Hefner Photography

Mollly & Will

2011-04-05T10:50:00.003-04:00

Molly & Will are getting married in Italy this year, but I was asked to do an engagement session for them at the Cherry Blossoms in downtown DC this past weekend. Scheduling conflicts at the last minute led to us changing plans and doing them a week early -- which ended up being PERFECT. The weather was cool but there wasn't a cloud in the sky, and the trees had blossomed the day before.
I had a blast with them, and ended up after the shoot at Ray's Hell Burger with them. Perfect weather, perfect couple, and perfect burgers all in one day? Awesome.

Paxton Ells

2011-02-23T10:13:00.004-05:00

Jeff & Jackie - Vienna, VA

2009-06-28T18:29:00.029-04:00

Jackie and Jeff were such a joy to work with. I'd worked with them on their engagement photos earlier in the year, and this weekend had the pleasure of photographing both their rehearsal dinner and their wedding. You could really feel the love – not just between them, but also between each of them and their parents, and the incredible sentiment between them and the amazing friends that made up their wedding party.
Thanks again to Jackie and Jeff for making me part of your day!

Angie & Derrick

2009-06-04T21:41:00.007-04:00

I love that I'm in this one. It's so unplanned.

Thanks to Angie & Derrick for having me be part of their special day! Angie and I were sorority sisters in college, and it's so great to see her end up so happy. He's truly great for her, and the love they have for one another is obvious to anyone who meets them.

CONGRATS!

Trish & Michael

2009-05-14T22:08:00.006-04:00

This was a second wedding for both Trish & Michael, and they made it beautiful. Held in historic Collingwood Library and Museum in Alexandria, Virginia, this was truly a sweet day for everyone involved. Their bridal party consisted of their children who were clearly very happy to share Mom and Dad's special day with them.

Richmond, VA: Jacquelyn and Jeff (just a preview!)

2009-01-24T19:56:00.005-05:00

Jessica & Jon

2008-12-16T22:31:00.004-05:00

Jessica & Jon got married in Springfield, Virginia in a beautiful, winter wonderland wedding! Their wedding party - 7 bridesmaids, 7 groomsmen - was a blast to shoot, and I've included a couple of early favorites here!

Carol

2008-11-30T12:21:00.003-05:00

Carol hired me to do some pictures of her, as well as some of her and her dogs - and I wanted to share a few! It was a great shoot and I enjoyed working with her.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

2008-11-27T12:14:00.000-05:00

Happy Thanksgiving from the Hefner family - including my husband Brian, my dog Baloo, and me!

Here are some pictures I snapped of our dog - he's a 4-year-old Saint Bernard we rescued about a year ago, and he's the light of our life.

I hope your holiday weekend was perfect and that you got to spend time with those most important to you!

Sincerely,
The Hefners

Daddy's little Bengals fan..

2008-11-20T22:40:00.001-05:00

A few more of Emily

2008-11-09T22:15:00.001-05:00

I can't get enough of Emily!

Emily Ann

2008-11-06T23:50:00.008-05:00

Emily Ann was born November 3, 2009 shortly after 6:00 p.m. Weighing in at 8 lbs, 8 ounces at just 19 inches, you'd think she's a "chubby" baby, but she's absolutely perfect.

CONGRATULATIONS JENNIFER AND MARK!

Katie & Johnny, Fredericksburg VA

2008-09-28T18:19:00.011-04:00

Katie & Johnny are personal friends of mine; Katie and I lived across the hall from each other in college. She's been there for me through some of my best and worst times, and I was so happy to be able to be a part of her day.

Their reception was held in Fredericksburg, VA on Saturday at her parents' house, a beautiful home with an outdoor bar and gazebo set up. Katie and Johnny actually got married in Vegas last month, so this was their reception for everyone to get together and have fun. It was a blast to get to photograph them in such a casual setting and spend time with friends, as well!

The photos I'm choosing to post for this day aren't the typical ones I'd necessarily post, but rather the ones I felt reflect my friends' personalities best.

The bride, Katie:

The groom, Johnny:

Two of my favorite people (Katie and my husband Brian):

This picture, though not necessarily technically perfect, to me perfectly shows Katie and Johnny. The little boy is Katie's nephew JP and the light of her life; I love the way that Johnny is looking at Katie with so much respect while she plays with JP.

Their beautiful (and tasty!) cake:

The cake cutting didn't get too out of hand!

There were a number of subtle Vietnamese and Chinese touches in respect of Johnny's family:

This little girl was adorable (and incredibly social!):

Thanks for having us, guys!! We love you!

Jennifer + Emily

2008-09-04T22:11:00.003-04:00

I did a quick session with my next door neighbor Jennifer who wanted a picture of how she looks pregnant with her first child Emily to share with her long-distance mother. No outfit changes or anything, just two friends in a field behind our houses. :) She and her husband will be amazing parents and I look forward to meeting Emily!

Gretchen and Rob - Oakton, Virginia

2008-08-18T20:50:00.011-04:00

Gretchen and Rob were definitely one of the most fun couples I've had the joy of photographing. Gretchen said herself that she just began planning in April, and was seriously contemplating having a court house wedding. I'm glad she decided not to, though - I loved every minute of their wedding!

Dani and Ed

2008-08-17T21:40:00.005-04:00

Dani and Ed met up with me at the National Harbor in southern Maryland to have an engagement portrait session. It was great to meet the two of them and spend a little while together while they were in town from just north of Baltimore.
I hope they love their pictures!

Taylor and Todd - Richmond, Virginia

2008-08-10T22:32:00.004-04:00

Taylor and Todd live in Richmond, Virginia and during a visit I took engagement portraits of them. Taylor and I are close friends from college; I have the privilege of being a bridesmaid in her wedding! They were a blast to work with and I hope they love their shots!

Crystal & Joe - Arlington, VA

2008-08-02T22:14:00.004-04:00

Crystal and Joe got married outdoors at the beautiful Knights of Columbus in Arlington, Virginia. Their wedding was fun yet traditional; casual yet elegant.

Gwynn

2008-07-20T22:23:00.004-04:00

Gwynn is Sehra (below)'s cousin. She did some modeling as a teenager and, after a long break, this was her first shoot in years. She was a natural! I loved working with her - she had a fun sense of humor and let me pull her away for quick photos all day!

Sehra

2008-07-20T22:00:00.005-04:00

Sehra (MM# 627068) and I shot together once before at the McLean Mansion shoot, but we were able to spend a bit more time together today. She's beautiful - her eyes are captivating and her dedication to taking care of her body is awe-inspiring!

Helen

2008-07-20T21:49:00.005-04:00

Helen/Feury (MM# 549677) (another model from the Elicott City shoot) was a riot. She is free spirited, willing to try anything, and has some of the most porcelain features I've ever seen. Not to mention: check out that hair!

Charmaine

2008-07-20T21:38:00.003-04:00

Charmaine was another model at the Ellicott City group shoot. She has a beautiful fresh look, and this shoot was her first experience being photographed professionally. She did wonderfully with the paparazzi! :)

Reona

2008-07-20T21:22:00.004-04:00

Reona (MM# 60666) was one of five models at a group shoot in Ellicott City, MD. She is half Japanese and half Native American, and absolutely a joy to work with.

Jennifer and Mark!

2008-07-17T23:11:00.002-04:00

Jennifer and Mark got married in a small, casual ceremony at a park in Virginia. The reception followed, an intimate dinner at Ruth's Chris.

Here are a few pictures!

Mike and Dayna: May 24, 2008

2008-05-31T19:49:00.004-04:00

Mike and Dayna got married on May 24 at a vineyard in Haymarket, Virginia.

Here are a few favorites.

Ally and Lance

2008-03-26T22:08:00.002-04:00

Last weekend I shot the wedding of Ally and Lance, an intimate affair that took place in the living room of their beautiful Chevy Chase home. I didn't know what to expect but the room and their home in general made for a perfect backdrop for the small, romantic ceremony.

2008-03-09T12:10:00.004-04:00

2008-02-27T09:10:00.005-05:00

Just a few more shots from Sunday's model shoot.

2008-02-25T23:14:00.007-05:00

I spent Sunday at a model shoot at a lovely new $4.2 million mansion in McLean. I went with Fotohispana Group, a wonderful group I belong to that allows models, photographers, make-up artists, hairstylists, and wardrobe and clohing designers to work together to produce amazing art.

This shoot was fantastic. The house was amazing and there were enough styles to go around.

I took exactly 1200 shots at the shoot, and due to computer problems have only processed a few. So, here is a sample, but prepare for more! :)

DC

2008-02-19T20:01:00.004-05:00

Some colorized shots from DC today..

mini-horse!

2008-02-18T16:33:00.004-05:00

My life was pretty much made complete by the fact that I saw a mini-horse today. Come on everyone, it's time for a collective "awwwwwwww".

2008-02-17T15:59:00.003-05:00

My husband bought me lilies for Valentine's day, and they are BEAUTIFUL. They've finally bloomed quite a bit, and I thought I'd share.

2008-02-12T18:53:00.000-05:00

I'm going on a fantastic shoot in Philadelphia on the 23rd! A bunch of photographers and models will meet together to create fantastic art that benefits both the models and the photographers' portfolios! I'm very much looking forward to it.

My new website is up! www.laurenhefner.com has been revamped. Stay tuned for the new html/dial up friendly portion, as well.

Nags Head, NC

2008-01-23T09:58:00.000-05:00

I took this picture while on a trip with friends to Nags Head, North Carolina.

Charleston, SC

2008-01-05T09:48:00.000-05:00

My husband and I went on a trip with m y family to Charleston and Folly Beach, South Carolina for New Years.

Some pictures!

A walk around the neighborhood

2007-11-24T09:53:00.000-05:00

On Thanksgiving, my husband Brian and I went on a long walk around our neighborhood. It was 70 degrees outside in the DC area!

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

2007-10-20T10:00:00.000-04:00

From a trip in October to Grand Cayman:

This isn't very interesting, but I loved our hotel room!

I tried absynthe. It was disgusting.

What I will NEVER do.

2007-09-13T08:51:00.000-04:00

For a bit of humor in my new blog, take a look at this list of "Great Olan Mills Photos" - it's hilarious!

http://listoftheday.blogspot.com/2007/09/great-olan-mills-photos.html

Happy Anniversary!

2007-09-10T09:04:00.000-04:00

Today is my first wedding anniversary! In memory, I wanted to post some pictures that I took on our honeymoon, at the Breezes resort in Curacao. I highly recommend the resort; we had a fantastic time!

Out of the plane window:

They had a trapeze “arena” right outside of our window!

Julio Iglesias has a house in the most expensive part of Curacao..

The city itself was beautiful!

Thanks for looking!

Lauren

My new blog!

2007-09-09T08:53:00.000-04:00

Well, here’s my new blog! So many professional photographers have blogs, which they use to showcase their photography. I want to make this a bit more than that – I want to show you pictures that I take day-to-day, but also help you to get to know me a little. If I’m going to be around to capture some of the most important moments of your life, then you should be comfortable with me!

If you have any questions at all about me, or my blog, visit my web page at www.laurenhefner.com or feel free to drop me an email at lauren@laurenhefner.com.

Lauren