Love Stories
Couple's Photos | Engagement Photos
We believe...
Every love story deserves to be captured with authenticity, artistry, and heart.
You have a story — how you met, how you grew together, and how your love continues to deepen. Whether it’s a quiet moment exchanged between soulmates or the laughter that fills the space when you're together, your connection is uniquely yours. That’s what makes it beautiful, and it's that connection that we capture.
With an eye for light, movement, and intimate detail, we tell your love story visually: through glances, gestures, and the moments that say everything. Because long after the day has passed, these couple's photos or engagement photos become your legacy — a reminder of how it feels to be in love.
"This was such a special time for us, we didn't want to be just another customer, and she made us feel like we were her only client."
"Irene was our engagement & wedding photographer, and she was wonderful throughout. We did a sunset engagement photography session on the National Mall, and even though people were looking at us, she made us feel comfortable.
Starting with the very first shot, she made us laugh... she made us feel like we were the only ones there. And as soon as we saw our engagement photos, they were so amazing, we just knew that we would love our wedding photos.
And on the wedding day, Irene was SO respectful that we didn't even feel her there. So afterwards, we were amazed when we saw our wedding photos and realized that even though it hadn't felt like she was taking pictures, she actually had been there capturing every moment.
Overall, one of the best things about Irene is that everything is very personal. This was such a special time for us, we didn't want to be just another customer, and she made us feel like we were her only client. Our photos are perfect. We recommend Irene to everyone. And if you hire her, in addition to beautiful images, you'll get a friend in return."
-- Karla & Albert Jimenez, Fairfax, VA, Engagement Photography & Wedding Photography Client
Whether you didn’t have a wedding celebration, or your big day didn’t go quite as planned, we’re here to create beautiful bridal portraits for you now, whether it's 10 days or 10 years later.
"I will definitely be returning to Irene in the future for all the special moments I want to capture on film!"
"I used Irene for the second time this year to take some bridal portraits. I was not completely satisfied with my wedding photos and was disappointed with how few bride and groom portraits were taken the day of my wedding. It also rained the day of my wedding so our setting was not ideal.
I called Irene the day after I received my wedding photos, upset and almost in tears because of the disappointment I had with my photos. She immediately reassured me she could capture what I wanted, which was more formal, intimate photographs of me and my husband and, particularly, a bridal portrait that showed the amazing detail on my dress and veil.
She quickly scheduled a bridal session for us and within a few weeks, I had so many amazing, creative photos of me! I will definitely be returning to Irene in the future for all the special moments I want to capture on film!
-- Taylor & Dan Swing, Halethorpe, MD, Boudoir Photography & Bridal Portrait Client
We believe...
Your love story shouldn't be relegated to a sad life on a hard drive.
Yes, digital files are important, which is why we always include the digital file with all ordered couple's photos and engagement photos.
But at the same time, the true essence of photography lies in the power of the printed portrait.
When your engagement photos or couple’s photos live only on a hard drive or in the cloud, they’re sadly easy to forget. But when you fill your home with tangible artwork, you get to experience the love you share every single day.
Imagine waking up in the morning, making coffee together, and catching sight of the canvas wall art in your kitchen—reminding you of the way your partner looks at you when you laugh.
Imagine coming home after a long day, sinking into the couch, and seeing the framed wall art from your couples photoshoot—reliving the excitement, anticipation, and tenderness of that season in your lives.
Imagine hosting friends or family, and someone notices the folio box of matted engagement photos on your coffee table. You open it together, flipping through the images, and feel that rush of gratitude that you found your person.
Again… and again… and again… you’re reminded of the love, joy, and connection that make your story so uniquely yours.
Let's decorate your home with love.
Meet Irene
Photography has enriched my life in the most incredible way because I've found that capturing beautiful couple's photos and engagement photos is my true calling!
Through my years as a professional photographer, I’ve learned that many adults feel uneasy in front of the camera. Perhaps you're self-conscious about certain physical features, and you're uncomfortable with the idea of an engagement photoshoot or a couples photoshoot. I understand!
Remember, this season of your lives is special and will never come again. Don’t miss out on celebrating your journey and who you are together right now because you're waiting for the “perfect” you. To your partner, you are already perfect!
What's more, you have ME, and I’m confident we can make both of you look not just amazing but absolutely STUNNING!
I firmly believe that every person deserves to feel beautiful, empowered, and confident. Every couple deserves engagement photos or couple's photos that honor their love story and reflect their unique spirit. You and your partner deserve to fill your home with love and to create a portrait legacy that will be cherished for generations.
Let’s create couple's photos or engagement photos together that you will treasure and proudly share for years to come!
HOW IT ALL WORKS
We're here to guide you from start to finish.
A personalized engagement or couples photoshoot experience is what true luxury is all about!
Discovery Call & Booking
You will begin with a telephone consultation with Irene to learn about your desired style and goals for your engagement or couples photoshoot. By the end of the call, we'll know whether we're the right fit for each other and can proceed with booking your photography session!
Style & Concept Meeting
This is our time to really get to know each other, brainstorm together, and fully plan out your engagement or couples photoshoot. Irene will help you select the ideal location and wardrobe, and even take a look at the spaces in your home where you might like to hang one or more couple's photos or engagement photos. This is how we're sure to come out of your photography session with some amazing pieces of artwork that'll look fabulous hanging on your walls. We're all about making this entire process completely stress-free!
Engagement or Couples Photoshoot
We like to keep our photography sessions fun and relaxed. Whether outdoors or indoors at our photography studio, we'll guide you into poses and moments to help you look your very best in all your couple's photos or engagement photos.
Did you know we also travel for couple's and engagement photoshoots? Going on vacation to an amazing picturesque location? We'll go with you and capture the fun and fabulous memories for you to treasure forever.
Reveal & Ordering Appointment
This is the hardest part, but oh what excitement! You'll ooh and aah as your fabulous couple's photos or engagement photos are revealed, and Irene will be your interior designer, helping you pick the perfect frames and design the perfect groupings of artwork for your walls. We can't say it enough times - it's all about decorating your home with love!
"Irene makes regular folks look classy and beautiful."
"Irene Abdou is a wonder. The world isn’t full of classically beautiful people – but Irene makes regular folks look classy and beautiful. My husband and I went to her for post-elopement wedding portraits and also had her shoot professional headshots. Five stars on steroids! She did an absolutely splendid job."
--Julie & Fred Hamilton, Germantown, MD
Over-the-Moon Couple
"She wove our story out of light and captured our special moments in a way that makes us relive them over and over again."
"Irene is fantastic. I am a professional photographer. I chose Irene because I knew 100% that she would deliver above and beyond my expectations. As a professional, I was completely impressed. As a customer, I was well taken care of. And as a person, my wife and I feel Irene has forged a connection with us that will keep us coming back as our family blossoms in the future."
--Tony & Jackie Ventouris, Silver Spring, MD
Elated Engagement Photo, Wedding Photography, and Boudoir Photography Client
Don't waste another moment, because moments that go by can never be recaptured.
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Irene Abdou Photography, LLC