A few months ago, this couple got married at the Prince Georges County Courthouse in Upper Marlboro. It wasn’t just a ‘get it done’ kind of thing you probably imagine when you hear the word “elopement” though. This couple included all of their closest friends and family to come and witness their union, and they brought William in to capture the moment and create some commemorative portraitsย of everyone together. The following day, we all reconvened at the Chart House in Old Town Alexandria for a reception where the love, sentimentality andย style of this couple was on full display.
Courthouse weddings, while not the most ‘elegant’ venue, are no lessย weddings than the $60,000 hoopla at the country club. Every elementย that actually matters is still there, andย it can be whatever you want it to be. Private, public, fancy, laid back. It isย your wedding after all. And,ย Itย doesn’t even have to happen at a courthouse! Did you knowย anyone can officiate your wedding,ย anywhere. There’s no magic incantation, no formal ‘training’ requirements. You can find your 10 closest friends and family, and get married in front of theย Washington Monument, officiated by your best friend from grade school, if you want.
Of course, we love ‘traditional’ weddings too, but they’re not for everyone. And that’s okay! A wedding day is an incredibly personal event, and itย should reflect you and your values. Check outย some of our favorite photos from this event, and, if you’re thinking of eloping and are interested in hiring a photographer to cover the happenings, check outย the wedding photography page on our website. We have packagesย specifically for these kinds of weddings.
