Our Job is to capture each smile, each tear, and each moment that makes your heart jump. Your images will be something important that you will have and hold dear forever. When we arrive to your party, we do our best to capture all the best moments to produce an unforgettable collection of memories for you. Love Wedding Photography is not only a photography company, it is a group of people who care about you and your personal stories. Our passion about the art of photography helps us to push trough any obstacles and make you satisfied with the end results.

Known for extraordinary events, Event Design Group, affectionately referred to as EDG, is a full-service event planning and production company that serves private and corporate clients who are seeking high-end celebrations Trusted by engaged couples and companies all over the world, EDG blends breathtaking design with expert execution to create the never-seen-before moments that guests can’t stop talking about.

I am a passionate deejay, who specializes in weddings, corporate, and private events. Every event is customized and tailored to the customer's needs and wants. My goal is to help to create memories that will last for a lifetime.

Featuring a four piece horn section, multiple vocalists (including optional female vocalist), and a five piece rhythm section, this 11 pc band is stacked with the top musicians in the Mid-Atlantic, creating an exceptionally talented, powerhouse group. When your event needs a band that can keep the dance floor packed, bring big city flavor, and transform your gathering into a truly memorable celebration, look no further than 76 Degrees West.

Ross Anderson has been helping awesome couples put together the perfect soundtrack for their wedding day. A musician from a young age, Ross has always had a passion for music and entertaining. As a DJ, Ross’ love of bringing together different styles of music in creative ways on the dance floor makes him uniquely suited to excel at wedding entertainment. Ross founded Bela Sono Music on simple principles: Perform at the highest level for everything we do, don’t cut corners, and be fair and transparent with every client and partner. We will constantly press at the question of, “Is there a better way?”

My vetted team of artists and I come directly to you! I have been awarded THE BEST OF wedding vendor, have been featured in Modern Luxury DC, Washingtonian Bride & Groom, and Network Television. From your engagement shoot to your wedding day, we take care of every detail, creating a look personalized just for you!

Carl Ray is a celebrity make-up artist who has been in the beauty industry for over 20 years. His experience includes a long roster of notable clientele including the official make-up artist for former First Lady Michelle Obama since 2009. Carl has a thriving bridal business and has been voted “top make-up artist” by Washingtonian magazine since the inception of his career in Washington, DC in 1999.

With a focus capturing the essence of the people, happenings, and a bit of style, I work hard to make the photography aspect of your wedding a detail that you don't have to worry about. I always love the moments away with the couple for portrait photos where they get to slow down and enjoy each other in a quiet moment and appreciate the joy of such a great occasion.

Say “I do” on the historic grounds of Gunston Hall. With 550 acres of beautiful landscape and a breathtaking vista of the Potomac, you and your guests will have an experience to remember. Weddings at Gunston Hall are truly a special occasion and can include the use of the grounds, the Ann Mason Room (located inside our visitor center) and its adjoining private courtyard. Wedding packages may include tours of the historic mansion, private bridal changing quarters, and a dedicated staff member throughout your wedding planning process. Contact our team to start planning your dream wedding.

Cinematic Love Stories with an artistic flair! Your most precious moments carefully and expertly captured by our award winning female filmmaker! Each film uniquely displays exactly how we experienced your day.

Greetings! My name is Jacob Williams and I am a Wedding Photographer & Videographer located in Alexandria, VA. I offer my services as a Videographer helping capture a Wedding Film of your big day, or as a Photographer making sure you can hold on to those memories made for a lifetime! I have been blessed with the opportunity to pursue Film & Photo alongside my full-time job as a Special Educator and my journey has only just begun!

Cinematic films with a Naturalistic Flair. We are a boutique Wedding Videography Company based out of Rockville, Maryland, specializing in cinematic wedding videos with a naturalistic flair. Our style mixes the popular cinematic look with authentic, natural moments that let our couples be fully themselves. We always craft the wedding film to fit the couple and never the other way around. Everything is done by in-house artists, from shooting, to editing, to delivery, so we'll be dedicated to your video every step of the way.

Our vow to you: Making your "ever after" the happiest it can be. Our flexible event spaces are the perfect places to pop that champagne - no matter the size of your gathering. Whether it's an intimate dinner or ballroom-sized dance party, we're there with customized menus and stylish touches that leave every guest with incredible memories.

Petals by Emmanuel offers event planning and floral arrangement services. We design out-of-the box ideas with flair and a touch of elegance. Attention to details and a passion for quality is how we achieve and execute our plans to organize your dream day. Whether we're planning for your wedding, birthday, corporate event, etc. we will be there for you every step of the way. Regardless of how involved you'd like to be in planning and executing your event, our team promises a stress free day — all you need to do is attend.

ForTheWin is a party band from the Washington DC area playing a wide variety of Top 40, Pop, Rock, HipHop, etc for clubs, weddings, festivals, private events, corporate events, and everything in between. Fronted by the dynamic duo of Ryan Angelo and Amanda Andresen, their electric stage energy, powerful vocals, and rapping skills never fail to impress and allow the band to play a wide range of material. Backed by one of the most experienced and talented bands in the DC area, their chemistry on stage is incredible and contagiously infects any crowd.

Amaretto, the best wedding top 40 dance band, brings the excitement of an authentic club band to the intimacy of a private event. The group has been featured at major venues in Washington, DC, Baltimore, New York, Richmond, Nashville, and Chicago. Amaretto has opened for or appeared with many national name acts including Winonna Judd, The Four Tops, the Spinners, the Pointer Sisters, and many more.

Dom Petrellese is a professional guitarist, educator, arranger, and booking agent based in Washington DC. As a graduate of Berklee College of Music, he has had the opportunity to perform worldwide as both a bandleader and a sideman with noteworthy names such as The Drifters, Yakov Smirnoff, The Platters, The Coasters, The Temptations, and Lou Gazzara, just to name a few. His music career thus far has brought him to 60 different countries on 4 continents. Currently, Dom adheres to a busy gig schedule in the Washington DC area, performing regularly at some of the area’s most recognized venues with a variety of different artists and projects.

String Along is an experienced and established ensemble. We have been consistently selected as Washington’s Top Ensemble by the Washingtonian Magazine and by The Knot Best of Weddings Magazine. Quality, exceptional musicianship, professionalism, and personalized service has made this string quartet the finest in our nation’s capital. Our immense repertoire features hours of classical favorites, popular tunes, jazz standards, tangos, waltzes, salsa, rock & roll and much more!

Latisha began her career in Hair and Makeup professionally nine years ago, in Philadelphia, however has had an infatuation with the beauty industry since an early age. Latisha prides herself on being able to capture the beauty in every person and bringing their vision to life. Focusing on your appearance and making you look like the best version of yourself is her highest priority! she has recently relocated from San Diego, California to Bowie, MD.

At Arbor Rose we know how exciting wedding planning can be but how stressing it can also be. We desire each client to enjoy the wedding planning process, helping ease the stress by ensuring a hassle-free event. Our goal is to execute each clients dream event out to perfection. Let's get started!

The Wave is the ultimate variety dance and party band and, as their name suggests, with a contemporary edge! Brandon, the main male lead singer, competed on NBC’s The Voice and got three of the four judges to turn their chairs around, which were Adam Levine, Miley Cyrus, and Jennifer Hudson! Bridget, the female lead singer, performed several times with John Legend on ABC’s Duets. She also toured internationally and sang in the film, The Sin Seer.

Dynasty AV & Entertainment is America’s premiere full service audio visual and entertainment company. Founded by 4 Veteran DJs (Dj Ravi, Dj Vishal, Dj Essence, and Dj Quest) with over 20 plus years of knowledge and experience. Our team specializes in weddings, receptions, corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, and much more. We take pride in making sure that our service is never compromised and your event is executed flawlessly.

Minakshi Entertainments USA, based in the Nation's Capital Washington, DC area and nationally acclaimed, is a name synonymous with incomparable Live and DJ Indian Music Entertainment. Lead by extraordinary performer and vocalist Minakshi, one of the USA's leading Live Bollywood Bands "Kehkashaan" has been referred to by music lovers as an extraordinary and unique music band from the Indian sub-continent. While there are other bands that can "make some noise", there are few bands that possess the etiquette, respect and admiration for traditional, gracious and professional entertainment like we do, from the beginning of the night to the end - from an elegant reception to a high-energy dance party. Our clients can also count on our award winning "Jalwah!" DJ Entertainment to provide professional, high quality Music Entertainment in a huge variety of styles and genres for any occasion. Our DJs are certified and highly trained, courteous and always prepared to make your event a most memorable one.

Aaron is a high end DJ who has worked all over the DC and Northern Virginia area. He began to DJ in 1995, performing at countless clubs and bars in Atlanta to help support his music career as a bass player. Aaron’s love of music began in high school playing bass in jazz band.

A native to the Washington DC suburbs, his musical palate is as eclectic as the community that he proudly calls home. His sets range anything from Top 40 and House to Latin Dance & Hip-Hop. In his words, “it’s all about getting the perfect reaction. There’s nothing better than dropping the perfect track at the perfect time to not only watch but feel the joyful excitement of whoever’s on your dance floor. It doesn’t matter if I’m playing at a nightclub, a local bar or a private wedding; there’s no better ‘high’ and it never gets old.

Essence offers their clients a dazzling array of choices to accommodate any social event. From the acclaimed 6-piece variety band, founding member Kevin Brown can pare-down the band to a single, elegant classical instrumentalist, vocal duet, small cocktail-hour combo, or augment the group to a full 8-piece show band.

New Monopoly has spent many years refining its professional musical and visual production since 1999. We made the decision long ago to offer only one package–our best presentation–every time! We offer the same, cutting edge sound system, lighting, staging, and support for all dates, all core members of the group are full-time New Monopoly players (most have been with us for over ten years) – we are not simply one or two guys that hire different substitute musicians for every job and hope it goes well.

Have the time of your life singing with an awesome band playing just for you! Way more fun than singing with a machine. Wowing audiences and creating countless “rock stars” since 2010, The Hari Karaoke Band has become an institution in Washington DC and beyond. Live Band Karaoke is sweeping the nation. Why? BECAUSE IT’S FUN! Singing with a live band-to a cheering crowd, is an amazing experience. Seeing friends and family giving their all to their favorite song can be unforgettable!

Since 2003, Trio Caliente’s inimitable blend of Flamenco, Pop, and Brazilian Jazz has been enjoyed by political luminaries stateside and abroad; notable Fortune 500 companies; and venerated international organizations, festivals, and concert venues around the world.

Michael is an active musician, composer and teacher who resides near Washington, D.C. He has performed as a soloist and with various musical ensembles throughout the United States, Europe, Japan, North Africa, South America, and the Middle East. He has also been featured on various radio and t.v. programs around the world. He has served as Vice President of the Dayton Classical Guitar Society as well as Vice President of the Washington Guitar Society.

I have been a singer/musician for more than 25 years playing Latin and International music in clubs, hotels, etc. I have theatre experience at the Kennedy Center, Shakespeare Theatre, Arena Stage and Gala Theatre.

Formed in the Washington area, Veronneau quickly gained widespread recognition for their live shows – the recognition became international with the release of their debut album Joie de Vivre – Joy of Living, released in 2011. The album went to #9 in the Jazzweek World Music chart and had extensive radio play throughout the US and Europe, leading to shows in the UK, where the band performed live on BBC Radio, and in Canada. La Mer,the 1930’s French song from the album, has become a major hit on internet radio and Youtube where it has garnered over 30,000 views.

Nfuzion plays a variety of Latin styles: Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Bachata, Rock, including Latin Jazz and some American hits that will certainly make your American guests feel at home, too. Depending on the type of the event (Wedding, Corporate, Small Party) we can bring a Trio up to a 11 piece band. We can also provide lighting, dancers, DJ, stage, and sound equipment as part of our package. Just ask for a quote and we will be more than happy to assist you.

Mambo Combo was named best Latin music group by WAMA (the Washington Area Music Association) and “Best Party Band” by Baltimore Magazine. For more than twenty-five years, the band has been entertaining in the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond, from the Caribbean to New England.

Eric is “a formidable trombonist” with a “voice smooth enough to merit Connick comparisons,” writes JazzTimes. Critics have compared Eric’s “singing to that of Michael Bublé or Harry Connick,” notes Donald Clarke, author of The Penguin Encyclopedia of Popular Music. “But worthy as those gentlemen are, I find Eric Felton Orchestra’s singing more charming, more personal, more intimate, as though one of your best buddies could sing. He is a crooner with style.”

DC Transit is a powerhouse dance band on the rise in the DC Metro Area. This nine piece band has everything you’ve been looking for: a screamin’ three piece horn section that will keep you yelling for more, a thumpin’ rhythm section that will keep you on the dance floor, and two dynamic and personable lead vocalists who you’ll feel you’ve known forever. DC Transit is the perfect choice for your wedding (ceremony music available, cocktail hour jazz quartet, dinner music available, and dance party) or corporate event.

From coast to coast the Celebrity All-Stars have astonished amazed and brought crowds to a frenzy leaving a trail of thrilled and grateful planners and brides along the way. Never before has an act of this collective caliber been available in the private events market. With former members of Earth Wind & Fire, Bette Midler, Janet Jackson and Kenny Loggins. Class personified. Celebrity All-Stars delivers an exciting and dynamic non-stop 3 hour show that will bring the house down. For attention to detail, A custom song list tailored to your requests and an event you and your guests will always remember.

Starting at the age of 10, Jocelyn always had a passion for music and enjoyed watching her father DJ. As a quick learner, and now at the age of 24, Jocelyn has now become a well-seasoned and a highly sought after DJ in the DMV area. Her music portfolio consists of 30,000 plus songs stemming from Big Band, Rock, R&B, Jazz, Pop, to Hip Hop. She has performed in over 50+ venues, some included are Grand Ballrooms, Country Clubs, Smithsonian Castle, to local night clubs and backyard BBQ’s. Jocelyn’s professionalism is unparalleled; she always aims to please and strives to exceed her client’s expectations

Jill started DJing in 2003 for Associated Consultants, for schools, nightclubs, weddings & corporate events! She has been the DJ for Linedanceforyou, an organization that teaches line dances of all styles, since 2006, which serves the Northern Va. area on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Because Jill is also a professional musician, she is made constantly aware of all genres of music, by engaging with the public 7 days a week. She can easily play a night of Latino, trap, country, oldies, and current dance tunes but also has a children’s library of songs for school events.

Nickoli Andrews is I&I Riddim’s dynamic lead vocalist. This spirited singer’s love for music is rooted in Kingston Jamaica where he was born, and in Westmoreland where he was raised. Nickoli is known for his passionate high energy performances. He is a true entertainer and composer who excites and electrifies his audiences with tunes from a variety of music genres, but his true love is rockin’ the reggae.

The Archives began when Thievery Corporation’s Eric Hilton began a quest to explore the roots of reggae music. Led by producer/ keyboard ace Darryl “D-Trane” Burke, all members have recorded and toured internationally with acts like Eek-A-Mouse, Black Uhuru, Culture, Don Carlos and more,” Burke explains. “We weave together the best of foundation reggae roots, rock steady, early dub and dancehall influences.

With a father who loves Miles Davis and a mother who adores Smokey Robinson, Cecily grew up surrounded by the music in her parents vast record collection, and was captivated by the works of Minnie Riperton, Gil Scott-Heron, Anita Baker, and Phyllis Hyman. After college, Cecily looked to these rich, soulful sounds from her childhood, and channeled them into her own music. Known for her sweet soprano, honest lyrics and pure vocals, Cecily brings her own vulnerability to each song, telling her story, and hopes that, at the end, the audience feels vulnerable enough to tell their own stories.

Washington DC-based vocalist Kevin Rose has been praised as “a performer with skill and confidence, not to mention a gorgeous, clear voice.” A versatile singer, Kevin can shift styles with ease from pop and jazz to musical theater and classical music. This is evidenced by his varied resume; in 2017 Kevin performed in the US tour of Dido and Aeneas with the Mark Morris Dance Group, and was also invited to bring his cabaret series “If Not Now, When?” to the historic Metropolitan Room in NYC. Kevin can be seen headlining a successful entertainment band that plays weddings and corporate events all over the DMV.

Now based in Washington DC, Eli has been traveling the globe for two decades and weaving his experiences into fresh folk anthems of personal empowerment, natural awareness, and finding one’s place in the world.Rooted in the Americana tradition, Eli’s influences range from the flamenco progressions of Andalusia, Spain, enchanting minor chords from Israel and the Middle East, and powerful melodies from the southwestern United States. His songwriting showcases authentic lyrics and an honest style that comes straight from the heart and welcomes the listener to participate in the music.

Angie D Entertainment is a Maryland-based full-service wedding entertainment company. Specializing in high-quality music, room uplighting, custom monograms, open-air and 360 photo booths for extraordinary wedding receptions. Serving the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia Areas.

My passion for enhancing natural beauty and making people feel confident and beautiful on their special day led me to the magical world of makeup artistry. I specialize in creating timeless and radiant looks that enhance each bride's unique features. Whether it's classic elegance or modern chic, I tailor the look to match the bride's vision.

Benjamin played at the Hampton University Graduation where President Obama was the guest speaker. He has played at several venues in the Hampton, Virginia area to include the Hampton Coliseum. Benjamin returned to the Washington, DC area to continue his musical career. Currently, Benjamin plays the cello at various venues around the Washington metropolitan area to include Chinatown, Georgetown, Eastern Market, and Dupont Circle. He is a cellist with the Sanctified Symphony Orchestra; and the Cellist in the musical, the Cortical Titanic.

Tiffany Rose is blessed to come from a gifted musical family. Her mother, Gail Shanta, is an accomplished harpist and has been playing in the DC area for over 30 years. Tiffany grew up playing for special occasions with Gail, and they add that special charm to an event, as a mother/daughter duo. In addition, Tiffany’s sister, Katie Shanta, is an accomplished violinist with a music degree from George Mason University. Tiffany and Katie have performed together for many weddings, as well as with their mother as a trio. The Shanta Family at its best!