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Set the Scene: A rainy romantic evening in Hoboken, New Jersey Choosing a location isn’t always the challenge when it comes to planning your engagement session. For some, like Courtney and Dom their challenge was the weather! We originally planned to take their photos at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ, but the weather […]

Couples

January 7, 2024

Winter Hoboken Engagement Session, NJ | Courtney & Dom

Winter Hoboken PATH Terminal Engagement Session New Jersey Wedding Photographer

Set the Scene: A soft November evening on the Historic Streets of West Chester, PAWhen Lorrana reached out about capturing her and her fiancé’s engagement photos I was so thrilled! Having familiar faces from high school or college reach out for a photoshoot is always the best, and truly such an honor. Lorrana and I […]

Couples

December 19, 2023

Fall Downtown West Chester Engagement Session, PA | Lorrana & Tyler

“We’re so awkward in front of the camera!” This is something I hear a lot believe it or not! If you booked a session with me, you’re in luck because I’m here to help you feel excited and confident while having your photos taken. Making sure my couples and clients are comfortable in front of […]

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December 7, 2023

4 Tips to feel more confident and comfortable during your session!

Spring Frelinghuysen Arboretum Engagement Photos Maryland Engagement Photographer

Set the Scene: A Cozy Fall evening at Cross Estate Gardens, NJ As the autumn leaves painted Cross Estate Gardens in a tapestry of golds and reds, Jess and Tyler celebrated their love in a beautiful engagement session. Having known Jess since childhood, capturing their engagement was not just a photography session for me, but […]

Couples

November 28, 2023

Fall Cross Estate Gardens Engagement Session, NJ | Jess & Tyler

Fall Cross Estate Gardens Engagement photos Maryland Wedding Photographer

Set the Scene: A fun pizza filled evening in Downtown Rutherford, NJ The streets of Downtown Rutherford, NJ, buzz with an energy that only a town steeped in history and modern allure can exude. Amongst this dynamic backdrop, Tori and Dennis’s engagement session began, characterized by the genuine laughter and impromptu dance that seems to […]

Couples

November 14, 2023

Fall Downtown Rutherford Engagement Session, NJ | Tori & Dennis

Set the Scene: A Crisp October evening on the Asbury Park Boardwalk and Beach, NJ On the nostalgic boardwalk of Asbury Park, New Jersey, Tracy and Kevin’s love story unfolded like a fun film set against the October sea. The playful spirit of the ocean breeze and the rustic charm of the antique chairs they […]

Couples

November 11, 2023

Fall Asbury Park Beach & Boardwalk Engagement Session, NJ | Tracy & Kevin

Fall Beach Engagement Photos Maryland Wedding Photographer unique chairs in ocean vibe in Asbury Park NJ

Brenna Marie Photography is a nontraditional, colorful, true to color, documentary, candid storyteller wedding and portrait photographer for laid back couples based in MD and DC. Do you need a: MD Wedding Photographer, Maryland Wedding Photographer, DC Wedding Photographer, Washington DC Wedding Photographer, DMV Wedding Photographer, Maryland Engagement Photographer, MD Engagement Photographer, DMV Engagement Photographer […]

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November 10, 2023

Fall Allaire State Park Wall Engagement Session, NJ |  Amy & Tom

Fall Allaire State Park Wall Engagement Session New Jersey Wedding Photographer

Set The Scene: A Warm Autumn Evening in Jersey City If you live in New Jersey, you know there are so many great locations and types of places to take photos, so narrowing it down to 1 or 2 for your photo session isn’t always easy! A few days before their session, Javier and Brian […]

Couples

November 10, 2023

Fall Jersey City Engagement Session, NJ | Javier & Brian

Set the scene: An adventurous October hike in New Jersey Are you looking for a unique engagement session idea, or just love hiking? Well this post may be for you – this session is such a fun one! Veronica and Vinny’s love for nature and hiking sparked their curiosity and they came to me with […]

Couples

November 7, 2023

Fall Norvin Green State Forest Engagement Session, NJ | Veronica & Vinny 

Fall Norvin Green State Forest Ringwood Engagement Session New Jersey Wedding Photographer

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Captivating & magical photography for lovers at every stage based in Maryland, D.C and worldwide.