A Blustery Cold Day

Since Jessica and Boscolo were planning a small wedding and reception, they opted to do wedding portraits prior to their wedding day.  That scared me a little because I didn't want her to ruin her dress before the big day.   Usually, couples who decide on a wedding portrait session choose to do it after the wedding day.  These are quite popular, and they're sometimes called "Trash the Dress" photo sessions.  Personally, I prefer wedding portraiture sessions over covering a full wedding day.   There are no creative limitations, and the possibilities are endless!

They wanted their photos done at Union Station, and so we headed to hair and make up at around 6:30AM.   We were probably shooting at Union Station by 9am.   I advised them that an early shoot would be best to beat the crowds.

I felt so bad because Jessica was sick with a cold, and it was one week before her wedding day.  I asked her many times if she really wanted to do the portrait session as it was below freezing outside.   She was a trooper and insisted on continuing!   As you will see, they were amazing models!   They made it look like it was a beautiful warm day.

After Union Station we headed to the Kennedy Center, and took shots on the terrace.   Despite the cold, the wind made for some amazing images.   After our 2 hour shoot, we treated ourselves to brunch at the Terrace Restaurant, which, by the way, is one of the best brunch deals in the DC area.