Darby and the Pottery Barn Basket at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens {from an Arlington Baby Photographer}

Little 5-month old baby Darby got this Pottery Barn Kids basket, all decorated with an embroidered liner, making a great prop for her Easter portrait photography session at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, Virginia!

“Look, ma…no hands!!!”

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The Recicars at Great Falls {from an Arlington Portrait Photographer}

One of my 2011 brides has a sister in Delaware.  I first met her and her family last year at the wedding, where she was the proud Matron of Honor, her daughter the flower girl, and her son the ringbearer.  With husband and two beautiful children in tow, we were able to meet up [...]

Stonewall Golf Club Bridal Show {from an Arlington Wedding Photographer}

Thanks to all for coming out to visit with us at last weekend’s Stonewall Golf Club bridal show in Gainesville, Virginia.  If you entered our bridal show raffle, we will begin announcing winners today, so check your e-mails!

I have to give a special thanks to Leigh, one of my 2011 brides, who helped [...]

Natasha & Alonzo Say “I Do” at the Lorien Hotel & Spa – from an Arlington Wedding Photographer

Arlington Wedding Photographer Review: "Irene Abdou Photography provides exquisite service from the moment you first meet Irene, and she helps you decide what package will best fit your needs, to the actual wedding day, to selecting high-quality products to capture your memories when the big moment has come and gone…Irene never lets you [...]

The Homa Family at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens – Arlington Portrait Photography

I had first met Jay some months ago and had been hearing so much from him about his family.  So it was such a pleasure to finally meet his wife, Meghan and their little girl, Anna, for a portrait photography session at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, Virginia.  Golden curls flying and best friend [...]

Devin’s First Halloween at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens – from an Arlington Portrait Photographer

A little more than a month ago, I got together with the R’s for a fall family portrait photography session at the gorgeous Meadowlark Botanical Garden in Vienna, Virginia, and in the process had the great honor of also celebrating little Devin’s very first Halloween.   Meadowlark did a great job with Halloween decor, [...]

Strolling through Old Town Alexandria with the Z’s – from an Arlington Portrait Photographer

The Z’s live in Old Town Alexandria, so what better venue for a photographic stroll than the place they call home?  As we meandered down Queen Street over to Strand and the waterfront, little 5-year-old Jack ran, jumped, smiled, hugged, laughed, and loved his way along our 10-block walk.  Pausing [...]

Sneak Peek: 1-Year Old Devin at Meadowlark Botanical Garden – from an Arlington Portrait Photographer

Leaves! Leaves! Leaves! Who could resist this joyful 1-year old’s smile? …At Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, Virginia Sunday afternoon with Devin and proud parents Regan and Henry. Enjoy the sneak peek!

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Ann & Paul, Blissfully Wed

Just 9 days ago, I watched Ann & Paul be blissfully wed.  I first met Ann in early February.  I still remember the tears of joy bubbling to her eyes as she told me about Paul and how they met and what they had planned for their big day.  Like one of my [...]

Elisa & Jonathon, Wed at the Lorien Hotel & Spa

Weddings just make me happy.  Watching two people in love… seeing the bride hug her father after he walks her down the aisle… seeing that look on the groom’s face as he watches her approaching him… the cheers of the guests… the clinks of the glasses… the quiet, romantic exchanges between bride and [...]