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Laura + Tom's Blue Ridge Mountain Wedding | Whitehall Manor | Bluemont, VA

February 08, 2019 - Laura and Tom had a beautiful, bright wedding at Historic Whitehall Manor We loved photographing Laura and Tom's sun-fil...
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How to Plan the Perfect Proposal Session | Photography Tips

December 31, 2018 - How to plan for your proposal photography session Proposals may be one of the most nerve-racking, exciting experiences i...
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June + Garrick's Engagement Session | Patterson Park | Baltimore, MD

September 13, 2018 - June and Garrick are just oh-so-in-love Sara went to University of Maryland College Park with June; they were in the sam...
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Jenny + Sam's Fells Point Engagement Session | Baltimore, MD

July 19, 2018 - Katie shares her behind-the-scenes story of this sunrise engagement session! Talk about a fairytale! I have known Jenny...
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Maeg + Kate's Washington DC Skyline Wedding | Newseum Museum

July 19, 2018 - What can we say about Maeg and Kate? Well, we just love these two (three, including their sweet English-French bulldog m...
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Sarah + Ben's Backyard Wedding | Kinsale, VA

July 17, 2018 - Congratulations to Sarah and Ben! We had a blast at this gorgeous backyard wedding in Kinsale, Virginia. (Um, can this...
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Lauren + Brendon's Wedding | Glamping at Rockwood Manor | Potomac, MD

June 21, 2018 - Lauren and Brendon decided that they wanted a "destination wedding" close to home; they wanted everyone to be together,...
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Sarah + Paresh's Intimate Wedding | DC War Memorial | Washington, DC

June 20, 2018 - Paresh contacted us just two weeks before the wedding day, and by some twist of fate, we were available! We have had a V...
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Megan + Tom's Modern Newseum Wedding | Washington, DC

April 11, 2018 - Several years ago, Megan and Tom met at a bar in Washington, DC (Megan laughingly says, "I know, romantic") Megan grew u...
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Navy Blue Navy Yard Engagement Session | Washington, DC

March 23, 2018 - We met this adorable couple through a good friend of ours a few years before they got engaged When Justin and Lauren got...
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Kathryn + Dan's Army Navy Club Wedding | Washington, DC

March 14, 2018 - In 2017, we had two weddings at the Army Navy Club in Washington, DC - both in March Each one was totally unique, which...
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Mervis Diamond Importers Celebrates Seven Years of Equality with a Pop-Up Wedding!

May 18, 2017 - Congratulations to Jonna + Kimberly! After entering the Mervis Diamond Importers Pop-Up Wedding Contest, these ladies di...
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Having a Wedding? Where to Splurge vs Save without Compromising your Photos

April 12, 2017 - You know you want your photographs to be gorgeous, but everyone has a budget Wondering when to skimp and when to spurge...
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Christie + Andrew's Wedding at Celebrations at the Bay | Pasadena, MD

March 10, 2017 - Ahhh, these two... What do we even say about these two!? Let's start from the beginning — and we're talking the VERY beg...
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Photos from the Harty + Mervis Diamond Importers Proposal Competition | March 3-5, 2017

March 02, 2017 - Photos from the Harty + Mervis Diamond Importers Proposal Competition We've teamed up with Mervis Diamond Importers to b...
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Pammie + Blake's Hometown Wedding - Flora Corner Farm - aka the Home where Blake Grew Up!

February 14, 2017 - Pammie and Blake Decided to Get Married in the Most Sentimental Place Possible - Blake's Family Home! When Pammie and Bl...
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Jennifer + Moira's Rainy Wedding Day - with First Look at The Supreme Court | Washington, DC

January 04, 2017 - Congratulations to these two beautiful brides! The rain didn't dampen this wedding day one bit. In fact, we don't think...
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D + E 's Engagement Session | Meridian Hill Park, Adams Morgan, and Home | Washington, DC

September 25, 2016 - Wow! It's been a LONG time since we've had a moment to sit down and put together a blog! Brace yourselves - not only is...
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Ellicott City, Maryland | A memory of the place that inspired us to become photographers

August 04, 2016 - After the destructive flash flood last Saturday night in Ellicott City, Maryland, our hearts are broken One of the many...
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Sneak Peek: Kendra Scott Bethesda Row | Fall Launch Supporting Hope for Henry

July 15, 2016 - Shopping and supporting a rad charity? Sign us up! This week, Kendra Scott in Bethesda Row launched their Fall collectio...
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Sneak Peek: Marianna + Nick's Mint Wedding at Cylburn Arboretum in Baltimore, MD

July 07, 2016 - Sneak Peek! Marianna and Nick's big day! If you're a long-time Photos from the Harty blog reader, you may know that Mar...
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Sneak Peek: Seamus and Jared's National Harbor Wedding

June 29, 2016 - Congratulations to Seamus and Jared! It's been awhile since we've blogged. Like, a really, really long time. And, we kno...
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Surprise Proposal among the Cherry Blossoms in Vienna, Virginia

April 15, 2016 - What better way is there to propose than with a chrome rose ring box? A few years ago, Ben bought two chrome rose boxes.
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Cherry Blossoms in the Rain | Tidal Basin | Washington, DC

April 05, 2016 - When you've lived in the DMV area long enough, you know that the weather can change at a moment's notice - or without an...
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We Hart Leah Coppotelli Photography - and so does District Bliss!

March 29, 2016 - District Bliss features Leah Coppotelli Photography on the Blog Leah Coppotelli has assisted and photographed on the Pho...
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Katie and Ken's Blue Mountain Wedding | Whitehall Manor, VA

March 22, 2016 - Katie and Ken... oh these two. You would think they jumped right out of a fairytale book into real life. Seriously. Ever...
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Happy President's Day!

February 15, 2016 - As you probably know, we love snow. There's something kind of magical about celebrating President's Day in the nation's...
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Love and Snow - What's better than that?! These two are SO ADORABLE! | Fairfax, VA

January 28, 2016 - HEY THERE, JONAS! As the east coast got hit with Storm Jonas over the weekend, we've been stuck inside. While Sara de...
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Snowzilla has descended on DC, but Snowstorms won't keep us Down!

January 23, 2016 - Snowzilla has hit DC, but we love a good snowstorm! Whether you're inside, enjoying the views of the snow falling with y...
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2015 was a Busy Year! Blogs, Magazines, Publications, Features

January 12, 2016 - You know when the smoke clears and the sparkle of the holidays starts to fade? Suddenly, you have time to actually get t...
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Jason and Riley's Surprise Proposal | Richmond, VA

January 11, 2016 - She said YES! This sweet couple met in college and started dating about 3.5 years ago - at this very hotel, The Jeffers...
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Sneak Peek: Kerri + Greg's Wedding | Salamander Resort | Middleburg, VA

January 05, 2016 - Congratulations to Kerri and Greg! Here's a little sneak peek of this beautiful winter wedding in Virginia! From the st...
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Marianna + Nick's Engagement Session | Meridian Hill Park | Washington, DC

December 26, 2015 - Congratulations to Marianna and Nick! Marianna is one of Sara's oldest friends. They met in elementary school when Mari...
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Happy Holidays! A Christmas Proposal in Vienna, VA

December 25, 2015 - Congratulations to Dan and Ellie! Dan and Ellie are friends of Katie from George Mason University, where Katie received...
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Pammie + Blake's Engagement Session | Washington, DC

December 24, 2015 - Congratulations to Pammie and Blake! The plan for Pammie & Blake’s photoshoot was to get some beautiful sunset photos,...
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Sneak Peek: Surprise Proposal | Dan + Ellie | Vienna, VA

December 22, 2015 - Congratulations to the newly engaged couple! After service at the Vienna Presbyterian Church last Sunday morning, Dan d...
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Phoebe + Andy ı River Farm ı Alexandria, VA

December 07, 2015 - He Caught a Gazelle! Andy was looking for a girl who would give him a run for his money; Phoebe is a runner - who happen...
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Katie's Brother is engaged! Guess who photographed the engagement session!

December 02, 2015 - Congratulations to these two lovebirds! We couldn't be happier - because Katie is getting a sister! A few weeks ago, Kat...
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Sneak Peek: Amber + Kevin ı National Arboretum ı Washington, DC

November 13, 2015 - Congratulations to Amber + Kevin! This couple is just hysterical! They spent the majority of the wedding day cracking jo...
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Sneak Peek: Lydia + Carl's Wedding ı Friends Meeting House of Washington

November 10, 2015 - Congratulations to Lydia + Carl! These two lovebirds had a beautiful, private wedding at Friends Meeting House of Washin...
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Happy Halloween!

October 30, 2015 - Happy Halloween from the Photos from the Harty team! Stay safe, have a great time, and be sure to share your costumes w...
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Inner Harbor Wedding ı Baltimore, MD

October 09, 2015 - Beautiful Baltimore Wedding - on one of the hottest days of the year! If you remember our recent snowy engagement sessio...
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Sneak Peek: Phoebe + Andy's Wedding at River Farm

September 28, 2015 - This is what it looks like when too runners get married - hardcore BLISS! We met Phoebe while photographing for RunWash...
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Sneak Peek: Katie + Ken's Wedding ı Historic Whitehall Manor ı Bluemont, VA

September 22, 2015 - Congratulations to Katie and Ken! Katie and Ken are just the sweetest, funniest, most loving couple! They met in college...
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High School Sweethearts ı A Sweet Engagement Session at Great Falls National Park

September 11, 2015 - Taylor + Amy ı A Match Made at Blake High School We all have those people in our lives who we could be apart from for m...
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Photos from the Harty Featured on How He Asked

September 04, 2015 - How He Asked Melts Our Hearts - Even during a Snowy Engagement Session! This is our second feature on How He Asked. We...
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Happy Fri-YAY! Catch up with Sara on Pixilated's Podcast

August 28, 2015 - Our founder, Sara (Hartenstine) Alepin, as a guest on Pixilated's Podcast A few months back, Patrick Rife, one of the co...
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These Adorable Bow Ties will make you JUST SMILE!

August 22, 2015 - Meet JSB Bow Ties! For those of you who don't know the gentlemen behind Just Smile Photo Booth...well, first, you're mis...
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Sneak Peek: Rachel + Chris' Harbor Wedding ı Baltimore, MD

August 18, 2015 - Sneak Peek: Waterfront Wedding at Tabrizi's Some of you may remember Rachel and Chris from our snowy engagement session...
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Don't miss National S'mores Day with The Capital Candy Jar

August 05, 2015 - Monday is National S'mores Day! The Capital Candy Jar is celebrating by making giant gourmet s'mores! They offer six fla...
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Meet the Creative Minds Behind Cherry Blossom Creative

July 21, 2015 - Meet the creative minds behind Cherry Blossom Creative These ladies are not only super talented, but also some of the sw...
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Rainy Surprise Proposal ı Washington, DC

July 07, 2015 - Surprise Proposal at the Tidal Basin It's been a VERY rainy summer. It was the wettest June in record, in fact. If you...
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Sneak Peek: Cherry Blossom Creative

July 02, 2015 - This fabulous company is operated by five strong creative, rad chicks located right here in the District. They strive to...
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Love Wins! Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Gay Marriage Nationwide!

June 26, 2015 - The Supreme Court ruled in favor of gay marriage nationwide! Happy Fri-YAY! It's a great day in DC! We could not be happ...
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Senior Portraits ı University of Maryland ı College Park, MD

June 22, 2015 - University of Maryland holds a special place in our hearts Ahhhh, University of Maryland... This school holds a special...
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Photos from the Harty Captures District Bliss' First Birthday

June 15, 2015 - District Bliss is ONE and we couldn't be happier! We have been very lucky to capture many of District Bliss' events duri...
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District Bliss Vendor Social: July 23 at Stanton & Greene

June 11, 2015 - District Bliss has released the upcoming Vendor Social Information! District Bliss will be holding the next Vendor Soci...
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Whimsical Styled Shoot ı Meridian Hill Park ı Washington, DC

June 10, 2015 - Some of our fave District Bliss vendors got together for a styled photoshoot! Not shockingly, our very own Sara, with he...
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Surprise Proposal ı National Treasury ı Washington, DC

June 08, 2015 - Surprise Proposals are just so exciting! It's hard not to love a surprise proposal. And, it would have been even harder...
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Sneak Peek: District Bliss' 1st Bday Party + Website Launch Photographs

June 04, 2015 - Sneak Peek: District Bliss Celebrated the End of Year One at Silo We were lucky enough to attend District Bliss' First B...
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Maternity Session ı National Portrait Gallery ı Washington, DC

June 02, 2015 - Amanda's Maternity Photo Shoot at the National Portrait Gallery What do you do when the weather is awful, but you have a...
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Wondering about what District Bliss is? Well, here's your answer!

May 29, 2015 - Have you been wondering what District Bliss does? We understand. No one has ever done anything like this before - and yo...
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Happy 1st Birthday, District Bliss!

May 27, 2015 - Today is DISTRICT BLISS' FIRST BIRTHDAY! WOOHOO!! Come with us tonight! Everyone one is invited! Friends, family, vendo...
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Participating Vendors: District Bliss' 1st Birthday Party + Website Launch

May 22, 2015 - Come celebrate District Bliss' 1st Birthday + Website Launch with these AMAZING vendors! Everyone one is invited! Frien...
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NDSS Champions of Change ı Buddy Walk on Washington

May 20, 2015 - As many of you know, Down Syndrome has always been something close to our hearts. We believe that everyone deserves to b...
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Sneak Peek: Kim + Greg's Classic DC Wedding

May 15, 2015 - Kim and Greg were married at Hotel Monaco, a boutique hotel in Chinatown. It was the perfect setting for this DC -themed...
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District Bliss Vendor Social Hosts Catalyst Magazine Launch Party

May 14, 2015 - Everything about the District Bliss Vendor Social, which hosted the Catalyst Wedding Co Magazine Launch Party (yay!), wa...
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District Bliss Bday Party - Participating Vendors

May 11, 2015 - Happy Monday! As you probably know, District Bliss is having our FIRST birthday + website launch party on May 27th!! We...
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Sneak Peek: District Bliss Vendor Social + Catalyst Wedding Co's Mag Launch Party

May 08, 2015 - We were lucky enough to host the Catalyst Wedding Co. Magazine Launch Party at our Vendor Social this month – and it was...
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Sneak Peek: Kerri + Greg's Engagement Session

May 07, 2015 - We met Kerri several years ago (probably more than we'd like to admit - where does the time go?!) and immediately loved...
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No Anxiety Prep ı Website Photo Session

April 28, 2015 - Website Photoshoot for No Anxiety Prep We've known the owner of No Anxiety Prep, Nikkee Porcaro, for a few years now.
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Sneak Peek: Whimsical Styled Shoot

April 24, 2015 - Happy hour surprise: A sneak peek at this week's styled shoot! We have been DYING to share this styled shoot with you al...
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Happy 1st Birthday, District Bliss!

April 21, 2015 - District Bliss Turns ONE! We can't believe it was a year ago when Sara + Sarah put their idea for a new type of social...
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District Bliss Vendor Social: Meet our Participating Vendors

April 17, 2015 - District Bliss Vendor Social is hosting Catalyst Wedding Co's Magazine Launch! Here are the amazing participating vendor...
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Styled Shoot with Marigold & Grey and Pollyanna Events

April 08, 2015 - Styling and Cocktailing with Marigold & Grey Recently, District Bliss swung by the Marigold & Grey studio to pick up wel...
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District Bliss Hosts Catalyst Wedding Magazine's Launch Party

April 06, 2015 - Catalyst Launch Party Hosted by District Bliss It’s Monday! We hope you are ready for some exciting news! We mentioned...
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Rachel + Chris ı A Snowy Engagement Session in Annapolis, MD

April 03, 2015 - Rachel + Chris: A Snowy Engagement Session in Annapolis We met Rachel a few years ago. We immediately bonded over our l...
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Katie + Ken's Sunflower Engagement Session

March 31, 2015 - Katie + Ken's Sunflower Engagement Session Katie and Ken are adorable. We're not just saying that - they really, really...
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We're featured as one of The Huffington Post's Top 16 Proposal Photographs!

March 20, 2015 - The Huffington Post features Photos from the Harty Top 16 OMG Proposal Photos We were so flattered when The Huffington P...
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St. Patrick's Day Themed 30th Birthday Party

March 17, 2015 - Happy 30th Bday - St. Paddy's Day Style! For his 30th birthday, Sarah decided to surprise Rory with... pretty much a mil...
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District Bliss Engaged Couples Social ı City Tap House ı Washington, DC

March 10, 2015 - The Engaged Couples Social Hosted by District Bliss was a HUGE Success! We are super excited to announce that the Coupl...
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Home is Where the Heart is ı An In-Home Wedding in Washington, DC

March 04, 2015 - An Intimate In-Home Wedding Washington, DC We love all weddings - everyone is so happy and they each have a special ene...
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Check out the Amazingly Talented District Bliss Couples Social Vendors

February 23, 2015 - {don't miss the district bliss engaged couples social} The District Bliss Couple's Social is THIS THURSDAY and we are S...
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Sneak Peek: Surprise Proposal ı Great Falls National Park, VA

February 19, 2015 - {sneak peek: surprise proposal} Here's a tiny sneak peek of an ADORABLE surprise proposal at Great Falls National Park...
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Amanda + Megan's Holiday-Themed Wedding ı Whittemore House ı Washington, DC

February 17, 2015 - {right from the start} From the day that Megan and Amanda met, they knew that they would be married. They were just the...
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Happy Valentine's Day, Lovebirds!

February 14, 2015 - {happy <3 day} I am, admittedly, not a Valentine's Day celebrator; I'm not a bitter "I hate Valentine's Day!" kinda gal,...
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District Bliss Competition: Win $100 to Spend on a Variety of Wedding Vendors

February 13, 2015 - District Bliss Competition! Want to win a $100 gift certificate to one of our fave wedding vendors? Here's how: 1.
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A Day in the Life of Old City Press & Company

February 09, 2015 - You down with OCP? Yeah, you know me! Old City Press & Co. was opened in 2013 and has been creating amazing products eve...
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Holiday Family Portrait Session at Union Station ı Washington, DC

February 05, 2015 - {holiday portrait session at union station} We had scheduled a photoshoot with this gorgeous family in August. Unfortuna...
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District Bliss Vendor Social ı January 2015

February 03, 2015 - {district bliss vendor social} The second District Bliss Vendor Social went off without a hitch! Thank you to everyone w...
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The District Bliss Vendor Social is Tonight!

January 29, 2015 - {check out these fab vendors} The District Bliss Vendor Social is tonight and we are SUPER psyched to see everyone - and...
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Georgetown Hoyas Alumni Event ı City Tap House ı Washington, DC

January 26, 2015 - {cheers to the hoyas} Georgetown Alumni take over City Tap House - before they take down the Bulldogs We love City Tap...
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Sneak Peek: Beautiful Holiday Wedding ı Hotel George ı Washington, DC

January 23, 2015 - {what's better than the holiday season?} A Holiday-Themed Wedding in the Nation's Capital! Happy Friday, everyone! We ho...
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District Bliss Couples Social ı Meet our Vendors!

January 22, 2015 - {meet some fabulous wedding + event vendors} We are about one month away from the District Bliss Couple's Social and we...
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District Bliss Proposal Story Contest

January 05, 2015 - {newly engaged? share your story!} Are you celebrating the new year with a huge smile?! Tell District Bliss all about it...
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Best of 2014 ı Photos from the Harty

January 02, 2015 - {2014 in retrospect} Looking back on 2014, it's hard to choose our favorite moments. We had quite an adventure! At one w...
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Pass the ABLE Act ı NDSS: Caring with Congress 2014

December 18, 2014 - {#passtheABLEact} Achieving a Better Life Experience The ABLE Act is on its way to the President's desk. After so much h...
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Brayden's First Birthday

December 15, 2014 - {baby bray's first bday} I adore the Rothchild family. They are hysterical and just a joy to be around. Brayden has been...
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District Bliss Announces the 1st Couples Social ı An Anti-Expo Bridal Event

December 08, 2014 - Event Registration Online powered by Eventbrite {calling all engaged couples} District Bliss Hosts the First Couples...
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Holiday Crafting with Capital Society

December 05, 2014 - {holiday crafting with capital society} First, I have to admit that I adore Shelli, the owner of Capital Society. She's...
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Topaz Hotel's Fall Carnival Event

December 04, 2014 - {topaz: a boutique hotel in dupont circle hosts a carnival} An Autumn Networking Carnival I love a boutique hotel. Bed a...
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Small Business Saturday Sale!

November 29, 2014 - {small business saturday sale} Book your wedding or event before Cyber Monday at 11:59pm and receive a complimentary eng...
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Angel + Hunter's Wedding ı Woodrow Wilson House ı Washington, DC

November 18, 2014 - {angel & hunter's rainy day wedding} A little rain can't keep these grooms down! Angel and Hunter chose the Woodrow Wils...
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District Bliss Has a Big Announcement!

November 12, 2014 - {district bliss: announcing our couples social} District Bliss has expanded! We had an amazing time at our first vendor...
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District Bliss' First Social

November 10, 2014 - {our first social} The first District Bliss vendor social was in October. Sarah and I had a great time and the social wa...
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RunWashington: Doug Fun ı A Comedian, A Runner

November 06, 2014 - {running can be a real riot. who knew?} RunWashington Article on Doug Fun We love working with RunWashington. Their edit...
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Meet District Bliss: A New Spin on Socials

November 03, 2014 - {district bliss: a new spin on vendor socials} I'm sure that you've seen us posting about District Bliss in the past few...
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Happy Halloween! Let's Get Pixilated!

October 31, 2014 - {happy halloween! #getpixilated} As you know, District Bliss recently hosted the first - of many - socials. Pixilated Ph...
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We're on a Highway to HILL

October 29, 2014 - {highway to hill: in the studio of a DC florist} Behind the Scenes with District Bliss Jo is a florist. An amazing flori...
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Holiday Mini-Sessions

October 27, 2014 - {holiday mini sessions} You asked for it! We're offering holiday mini sessions! Mark your calendars! There are a few tim...
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District Bliss Photo Shoot

October 22, 2014 - {meet the ladies behind district bliss} A Photo Shoot with District Bliss' Sara(h)s District Bliss was founded by two Sa...
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Sneak Peek into Capital Society's Design Studio

October 20, 2014 - {an AMAZING designer - capitalized} A peek into Capital Society 's Design Studio District Bliss went on a field trip to...
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Sneak Peek into Capital Candy Jar's Kitchen

October 16, 2014 - {like a kid in a candy store} District Bliss takes a Delicious Field Trip Because the amazing chef behind Capital Candy...
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David Unplugged: The Life of a Runner

October 07, 2014 - {david unplugged: the life of a runner} A RunWashington Article on Runner David Finland MST FNSH by Dustin Renwick For m...
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Danielle and Keisa's Destination Wedding

October 02, 2014 - {danielle + keisa} A Washington, DC Destination Wedding Danielle and Keisa came from Georgia to DC for an intimate wedd...
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Happy First Day of Fall!

September 22, 2014 - {happy autumn} It's officially autumn. The weather is lovely; I hope you spent a lot of time outside this weekend! Fall...
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Introducing District Bliss!

September 15, 2014 - {district bliss} A unique take on vendor socials This has been an exciting year for Photos from the Harty! As you all kn...
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Same-Sex Weddings

September 11, 2014 - We began photographing weddings in 2005. Over the years, the Photos from the Harty team has seen a wide variety of weddi...
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Katie & Doug ı Engagement Party ı Joe's Prime Rib, Seafood, & Stonecrab

September 09, 2014 - {katie & doug's engagement party} Katie and Doug celebrated their engagement with their friends and family at Joe's Prim...
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Nicole & Alex's Wedding ı St. Regis ı Washington, DC

August 13, 2014 - {Nicole and Alex's Rainy Day Wedding} Nicole and Alex are a funny, adorable, and thoughtful couple. It's hard to be arou...
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Andrew and Milton's Wedding ı Supreme Court of the United States

August 07, 2014 - {lucky number seven} Andrew & Milton's Wedding at the Supreme Court Andrew and Milton have been together for seven years...
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Wedding Photograph Video Montage

July 22, 2014 - {Mr. & Mrs. Williams} A Wedding Photograph Montage: A unique way to remember your big day! {A wedding photo video montag...
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National Down Syndrome Society: DC Leadership Network Kickoff

July 15, 2014 - National Down Syndrome Society: First Annual DC Leadership Network Kick-Off Event On the eve of the NDSS Caring with Con...
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Kristina & Jeff ı Montgomery Country Club ı Montgomery County, Maryland

July 03, 2014 - {kristina & jeff: an adventurous wedding} I'm not really sure where to begin this blog. Maybe here: The groom got locked...
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Ethan's Dinosaur-Themed 1st Birthday ı Washington, DC

June 17, 2014 - {ethan turns one} Ethan is growing up too quickly. Remember when your parents used to say that the years just flew by?...
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Siller Wedding ı The Vineyards at Chappel Lodge ı Austin, TX

June 10, 2014 - {matt & ginny's romantic vineyard wedding} If you remember a few months back, I photographed Matt and Ginny's engagement...
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Discount! Photos from the Harty & Pollyanna Events

June 09, 2014 - Just what you've been waiting for! After sharing a booth at the Say I Do! Wedding Expo, Photos from the Harty and Pollya...
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Say I Do Wedding Expo

June 03, 2014 - {pollyanna events & photos from the harty} Say I Do LGBT Wedding Expo Photos from the Harty teamed up with Pollyanna Eve...
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Portraits and Headshots ı Color Palette Examples

May 13, 2014 - Professional Portraits, Headshots, Color Palettes One of the most challenging parts of getting portraits taken is choosi...
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Katie gets her hair and makeup done - woot!

May 09, 2014 - The only time I've had my hair and makeup done was years ago - for my high school prom. It was fun and I thought I looke...
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Air Force Retirement ı Air Force Memorial ı Arlington, VA

May 07, 2014 - United States Air Force Band Retirement Celebration {Air Force Memorial ı Arlington, VA} I met the Maloneys at a Nationa...
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Newborn Baby Boy Session ı Ethan James

May 01, 2014 - A Tiny Miracle: Ethan James Ethan was born into a mixed football family: New England Patriots and New Orleans Saints. Hi...
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Eat to Run...Run to Eat ı RunWashington's March/April Issue ı Washington, DC

April 24, 2014 - Do you eat to run, or do you run to eat? There are so many reasons I love working with RunWashington Magazine. Every...
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Stacey & Eddie ı Savannah, Georgia ı Wedding

April 16, 2014 - Stacey & Eddie's Savannah Wedding Savannah is a beautiful place, filled with history and stories of ghosts. The wedding...
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Christopher Schenk ı Actor Headshots

April 08, 2014 - Portraits of an Actor ı Christopher Schenk Chris Schenk is a fellow creative. He's a writer, an artist, an actor. He's a...
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Joylyn & Jared ı Baltimore Wedding ı Gramercy Mansion

March 27, 2014 - Joylyn and Jared's Beautiful Garden Wedding I had the pleasure of photographing an absolutely beautiful wedding at the...
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Happy 2nd Birthday, Braylon! ı Dr. Seuss-themed Birthday Party

March 19, 2014 - Braylon's Dr. Seuss Themed Second Birthday Jolinda came to me as a referral from a former client. And, I'm so glad she d...
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Still on Two Feet ı A Hit and Run Cannot Keep this Runner Down

March 13, 2014 - RunWashington: Still on 2 Feet {nothing can keep Nick Nguyen down} {I'm not going to re-write the RunWashington story (p...
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Meet the Photographers ı Photos from the Harty 2.0

March 09, 2014 - Photos from the Harty has expanded! {meet the photographers} I'd like to welcome Becca Schwartz and Katie Lingan to the...
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Becky, Ryan, & Parker ı Family Holiday Portrait Session

December 23, 2013 - The Casavants: Holiday Family Photo Shoot I've known the Casavants for almost a decade now. The are the type of family...
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Ginny & Matt ı Engagement Session

December 17, 2013 - Ginny and Matt's Engagement Session Ginny and Matt are good friends of mine. They are silly and just a ton of fun to be...
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Nicole, Alex, & Jelly Bean ı Maternity Session

December 12, 2013 - Nicole and Alex's Maternity Photo Shoot Nicole and Alex are as sweet as pie. I've been lucky to see this family evolve f...
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Surprise Proposal and Engagement Session at the Tidal Basin

November 25, 2013 - Surprise Proposal Washington, DC This was a first for me. I was asked by John to secretly photograph his proposal at th...
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Hannah and Brad ı Engagement Session ı National Arboretum

November 18, 2013 - Hannah and Brad's Engagement - National Arboretum Washington, DC Hannah and Brad got engaged on February 13th. Brad use...
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Music Man Dan ı Promotional Images for a Brilliant Musician

June 15, 2013 - Music Man Dan McComas Dan McComas is a renaissance man. He is a musician, the voice you hear in oh-so-many commercials,...
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Fashionista Sharon Yang Rocks Red ı Fashion Shoot for Glo Magazine

May 10, 2013 - Fashionista Sharon Yang Rocks the Red Flaunt it! Sharon is a good friend of mine. Even when she's going to the gym, Sha...
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Linda's Luncheonette Opening Party ı Event

May 07, 2013 - Linda's Luncheonette Soft Opening Party A good friend of mine, Linda Kushner, just opened Montgomery County's newest foo...
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Intro to the Digital Camera: Part Three - White Balance

April 24, 2013 - Intro to the Digital Camera: White Balance In the past few weeks, you've been reading all about the parts of the camera...
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Emily & Dan ı Fairy Tale Wedding

April 20, 2013 - Emily and Dan's Fairy Tale Wedding Emily and Dan got married at Holy Trinity in Georgetown. It couldn't have been a more...
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Intro to the Digital Camera: Part Two - Camera Modes

April 17, 2013 - How to use your Digital Camera: Camera Modes Last week's blog was all about understanding the names/functions of the cam...
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Ten Things Every Photographer Should Know

April 15, 2013 - Ten Things Every Photographer Should Know 10. Listen to the experts, then file it under "I'll take that into consider...
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Wondering how to use your brand new DSLR? Lesson One

April 09, 2013 - How the Camera Works: A Basic Starter Tutorial So, you bought yourself a DSLR and now you don't know how to use it? This...
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DIY Wedding Invitations

March 24, 2013 - My (now) husband and I decided to have a petite wedding (as in 19 guests) at Adelaida Winery in Paso Robles, California.
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Getting married? Some helpful info

January 29, 2013 - Planning a wedding? Wedding Ideas Now can help! Wedding Ideas Now is owned by Patrice, who I consider to be wedding r...
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Mr. & Mrs. Miller ı Wedding Photography

January 22, 2013 - Presenting Mr. & Mrs. Miller! Hannah and Brad are good friends of mine. In fact, Hannah was one of my bridesmaids and B...
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Becky & Philip ı Engagement Session

January 19, 2013 - Philip <3 Becky {a heartwarming love story a long time in the making} Becky and Philip met in preschool. That's right: p...
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xo,

Sara, Katie + the Photos from the Harty team

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