Get to know your photographer
Hi, I'm Dave!
I’m a Maryland-based wedding and family photographer, deeply drawn to real emotion—the kind that’s felt, not posed.
I believe photography is more than documentation. It’s about preserving the intensity of love, the burst of laughter, the playful chaos of children, and the fleeting emotions that define a season of life. I’m there for the big, passionate moments and the in-between ones—the stolen glances, the uncontrollable smiles, the sounds and movements that make a memory feel alive.
I once photographed my own love story—just my partner, my camera, and the quiet space between us.
There was no timeline, no crowd, no expectations. Only glances, soft smiles, and the way love lived in the moments between breaths.
That experience changed how I understand photography.
Even after years of photographing weddings and families, it was the first time I truly felt what it meant to preserve a memory—one you can return to for the rest of your life. The feeling. The certainty. The tenderness. All held in a frame, long after the day had passed.
Since then, my purpose has been simple.
Every couple has a story worth remembering.
A story worth holding onto.
A story worth honoring.
When I photograph you, I approach your day with the same care and heart I brought to my own—fully present, deeply attentive, and with genuine respect for the emotions that make your story uniquely yours.
I am so glad you’ve found your way here and are considering us to capture this new chapter of your story.
Tell me your rhythm, your connection, your way of loving.
I’ll frame it with the sincerity, warmth, and emotion that define every Lavish story.
Our Approach
Our approach begins with emotion and intention.
We guide gently—using natural light, thoughtful direction, and an editorial eye—to create imagery that feels elevated yet deeply personal. Nothing is stiff. Nothing is rushed. Every moment is shaped with care.
Before we ever direct, we listen. We take time to understand how you connect, how you move together, and what your love looks like in this season of your life. From there, we guide with purpose—allowing real moments to unfold naturally while refining them through light, movement, and composition.
Your session becomes more than time spent taking photographs. It becomes a space to be present with one another—where ease replaces self-consciousness, and emotion quietly leads the frame.
We don’t aim to document every moment.
We focus on the ones that matter most.
So years from now,
your images don’t just show you what happened—
they bring you back to how it felt.
Emotion-First Storytelling
We don’t chase trends or over-style moments.
Instead, we focus on what truly matters—the glances, the laughter, the quiet certainty, and the joy that lives in between.
Our imagery feels candid, alive, and deeply emotional, while remaining timeless for years to come
What makes LAVISH Photography Different
Beauty, Wherever It Exists
We believe exceptional imagery comes from seeing beyond the obvious.
From architecturally rich venues to quietly elegant spaces, we approach each setting with a refined, intentional eye
—shaping light and composition to elevate its natural beauty.
The result is imagery that feels cinematic, cohesive, and timeless, regardless of where your story takes place.
A Thoughtfully Led Experience
From the very first conversation to the final gallery, you are supported with intention and care.
Through clear communication, thoughtful planning, and a steady presence on your wedding day, we create space for you to remain fully present—while we quietly take care of everything else.
Even when the day doesn’t unfold exactly as planned, we’re there with you.
No matter how moments shift or timelines change, we remain steady, patient, and present—so your experience is never rushed, and your memories are always held with care.
Guided, Never Forced
Being in front of the camera should feel natural—not like a performance.
We guide with intention, shaping movement, posture, and light with a refined eye, so your images feel cinematic and elevated—yet still honest, effortless, and deeply emotional.
Rather than placing you into stiff poses, we offer gentle direction that invites real connection to unfold.
The result is imagery that feels artful but alive—polished in composition, intimate in feeling, and unmistakably yours.
