THE JOURNAL

Amy and Peter had a beautiful wedding at the Osprey’s Golf Club, Belmont Bay, Virginia. Amy, I love your dress! The back is gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! Love Letter by Victor Hugo was read during the ceremony: When two souls, which have sought each other for, however long in the throng, have finally found each other […]

Erin and Kevin were married at the Dahlgren Chapel of the Sacred Heart at Georgetown University. But first, Erin and her bridesmaids got ready in the Georgetown Hotel with help from Emily Huggins Makeup. Erin’s Mom gave her this very special rosary along with some family heirlooms just before the ceremony. Erin picked the perfect […]

Terra and Eric had a beautiful D.C. wedding! The day began with a ceremony at the Church of the Holy City – 1611 16th Street. Terra and Eric live in D.C. and have always admired and enjoyed Meridian Hill Park as if it was their own secret treasure. The view from the fountain in front […]

Welcome to the Jessica Schmitt photography blog! I’m Jessica Schmitt, a documentary-style wedding and event photographer in the Washington, DC metro area. I work and live in Odenton, Maryland with my husband, Eric Swartz, who is my best friend, partner and often my second shooter. For me, one of the most satisfying achievements is capturing […]