hiba & sajid: virginia engagement photographer

May 10, 2010 | Filed Under engagements 

it wasn’t until after hiba had signed me on as her engagement party photographer that i found out i already kind of knew her in-laws – more specifically, her fiance’s brother’s wife is a friend of mine. but even without that bit of serendipity, hiba’s family made me feel so welcome at their home that i would have had a blast anyway :) hiba’s family and friends decorated their basement with simple elegance – in colors matching hiba’s dress – to celebrate the couple’s engagement with just those closest to them. it was a pleasure for me to be a part of this ceremony, and absolutely my honor to be trusted with capturing it. hiba’s makeup and hair were beautifully done by the talented oriana.

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23 Responses to “hiba & sajid: virginia engagement photographer”

  1. nsk on May 10th, 2010 1:38 pm

    beautiful pics ayesha!! her shoes are so hot!

  2. Vida Carson on May 10th, 2010 2:02 pm

    Ayesha! Such an awesome eye for detail :D you’re amazing, girl.

  3. Ben Godkin on May 10th, 2010 2:25 pm

    What a wonderful and intimate wedding! You captured some great moments and loved ones here.

  4. Krista Yagci on May 10th, 2010 2:25 pm

    Masha Allah! Wow. That’s all I can say. I’m in awe of your skills and I pray everyday that I can enhance my craft to 1/2 your skill level! Aside from your skill, what a beautiful couple. I love how they decorated and I can’t believe that is in a basement–are you for real? Lovely!

  5. Krista Yagci on May 10th, 2010 2:29 pm

    A question, or two, or three on equipment & lighting: I’ve been trying to find a lens that can do it all, especially give me that Bokeh effect. Your photos are superb. I believe we use different brands of cameras, but I’m still wondering what lenses you carry with you at all times (and which lens created that amazing bokeh on the photos of the lovely blue dress). Also, how was this room lit? Did you use an attached flash? Ohhhhhhh I’m soooooo in love with your work! :)

  6. Heather Parker on May 10th, 2010 2:41 pm

    you have a great mix of photos for this event….

  7. Sophia on May 10th, 2010 4:50 pm

    always so happy to read your blog and that you are pursuing your passion, your talent! your shots are always uniquely capturing the event/ people but at the same time, have a look that is “ayesha.”

  8. Nikki Welch on May 10th, 2010 7:31 pm

    You did a great job! I really love the detail shots. Congrats on a great shoot!

  9. Mona on May 10th, 2010 11:17 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVED IT!!! Every shot, exquisite! You’re amazing!

  10. Avelaine Scyrup on May 11th, 2010 6:00 am

    Another great set! Your macro detail work is absolutely lovely!

  11. Lee on May 11th, 2010 11:12 am

    great candid shots!

  12. matt shumate on May 11th, 2010 11:17 pm

    These are so much fun to look at Ayesha. Every photo had something new to see. Impressive.

  13. Emily Antoon on May 12th, 2010 5:24 pm

    Congratulations to you both! What a beautiful engagement. I love all the pics of the monkey and I am so happy for the two of you:-)

  14. Mahroo on May 17th, 2010 1:46 pm

    Ayesha .. LOVEE the pics! What lens were you using throughout? Also .. WHAT A SMall world .. seriously!!! The groom is in my cousin’s in-laws!! CRAAAZZY and she told me she was going to the engagement!! hah!! anyway . JOB well done!! :)

  15. Leon Steber on May 18th, 2010 7:54 am

    These are so wonderful – so much colour in the details and so many wonderful portraits. Wonderful job Ayesha.

  16. Ruchi on May 24th, 2010 9:16 pm

    Beautiful pictures! Alhamdulillah! You guys looks so cute and happy together. I can’t wait for the wedding!

  17. Rima on May 27th, 2010 4:28 am

    These are awesome Ayesha! and lol at the T-shirt!

  18. Amna Hakim on June 8th, 2010 4:29 pm

    Ayesha these are beautiful!!!! you captured the details and the event soo beautifully!!! masha’Allah!!!

  19. Zoshia Minto on June 16th, 2010 4:22 pm

    Great photos Ayesha…and they’re a cute couple! :)

  20. Fern Ragan on August 3rd, 2010 5:06 pm

    Sajid,

    These pictures are absolutely stunning! Your future bride is beautiful! I am delighted that I will be invited to the wedding, and I have already entered the date on my calendar. John won’t be attending. He has been having eye problems, and he has a surgery scheduled just a few days before your wedding. He won’t attend if he has to wear a patch. There will definitely be ONE Ragan there!

    Love and congratulations…your English teacher and ACC coach

    Mrs. Fern Ragan

  21. Wanda Harris on August 20th, 2010 8:20 am

    Mrs. Ragan sent me the site to see your pictures. You are a handsome young man (of course, you were a good looking boy!) with a beautiful bride. Congratulations.

  22. Tynette Williams on August 30th, 2010 11:49 am

    Absolutely stunning….thanks for sharing Hiba..congrats!

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