Business Details
19 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding & Portrait Photographer in Warrenton, VA
Founded in 2007 by award-winning photojournalist Jud McCrehin, our studio specializes in capturing authentic moments through wedding, engagement, family, senior, and headshot photography. With over 34 years of professional experience, including 17 years as a visuals editor at USA TODAY, we bring a photojournalistic approach that prioritizes unguarded emotional honesty and natural storytelling. Our work spans Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., Maryland, and destination locations, consistently delivering 1,000+ images from weddings and 150+ from portrait sessions.We utilize backup equipment to ensure reliability and provide online galleries for easy viewing within two weeks. Our founder's background covering global events for major publications informs our ability to capture dynamic, meaningful moments without intrusion, as evidenced by numerous client testimonials praising our professionalism and artistic quality.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Senior Photography
Professional Headshots
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 34+ years of professional photojournalism experience from USA TODAY and global assignments
- Our unobtrusive style captures candid moments without disrupting events
- We guarantee delivery of 1,000+ wedding images and 150+ portrait session images
- We provide same-day headshot delivery and two-week turnaround for events
- We use professional backup equipment to ensure zero technical failures
What people say
Fantastic photographer
Beautiful photos
Amazing photographer
Unobtrusive style
Quick turnaround
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography captures authentic moments through a photojournalistic approach, documenting ceremonies and celebrations without intrusion. With 17+ years of experience at USA TODAY, we deliver 1,000+ high-quality images that showcase genuine emotions and interactions. Clients receive a comprehensive online gallery within two weeks, featuring both candid moments and requested formal shots.
Engagement Sessions
Engagement photography sessions focus on capturing natural interactions between couples in meaningful locations. We provide 150+ professionally edited images within two weeks, ideal for save-the-date cards, social media sharing, or personal keepsakes. Our approach helps clients feel comfortable while creating lasting memories of their relationship journey.
Family Portraits
Family photography sessions document genuine connections across generations, from newborns to grandparents. We specialize in creating vibrant, emotionally rich images that reflect family dynamics. Sessions typically yield 150+ images, with flexible scheduling options including holiday sessions and special occasion documentation.
Senior Photography
Senior photography captures milestone achievements with personalized sessions that highlight individual personalities. We provide 150+ images showcasing both traditional and creative poses, with options for location variety and wardrobe changes. Images are delivered within two weeks for timely graduation announcements and keepsakes.
Professional Headshots
Headshot photography services deliver professional portraits for business profiles, social media, and marketing materials. We offer same-day sessions with 40+ images to choose from, focusing on creating polished yet natural representations of professionals across industries. Sessions include lighting adjustments and basic retouching.
People
Jud McCrehin
Owner & Photographer
Award-winning photojournalist with 34+ years experience, including 17 years at USA TODAY. Specializes in authentic storytelling through photography, covering weddings, portraits, and global events. Holds degree in photojournalism from University of Missouri-Columbia.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in photojournalistic storytelling that captures authentic, unposed moments while also providing requested formal compositions.
How many images can I expect from my session?
Weddings typically receive 1,000+ images, portrait sessions 150+, with headshots delivered same-day containing 40+ images.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Based in Warrenton, VA, we photograph events throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and accept destination assignments globally.
How quickly will I receive my photographs?
Portrait and wedding images are delivered through online galleries within two weeks, with headshots available the same day.
What equipment do you use?
Professional-grade digital cameras with backup systems, including multiple lenses and lighting equipment to ensure consistent quality.
Can I request specific types of photographs?
Yes, we welcome client input while leveraging our expertise to capture spontaneous moments that tell complete stories.
