too busy living the day. That's our job — to know which ones matter before you do, and to make sure you have them when you're looking back in year 10, not just scrolling in year one.

Whose photo like this do you still have hanging up?

Tell us in the comments, or DM us if you're planning and want to talk through what shots matter most for your family.

@thewestinarlington

This is the kind of moment/detail that never makes it onto a shot list. A quiet letter, read alone, right before everything else begins. No planner tells us this is happening - it`s something we only catch because we know to be watching/looking for it.

That`s really the heart of what we`re getting at: any photographer can show up and photograph the schedule. But knowing which five minutes deserve more attention than the other fifty? That comes from actually knowing you - your family, your pace, the little things that matter to you that might not even make the timeline. So tell us. What moment do you not want us to miss? Drop it in the comments or send us a DM - we`d love to hear it.

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This is the kind of moment/detail that never makes it onto a shot list. A quiet letter, read alone, right before everything else begins. No planner tells us this is happening - it's something we only catch because we know to be watching/looking for it.

That's really the heart of what we're getting at: any photographer can show up and photograph the schedule. But knowing which five minutes deserve more attention than the other fifty? That comes from actually knowing you - your family, your pace, the little things that matter to you that might not even make the timeline. So tell us. What moment do you not want us to miss? Drop it in the comments or send us a DM - we'd love to hear it.

Can we talk about family photo lists for a second? Every couple comes to us with a mental (or literal) list of every combination — grandma with the couple, grandma with just the bride, grandma with the whole side, and on and on. And look, that instinct is real — a moment like this one, with grandma catching kisses from both sides, is priceless. It`ll matter more in twenty years than almost anything else from the day.

But here`s what decades now of shooting weddings taught us: a giant list doesn`t guarantee better coverage. It usually guarantees rushed, stiff photos while everyone stands around waiting. We`d rather build in real time for the moments that actually happen — than force a hundred lineups that all start blurring together anyway.

Curious how we plan family portraits for big Indian weddings without the chaos? Drop a comment or DM us — happy to walk you through it.

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Can we talk about family photo lists for a second? Every couple comes to us with a mental (or literal) list of every combination — grandma with the couple, grandma with just the bride, grandma with the whole side, and on and on. And look, that instinct is real — a moment like this one, with grandma catching kisses from both sides, is priceless. It'll matter more in twenty years than almost anything else from the day.

But here's what decades now of shooting weddings taught us: a giant list doesn't guarantee better coverage. It usually guarantees rushed, stiff photos while everyone stands around waiting. We'd rather build in real time for the moments that actually happen — than force a hundred lineups that all start blurring together anyway.

Curious how we plan family portraits for big Indian weddings without the chaos? Drop a comment or DM us — happy to walk you through it.

This is the moment right before the toast — a mom, mic in hand, reaching to bless the bread on the table before the cake gets cut. Little rituals like this are easy to miss in the moment, but they`re exactly what a couple`s kids will point to one day and say "tell me about this again."

This is what we mean when we say we photograph the whole story, not just the highlight reel. These are the images that get looked at for a lifetime — because the love in them is so palpable.

Want your wedding day documented like this? Send us a DM or book a consult — we`d love to hear about your families traditions.

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This is the moment right before the toast — a mom, mic in hand, reaching to bless the bread on the table before the cake gets cut. Little rituals like this are easy to miss in the moment, but they're exactly what a couple's kids will point to one day and say "tell me about this again."

This is what we mean when we say we photograph the whole story, not just the highlight reel. These are the images that get looked at for a lifetime — because the love in them is so palpable.

Want your wedding day documented like this? Send us a DM or book a consult — we'd love to hear about your families traditions.

Some ceremonies are beautiful because of where they happen.

And some are beautiful because you understand a little bit about who is standing up there.

We first met Abigail nearly eight years before this moment, while photographing the wedding of two people incredibly dear to our family. Back then, Abigail was simply this quiet, kind, soft-spoken young woman we happened to meet on someone else’s wedding day.

We certainly had no idea that years later we would be standing beneath the trees at Poplar Springs Manor watching her walk toward Corey.

And maybe that is part of why this ceremony hit differently.

There was nothing about it that felt like it was trying to perform for anyone.

It was Abigail and Corey.

Her mom looking at her in that way mothers do when pride, love and the realization that their little girl is actually getting married all seem to arrive at once.

Corey, whose entire expression seemed to soften whenever he looked at Abigail.

Their families gathered closely around them.

And, of course, Peekachu—because apparently even a wedding ceremony is still subject to the gravitational pull of a Golden Retriever who knows perfectly well that they are part of this family.

Under the treeline overlooking the water at Poplar Springs Manor in Casanova, Virginia, they simply stood there and chose one another.

That sounds almost too simple when we are constantly shown weddings as productions.

But after photographing weddings for more than twenty years, we have learned that simple is often where the good stuff lives.

A look.

A hand held a little tighter.

Parents trying not to cry.

A groom watching his bride.

Two families quietly becoming something new.

Those are the things we are looking for.

And there was something especially full-circle about documenting all of it at Poplar Springs—a property woven into our own history as photographers and now permanently woven into Abigail and Corey’s story too.

Nearly eight years after first meeting Abigail at someone else’s wedding, there we were photographing hers.

Life can be wonderfully funny that way.

Abigail + Corey, it was genuinely an honor to witness this one.

@poplarspringsmanor

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Some ceremonies are beautiful because of where they happen.
And some are beautiful because you understand a little bit about who is standing up there.
We first met Abigail nearly eight years before this moment, while photographing the wedding of two people incredibly dear to our family. Back then, Abigail was simply this quiet, kind, soft-spoken young woman we happened to meet on someone else’s wedding day.
We certainly had no idea that years later we would be standing beneath the trees at Poplar Springs Manor watching her walk toward Corey.
And maybe that is part of why this ceremony hit differently.
There was nothing about it that felt like it was trying to perform for anyone.
It was Abigail and Corey.
Her mom looking at her in that way mothers do when pride, love and the realization that their little girl is actually getting married all seem to arrive at once.
Corey, whose entire expression seemed to soften whenever he looked at Abigail.
Their families gathered closely around them.
And, of course, Peekachu—because apparently even a wedding ceremony is still subject to the gravitational pull of a Golden Retriever who knows perfectly well that they are part of this family.
Under the treeline overlooking the water at Poplar Springs Manor in Casanova, Virginia, they simply stood there and chose one another.
That sounds almost too simple when we are constantly shown weddings as productions.
But after photographing weddings for more than twenty years, we have learned that simple is often where the good stuff lives.
A look.
A hand held a little tighter.
Parents trying not to cry.
A groom watching his bride.
Two families quietly becoming something new.
Those are the things we are looking for.
And there was something especially full-circle about documenting all of it at Poplar Springs—a property woven into our own history as photographers and now permanently woven into Abigail and Corey’s story too.
Nearly eight years after first meeting Abigail at someone else’s wedding, there we were photographing hers.
Life can be wonderfully funny that way.
Abigail + Corey, it was genuinely an honor to witness this one.

@poplarspringsmanor

Poplar Springs Manor really does set the scene — but it`s the little touches like this that stay with you. Abigail thought of everything, right down to a basket of embroidered handkerchiefs for `happy tears,` because let`s be honest, someone always needs one (usually more than one person, honestly). It`s these small, heartfelt details that turn a beautiful venue into a wedding that feels like *them*. Mazel tov!

What`s a detail you`re planning (or dreaming up) for your own day? Tell us in the comments, or DM us to chat about capturing yours! 💌

@poplarspringsmanor

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Poplar Springs Manor really does set the scene — but it's the little touches like this that stay with you. Abigail thought of everything, right down to a basket of embroidered handkerchiefs for 'happy tears,' because let's be honest, someone always needs one (usually more than one person, honestly). It's these small, heartfelt details that turn a beautiful venue into a wedding that feels like *them*. Mazel tov!

What's a detail you're planning (or dreaming up) for your own day? Tell us in the comments, or DM us to chat about capturing yours! 💌

@poplarspringsmanor

Caught this guy sneaking through our tripod legs in literally a split second — and honestly? He earned his own spot on the feed. The greenery collar, those eyes, the little bit of ceremony chaos happening just out of frame... this is why we always keep our cameras ready between the "official" shots.

Every wedding has a moment like this if you`re paying attention. Got a four-legged member of your wedding party? Tell us about them in the comments — we want to hear!

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Caught this guy sneaking through our tripod legs in literally a split second — and honestly? He earned his own spot on the feed. The greenery collar, those eyes, the little bit of ceremony chaos happening just out of frame... this is why we always keep our cameras ready between the "official" shots.

Every wedding has a moment like this if you're paying attention. Got a four-legged member of your wedding party? Tell us about them in the comments — we want to hear!

The real question to ask is to train or not to train... but honestly, sometimes a girl just has to say yes to the train! 😄 That sweep down the aisle, dad`s steady arm, mom walking equally just beside her because gender roles are becoming less and less of a thing, and this Momma earned every step — this is the kind of walk that takes years to get to and mere seconds to happen. This has been life for us for 21 years now and we still love capturing it, poof and all.

Got a dress with drama we need to document? Let`s chat — drop a comment or DM us to talk about your big day!

@poplarspringsmanor

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The real question to ask is to train or not to train... but honestly, sometimes a girl just has to say yes to the train! 😄 That sweep down the aisle, dad's steady arm, mom walking equally just beside her because gender roles are becoming less and less of a thing, and this Momma earned every step — this is the kind of walk that takes years to get to and mere seconds to happen. This has been life for us for 21 years now and we still love capturing it, poof and all.

Got a dress with drama we need to document? Let's chat — drop a comment or DM us to talk about your big day!

@poplarspringsmanor

This is what happens the second the photo is `done` — the boys pile in and it turns into a full wrestling match of love. He`s trying to keep his composure, they`re absolutely not letting him, and this is the shot we snagged. The posed photo is nice, but THIS is the one that gets framed.

Tag a groomsman a groomsman that you love 👇

@poplarspringsmanor

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This is what happens the second the photo is 'done' — the boys pile in and it turns into a full wrestling match of love. He's trying to keep his composure, they're absolutely not letting him, and this is the shot we snagged. The posed photo is nice, but THIS is the one that gets framed.

Tag a groomsman a groomsman that you love 👇

@poplarspringsmanor

This shot stopped me in my tracks. There`s a whole wedding party moving around them, string lights overhead, everyone laughing and talking at once — and these two are just looking at each other like the rest of the world hit pause. That`s the moment I`m always chasing. You can pose a group all day long, but you can`t fake this.

This is why we shoot the way we do — staying ready for the split second when the noise fades and it`s just them. Got a wedding coming up and want photos that feel this real? Send us a DM, we`d love to hear about it.

@poplarspringsmanor

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This shot stopped me in my tracks. There's a whole wedding party moving around them, string lights overhead, everyone laughing and talking at once — and these two are just looking at each other like the rest of the world hit pause. That's the moment I'm always chasing. You can pose a group all day long, but you can't fake this.

This is why we shoot the way we do — staying ready for the split second when the noise fades and it's just them. Got a wedding coming up and want photos that feel this real? Send us a DM, we'd love to hear about it.

@poplarspringsmanor

What if I told you he won her over with a little bit of puppy love? It`s true — this good boy showed up in his own greenery collar and absolutely stole the show (and every heart at this wedding, including mine). I love when couples bring their pets into the day, because that`s family too, and years from now this is the photo that`ll make them laugh and tear up all at once.

Got a four-legged family member who needs to be part of your wedding day? Let`s talk — DM us or book a consult and we`ll make sure they get their moment too.

#SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddings #WeddingPhotographersInVirginia #IndianWeddingPhotographersInVirginia #WeddingPhotography #RegetisPhotography #DogsOfInstagram #WeddingDog #VirginiaWeddingPhotographer #RealWeddings

@poplarspringsmanor

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What if I told you he won her over with a little bit of puppy love? It's true — this good boy showed up in his own greenery collar and absolutely stole the show (and every heart at this wedding, including mine). I love when couples bring their pets into the day, because that's family too, and years from now this is the photo that'll make them laugh and tear up all at once.

Got a four-legged family member who needs to be part of your wedding day? Let's talk — DM us or book a consult and we'll make sure they get their moment too.

#SouthAsianWeddings #IndianWeddings #WeddingPhotographersInVirginia #IndianWeddingPhotographersInVirginia #WeddingPhotography #RegetisPhotography #DogsOfInstagram #WeddingDog #VirginiaWeddingPhotographer #RealWeddings

@poplarspringsmanor

Florals do SO much more than look pretty in photos. The blooms a couple chooses — the colors, the texture, whether it`s a wild garden-gathered look or clean and structured like this one — tell us (and every guest, and every future viewer of these photos) exactly what kind of day this was. This bouquet? Classic, soft, a little romantic with all that trailing greenery. You can feel the whole wedding just from these flowers in her hands.

We notice this stuff because it matters — florals photograph completely differently depending on light, venue, even time of day. It`s one of the many little things we`re paying attention to on your wedding day. Curious what we`d notice at yours? Drop a comment or send us a DM 👇

@poplarspringsmanor

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Florals do SO much more than look pretty in photos. The blooms a couple chooses — the colors, the texture, whether it's a wild garden-gathered look or clean and structured like this one — tell us (and every guest, and every future viewer of these photos) exactly what kind of day this was. This bouquet? Classic, soft, a little romantic with all that trailing greenery. You can feel the whole wedding just from these flowers in her hands.

We notice this stuff because it matters — florals photograph completely differently depending on light, venue, even time of day. It's one of the many little things we're paying attention to on your wedding day. Curious what we'd notice at yours? Drop a comment or send us a DM 👇

@poplarspringsmanor

First look or no first look? That is the question.

And despite what Instagram, Pinterest, your planner, your photographer, your mother, your best friend or anyone else may tell you…

There isn’t one right answer.

We’ve photographed enough weddings to know that both can be incredibly meaningful — for completely different reasons.

A first look gives you something wedding days don’t offer very often: a few minutes together before everyone else gets you.

For Corey and Abigail at Poplar Springs, this was theirs.

Corey waiting.

Abigail walking toward him.

That little bit of anticipation before the tap on the shoulder.

And then… there you are. 🤍

No aisle. No guests watching. No expectation about what your reaction is supposed to look like. Just the two of you getting to actually see each other, talk, laugh, hug and have a minute before the day starts moving very quickly.

There are practical benefits, too. A first look can allow us to complete couple portraits and sometimes wedding-party or family photographs before the ceremony, which can give you more time with your guests afterward.

But does that mean we think everyone should have one? Nope.

If you have always imagined seeing each other for the first time walking down the aisle, protect that.

If cultural or religious traditions make that moment significant, protect that too.

And please don’t choose a first look only because someone tells you it makes photography easier.

Our job is to photograph your wedding — not redesign your wedding around our convenience.

So, first look or no first look?

Our vote is whichever one makes you think:

“That’s how I want to see you.”

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First look or no first look? That is the question.

And despite what Instagram, Pinterest, your planner, your photographer, your mother, your best friend or anyone else may tell you…

There isn’t one right answer.

We’ve photographed enough weddings to know that both can be incredibly meaningful — for completely different reasons.

A first look gives you something wedding days don’t offer very often: a few minutes together before everyone else gets you.

For Corey and Abigail at Poplar Springs, this was theirs.

Corey waiting.

Abigail walking toward him.

That little bit of anticipation before the tap on the shoulder.

And then… there you are. 🤍

No aisle. No guests watching. No expectation about what your reaction is supposed to look like. Just the two of you getting to actually see each other, talk, laugh, hug and have a minute before the day starts moving very quickly.

There are practical benefits, too. A first look can allow us to complete couple portraits and sometimes wedding-party or family photographs before the ceremony, which can give you more time with your guests afterward.

But does that mean we think everyone should have one? Nope.

If you have always imagined seeing each other for the first time walking down the aisle, protect that.

If cultural or religious traditions make that moment significant, protect that too.

And please don’t choose a first look only because someone tells you it makes photography easier.

Our job is to photograph your wedding — not redesign your wedding around our convenience.

So, first look or no first look?

Our vote is whichever one makes you think:

“That’s how I want to see you.”

There’s a very particular kind of quiet that happens right before you see each other.

And we love photographing it.

For Abigail, it was those last few minutes surrounded by the women who had been there through everything — one last check, one more adjustment, a little laughter, and that collective okay… this is really happening.

Across the way, Corey had his own version of it.

Jacket on. Details checked. Guys assembled. Everyone looking remarkably composed considering what was about to happen. 😉

These are the photographs that make a first look feel like more than the first look itself.

Because the story doesn’t begin when Corey turns around.

It begins in the rooms before it.

The people helping you get dressed. The friend making you laugh. The parent watching everything a little more quietly than usual. The nervous energy that somehow disappears the second you finally see your person.

At Poplar Springs in Warrenton, Virginia, Corey and Abigail were just a few minutes away from that moment here.

Two separate rooms.

Two completely different energies.

One very short walk away from seeing each other for the first time on their wedding day.

And THAT is why we don’t rush getting ready.

There’s too much happening before anything officially happens. 🤍

@poplarspringsmanor

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There’s a very particular kind of quiet that happens right before you see each other.

And we love photographing it.

For Abigail, it was those last few minutes surrounded by the women who had been there through everything — one last check, one more adjustment, a little laughter, and that collective okay… this is really happening.

Across the way, Corey had his own version of it.

Jacket on. Details checked. Guys assembled. Everyone looking remarkably composed considering what was about to happen. 😉

These are the photographs that make a first look feel like more than the first look itself.

Because the story doesn’t begin when Corey turns around.

It begins in the rooms before it.

The people helping you get dressed. The friend making you laugh. The parent watching everything a little more quietly than usual. The nervous energy that somehow disappears the second you finally see your person.

At Poplar Springs in Warrenton, Virginia, Corey and Abigail were just a few minutes away from that moment here.

Two separate rooms.

Two completely different energies.

One very short walk away from seeing each other for the first time on their wedding day.

And THAT is why we don’t rush getting ready.

There’s too much happening before anything officially happens. 🤍

@poplarspringsmanor