It was such a pleasure celebrating these high school sweethearts as they became husband and wife this past winter! Growing up, I met Kerigan + Trevor as individuals, and I can say with joy that they bring out the absolute best in one another. They have a beautiful future ahead and I can’t wait to continue to watch them grow together. I love you two! Xoxo, Vanessa The Vendor Team: Photographer: Vanessa Bennish Photography | Getting Ready Venue: Brooklyn Meadows | Wedding Venue: The Fountains | Flowers: Lings Moments | Cake: Baked Dessert Cafe | Hair Stylist: Amber Lewis | Makeup Artist: Amber ..read more

Macy + Jake’s couples water session at Paint Branch Stream Valley Park was everything my summer-loving heart needed! This creek is right off of a walking trail right next to my home, where my husband and I take frequent trips. Every time I had passed this spot, I dreamt up a shoot here, and these two finally made my wish come true. Macy + Jake are so sweet together and I’m grateful to have been able to document their love in the coolest way ever! Xoxo, Vanessa Interested in booking a session? Contact me here ..read more

My heart was SO happy when Jonathan contacted me to capture his surprise proposal to Rachel atop Federal Hill Park. His plan went off seamlessly, and Rachel was completely surprised, making for the absolute sweetest reaction ever. Plus, getting to sneak around like a spy was pretty darn fun, haha! These two are clearly made for one another and I’m so grateful that I got to capture this incredible milestone in their love story. Congratulations Jonathan + Rachel! Xoxo, Vanessa Interested in booking a session? Contact me here ..read more

Working with Emily + Sandra on their engagement session at Sandy Point State Park was truly a 2020 highlight for me! These two have such an awesome love and the sweetest personalities to match. I can’t wait to celebrate alongside them at their October wedding! Xoxo, Vanessa PS—these two legally tied the knot last year, so I even got to tag along for some precious pre-wedding portraits in Downtown Annapolis! So special. Interested in booking a session? Contact me here ..read more

I had an absolute blast working with Rachel + Blaine on their engagements and wedding portraits at Soldiers Delight Natural Environment Area! These two were married in a small private ceremony shortly prior to our session, and reached out to have this incredibly special time in their lives documented. These sessions are always a huge honor to me, as my husband and I did the same! Everybody deserves these milestones captured, and Rachel + Blaine, I’m so beyond thankful you chose me to capture your love. You’re the best! Xoxo, Vanessa Interested in booking a portrait session? Co ..read more

Amanda + Brian’s wedding day at Lighthouse Sound was as thoughtful and beautiful as they come. Their day was filled with personalized touches that tugged straight at my heart strings. From privately read vows, to family ceremony participation, cocktails named after their kitties, and so much more—this day was just so darn special. Not to mention the kind and wonderful souls that these two are. Amanda + Brian, you have a beautiful marriage ahead. I’m so grateful I got to play a part in capturing this chapter. Xoxo, Vanessa The Vendor Team: Photography: Vanessa Bennish Photography | Venue: The ..read more

Kiara + Marlon’s Patapsco Valley State Park engagement session was one for the books! These two rolled up looking like actual supermodels—with hearts of gold and the sweetest love to match. Add Patapsco’s gorgeous waterfall + creek views, and I was in photog heaven. Kiara + Marlon, thank you for welcoming me into this amazing chapter of your love story! I can’t wait to capture your wedding day in October! Xoxo, Vanessa Interested in booking a session? Contact me here ..read more

Lauren + Nick’s Matapeake Clubhouse and Beach microwedding was straight out of a fairytale! Taking place on New Year’s day, this was the perfect way to bring in 2021. We began the day capturing portraits at Terrapin Beach Park, then proceeded to Matapeake for their beautiful, intimate marriage ceremony atop the porch of a sweet Victorian home. Just before their ceremony, the sky opened up and rained good luck on their union. Neither the figurative storm of 2020 nor the literal rain storm on their intimate wedding day could stop this sweet couple from JOYOUSLY celebrating their love. On one of ..read more

Where to begin! Julia has captured all of my most precious milestones, and has been one of my absolute biggest inspirations in the photography world since day one. So when she reached out to little old ME about photographing her pregnancy with her sweet little girl at Historic Shady Lane, my heart skipped a beat (or twelve). What a true dream and honor. To the Kitchen family, I love and adore ya. Can’t wait to meet your newest world changer. Xoxo, Vanessa Interested in booking a session? Contact me here ..read more

Erika + Marty’s Kurtz’s Beach winter wedding was straight out of a fairytale. It’s so clear that these two are in love with their very best friend, and it shone through every sweet aspect of their day. From handwritten letters, to doggy snuggles, family heirlooms, and very dear friends, this day was full of beautiful details and memories that I will never ever forget. Erika + Marty, I’m forever grateful to have had the opportunity to capture your love story! Wishing you a marriage FULL to the brim of joy + adventure. Xoxo, Vanessa The Vendor Team: Photography: Vanessa Bennish Photography | V ..read more