A wedding is more than a one-day affair. It’s months of exploring, planning, and executing things that dreams are made of. It's a commitment for life to be there by the side of your partner, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish. And Bluemont Vineyard is the perfect place to say your wedding vows to your soulmate, right in the lap of nature, wrapped in a blanket of elegance. 

For over 12 years, Bluemont Vineyard has served the city of Washington DC and its suburbs like Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Annapolis, Stone Ridge, Brooklyn, and many more. The breathtaking views of the Loudoun Valley, lush, green vines, gorgeous blooms, and a rustic barn wait for you at the Bluemont Vineyard to be a part of the happiest day of your life.

Bluemont Vineyard offers a unique experience of intimate celebrations, located in Bluemont in Virginia, which is just an hour from the hustle and bustle of Downtown Washington DC. So, it is neither too far from the city but still away from the cacophony of it, it’s the best of both worlds. In fact, it's a whole new world! 

If you are a newly engaged couple, everything related to your wedding will require a lot of thinking. A wedding not only is a union of two souls, but it also encompasses the hows. How you pick that perfect wedding invite, how you take into consideration the season and timing of your wedding with respect to decor and well being of the guests, how is every little detail carrying their essence - a wedding is made up of all this and so many other things. Therefore, making a wedding checklist is a great way to start with it. 

A vital part of your wedding checklist and wedding day is the wedding venue. Finding the perfect wedding venue not only makes your wedding dreams come alive but also says a lot about your personality as a couple. Our Washington DC photographers love to shoot at this spectacular wedding venue which is just 30 minutes from the Dulles Airport and only a 15-minute drive from Leesburg. Bluemont Vineyard is a family-run vineyard that is nestled in the rolling hills of the first ridge of Blue Ridge Mountains with gorgeous views of the distant Tysons Corner. 

Bluemont Vineyard is a magical place to transform the blend of romance, wedding celebrations, and the soul of your love story into the most precious wedding keepsake of your big day - your wedding photos. Looking every bit like a work of art, your Bluemont wedding photography would be your portal to hop back into time and relive your wedding day. This Washington DC wedding venue can accommodate up to 200 guests, offering a classic Northern Virginia vineyard wedding celebration. 

Let’s shed some light on the event spaces that this amazing Washington DC wedding venue has to offer. 

Leaving you spellbound with its jaw-dropping views of the Loudoun Valley, Bluemont Vineyard makes a striking first impression! If you are planning to have a first look or a no-look first look, this Washington DC wedding venue can make it difficult for you to choose from! The patio, the stairs, the lush vines, the scenic lawns, and the gazebo are just some of the spots at the top of our minds.  

If you have always wanted an Al Fresco wedding, one of the dreamiest and most romantic experiences on earth, Bluemont Vineyard is the place for you. An outdoor wedding ceremony in the lawns as the Loudoun Valley and brick walls make the most breathtaking backdrops for an ethereal outdoor ceremony. You could design your wedding arbor in a way that would blend in with the surroundings. Imagine walking down the aisle with your father, as your man waits for you under the wedding arch, with a tear trying to roll out of his eye. The entire Loudoun Valley along with gorgeous skies plays a witness to your wedding vows. All the elements create a fairytale magic for your outdoor DC wedding photography. Nature hugs you as you say your wedding vows and have your first kiss, and it feels surreal. Outdoor weddings ensure an abundance of natural light and the sun’s warm glow provides angelic touch to your wedding photos. And if it rains on your wedding day, do not be disheartened. Rain is synonymous with romance and our Washington DC wedding photographers just know exactly how to transform your rainy wedding day into an epitome of romance in the form of artistic romantic photos, Take a cue from our blog. 

The rustic barn is a great place to host your wedding reception. It is as chic as it is rustic and can beautifully be decorated according to the style of the newly engaged couple. The barn, also known as the Stable, has two wooden stories with exposed beams and climate-climate controlled features. You can also have your wedding ceremony here, at the Stable for a more rustic look of your Bluemont Vineyard wedding photography. Adorned with twinkling fairy lights, the barn lends a dreamy look to your wedding celebration. You could have a little touch of glam on your sweetheart table for adding a contrasting element of glamor to all the rusticity. Barn weddings have a lot of scope when it comes to weddings as the barns can be decorated in such a way that they breathe out class and sophistication while breathing in rusticity and elegance. Rustic wedding signs are an ideal way of adding an element of whimsy to the entire look. And if your wedding falls around the winter months, the barn provides a perfectly cozy environment indoors with its climate-controlled feature. You could even add monograms and initials to the wedding decor inside the barn for spicing up the glam quotient. Take a look at our blog for more ideas. 

If you are worried about getting those dreamy outdoor shots, there’s a lot you can do. The bride and groom can venture out in the open for some spectacular romantic wedding photography amidst the scenic views of treetops and rolling hills as they are a complete mandate, for an iconic Washington DC wedding photography! Check out our blog on how to dress for your winter wedding and brave the cold with utmost grace! 

The outdoors at the Bluemont Vineyard are too good to be true. The rolling hills in the background make the most stunning backdrops for your wedding photography, be it with your bridal party, your father or mother, or your romantic portraits with your partner. They are also perfectly suited for your first look, if you wish to have one. 

This wedding venue is an ideal place for a couple who wants to have their own personal touch in everything. If you wish your creative edge to take charge with plenty of DIYs, this is your place. Be it the seating, wedding arbor, name tags, and whatnot, you get plenty of options to play with here, after all, it is your wedding day! 

If you wish to explore other areas in Washington and its suburbs for your DC post-wedding photography, there are various options for you. These places also serve as ideal locations for Washington DC pre-wedding photos. The Rock Creek Park, Sugarloaf Mountain, National Harbor, Potomac River, Meridian Hill Park, and Hains Point are just some of the places you could go up to for romantic DC engagement photography.

Apart from these, we have curated a detailed list of places where you can hop to for a classic Washington DC post-wedding photography or pre-wedding photography. These places are roughly an hour away from the wedding venue, however, nothing beats them when it comes to iconic Washington DC post-wedding photography and Washington DC pre-wedding photography.  Read on to know more. 

Gateway Park

Located about an hour from the wedding venue, the Gateway Park is all tranquil and serene. Wonderful to spend quality time with your husband after a busy wedding day. As you both try to catch a breath in the solitude, revel in the glorious feeling of being newly-married, our professional wedding photographers in DC suburbs would try to capture the most romantic and soulful shots of the evening! The serene greens provide a perfect balance to your roaring love for each other and calm your senses, hypes from the blissful events that unfolded during the entire day. The lush greens coupled with subtle blooms also make for vibrant backdrops for your DC engagement photography. 

Harbor View

Once you are done with your wedding reception and have a great wedding exit, hop to the Harbor View, which is just a little bit more than an hour from the wedding venue. The sunset and waterfront come together to give some of the most breathtaking shots in the entire city. For couples looking for some romantic DC engagement photo session, the waterfront at the Harbor View is your place. This serene riverside makes for a great location for a romantic Washington DC pre-wedding photo session. If your doggo wasn’t able to attend your wedding, you certainly include him on your wedding day by letting him be a part of your Harbor View post-wedding photoshoot or Harbor View engagement session. You could even have a food-inspired engagement photoshoot, click here for more ideas. 

Meridian Hill Park

Another one located about an hour’s drive from the Bluemont Vineyard is the Meridian Hill Park, which is known for its scenic backdrops. The cozy winding roads, cascading fountains, and pebble stoned walls form iconic backdrops for a classic Washington DC post-wedding photography at the Meridian Hill Park. The lush greens coupled with vintage architecture at this park, also make for a great backdrop for some romantic DC engagement photography. The staircase calls for intimate sit-down portraits, so you get a vibrant rug as a prop! Make sure you aim for golden hour photography as that makes the photos light up with subtle hues of a heavenly amber. This 12-acre urban park also features statues that can play great props for your post-wedding photography and engagement session in DC. 

National Portrait Gallery

This one is among the closest post-wedding photography locations for you to reach from Bluemont Vineyard. Located an hour away from it, the National Portrait Gallery is for those couples who want to garnish their wedding photography with a touch of classic Washington DC history. The entry to the gallery is free and if you don’t have much energy left after your hectic day, that might just be enough! Our professional wedding photographers in Washington DC suburbs absolutely love the grandeur of the exteriors and glamor of the interiors that reside in this gallery.  Those newly engaged couples who wish to include a little bit of American history in their Washington DC engagement photography, they could also head to the National Portrait Gallery for some of the most vibrant and artistic backdrops for unique engagement photos. And the glittery connection between the East and the West wings - absolute favorites of our Washington DC engagement photographers. 

Lincoln Memorial

Located about an hour away from the wedding venue, you could head to the Lincoln Memorial, for a stunning golden hour post-wedding photography. In case you are visiting this place for your engagement photo session, make sure you stay till the sunset. The changing hues of the sky reflect beautifully on the water behind and form the most romantic background to capture your love. The nearby attractions like the Tidal Basin and the Aquatic Gardens are also great for romantic photography. The Tidal Basin is the best place for classic romantic engagement photography in DC. But, it's the best during spring when the entire place is lit up with gorgeous cherry blossoms all around! The dreamy cherry blossoms coupled with a unique depth added by the water in the background is what dreams are made of! The Aquatic Gardens, on the other hand, basks in the glory of blooming lotus and water lilies all-around and during the winters. 

Whether you get your post-wedding photo session at one of these locations or the wedding venue, our professional wedding photographers will create magic with their lenses. Your love story and wedding day will be captured as things keep unfolding throughout your big day and St. Francis Hall is the perfect place to experience the magic of your wedding. Trust our Washington DC suburbs wedding photographers to capture all the nuances, raw emotions, every little tear, every joy accompanied by smiles and laughter of your wedding day, and relive your happiest day anytime you want! 

We at George Street Photo & Video provide an exceptionally talented wedding photography team and highly competitive packages, starting from USD 1,500. Click to know more about our wide range of wedding photography and video packages by scheduling an appointment with us!