Weddings & Elopements

For over three decades, we have crafted our trademark approach of wedding photojournalism to expertly narrate the beauty and joy of your wedding story. Our photography style is truly all about you, your personalities, and your relationship. As we capture your celebration through our lens, the integrity of your wedding day is protected and preserved for years to come, allowing you the opportunity to enjoy every moment and receive beautiful photographs that are authentic, natural and timeless.

Capturing Moments for Posterity

When a photojournalist records your wedding, moments are captured for posterity. Your love, your family, and your day all become part of the story. You are free to be present and relaxed. Encouraged to be yourself.

Our Wedding Photography is All About You

Our Philosophy

We believe in the power of photography, a photograph that stands the test of time and defies boundaries.
We are inspired by your relationship and love story.
We view your wedding as the ultimate celebration of your union.
Our approach encourages you to stay in the moment and be fully immersed in one of the best days of your life.
We document your wedding day as it organically occurs, resulting in a beautiful and authentic wedding story.
We live to capture every moment so you can relive and experience your big day for many happy years to come.

Engagement Sessions

One of our favorite ways to get creative with our couples for their photography is in their pre-wedding or engagement sessions. The possibilities are endless, with destinations, fashion, and aesthetics uniquely tailored to your story, your interests, and your love.

Wedding Albums

Your wedding photography is artwork and deserves to be experienced as a tangible piece of art. Preserve your wedding story in a professional, archival-grade album for you and your future generations to cherish. We offer in-house design service and the industry’s top-of-the-line flush mount albums that are handmade in the U.S. with limitless custom album covers to fit your signature style.

Investment

We’ve learned over the years that every celebration is different and comes with its own set of unique needs. Because of this, we quote every wedding, elopement, and photo session on an individual basis.

That said, our clients usually allocate 10-20% of their wedding budget toward their photography investment. Contact us to schedule a photography consult, and we will happily craft a custom collection outlining your investment that speaks perfectly to your individual needs and goals.

Testimonials

Rodney and Darcy are so incredibly talented, and two of the kindest people I have ever met. They will go above and beyond to ensure your wedding is everything you wanted and more. I LOVE how our wedding photos and album turned out. Working with them was the best part of the wedding planning experience. A+++!!!!

Julianna & Christopher

Hands down working with the Rodney Bailey team was THE best vendor experience I had while planning my wedding. I knew from the moment I met with them that they got me and understood what I wanted. I was beyond blown away when I saw my wedding photos for the first time. In fact, we have SO MANY AMAZING PICTURES, I don't know where to begin with framing ones for our home. Gary went above and beyond on our wedding day, displaying such a high level of professionalism and passion for capturing all of those special moments. We can now look back at our photos and remember it like it was yesterday. If you truly want a top-notch wedding photography experience, I recommend Rodney Bailey to highest degree possible.

Meredith & Mark

I can't praise this company enough! The amount of personal time, energy, and creativity that is brought into the passion at Rodney Bailey is amazing. They supported us during the pandemic as we had to move our wedding date multiple times, and their kind words and encouragement really meant everything to us. They not only capture beautiful moments, but their team have such beautiful hearts! We were so lucky to have them in our corner! We will always cherish these photos!

Ellie & Damian

Tabatha was absolutely amazing! She was very warm and had an inviting personality. I felt so at ease with her, and I don't even like being in front of a camera. The Rodney Bailey team has exceeded my expectations, and I would highly recommend them to anyone that is looking for a photographer!

Tiffany & Josh

Thanks to Rodney, we have the most beautiful photographs to commemorate our big day. We'll be forever grateful for his talent and brilliant artistry.

Nadia & Mark

Rodney & team are INCREDIBLE! Darcy is so responsive and on top of any question you can throw her way. Rodney is calm onsite, ever flexible as plans change. Once we finished the formal portrait shots, I (respectfully) never saw him and his second shooter again. They blended into the crowd and got photos from our ceremony from every single angle. Even our officiant was surprised to never really see him! The party photos are a blast. Rodney was the first vendor I hired, and I'd hire him again and again!

Brina & Matt

We were over the moon with Rodney! I felt just as beautiful when Rodney posed us as in the photos he captured while we mingled with our guests. I feel like he really captured the essence of the day and gave us many beautiful memories to look back on for years to come. I could not recommend Rodney Bailey more highly.

Gianna & Chase

Let me start off by saying that this was my dream photographer. I assumed I couldn't afford them at our budget. However, Darcy is beyond amazing and worked with us to customize a package that we could afford, and I am so grateful! The planning and communication were so professional; each correspondence was timely, organized and concise. Darcy is very skilled in her role, and she made it so easy to plan our day. Syed put us at ease immediately and was like a wedding photojournalism ninja. He took such lovely and intimate photos but we hardly noticed him. I will cherish these photos forever and am so honored that we had the privilege to work with them!

Nammi & Jay

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Moments of Love

Frequently Asked Questions

Wedding Photography FAQs

What is your photography style?

We specialize in photojournalistic wedding photography—capturing authentic, candid moments and genuine emotions as they naturally unfold, with minimal posing for timeless, storytelling images.

How would you describe your approach on the wedding day?

Our team is unobtrusive and discreet, blending into the background like guests to document real interactions without directing or interrupting your day.

How many photographers will cover my wedding?

We typically recommend two experienced photojournalists to ensure comprehensive coverage—from getting-ready moments to the reception’s last dance.

Do you offer engagement sessions?

Yes! Engagement sessions are a fun way to get comfortable in front of the camera and create beautiful portraits; they can be included or added to most packages.

How much do your wedding photography collections cost?

Collections are custom tailored to each couple. Most clients invest between 10–20% of their overall wedding budget on photography—contact us for a personalized quote.

Do you create wedding albums?

Absolutely. We design stunning, archival-quality flush-mount albums handmade in the U.S., perfect for preserving and sharing your story for generations.

How long until we receive our photos?

You’ll get a sneak peek within days with our highlights image service, with the full online gallery delivered in about 3 weeks. Albums follow after your selections and approvals.

Do you photograph weddings outside of DC, Maryland, and Virginia?

Yes—we love destination weddings and travel worldwide while maintaining the same photojournalistic passion.

How far in advance should we book?

Popular dates book 12–18 months ahead, especially spring and fall in the DC area. Reach out early to secure your date!

What’s the next step if we love your work?

Simply send us a message. We’ll schedule a no-pressure consultation to discuss your vision and wedding day plans, answer questions, and create a custom proposal and recommended coverage schedule to best capture your big day.