The Lovelace Story
Your wedding doesn't have to be big to be unforgettable.
The Lovelace Story is for couples choosing to celebrate in a way that feels personal.
A courthouse ceremony followed by portraits through the city. A candlelit dinner with your favorite people. A backyard filled with family. A garden ceremony. A weekend away. A beautiful little restaurant where everyone you love fits around one table.
Whatever your day looks like, I'm there to document the big moments, the tiny details, and everything happening in between.
The result is a gallery that feels like your wedding, while still looking like art.
Your story, authentically
THE EXPERIENCE
Documentary moments. Editorial portraits. Your actual story.
You don't need to know what to do in front of the camera.
I'll give you direction when you need it and space when you don't, creating a balance of beautifully composed portraits and genuine moments as they unfold.
Expect imagery that feels romantic, intentional, warm, and alive.
No hours of stiff posing.
No turning your wedding into a photoshoot.
Just thoughtful photography that lets you experience your day while making sure you look incredible doing it.
FOR THE INTIMATE ONES
The Lovelace Story specializes in celebrations where connection comes first.
Courthouse + City Elopements
Say "I do," then spend the afternoon wandering the city together for editorial newlywed portraits.
Intimate Weddings
Backyards, gardens, private estates, restaurants, and meaningful spaces filled with your closest people.
Wedding Celebrations
Welcome dinners, post-wedding parties, bridal portraits, anniversary celebrations, and all the reasons to get dressed up and celebrate your love again.
Photography + Content
Add wedding-day content creation for candid vertical video and behind-the-scenes moments you can relive and share almost immediately.
Meet the Photographer
Hey, my name is Tiara Castillo
I'm a photographer, storyteller, and romantic who believes some of the most meaningful photographs happen when you've almost forgotten the camera is there.
My approach combines gentle direction with observation. I'll help you find beautiful light, guide you into movement that feels natural, fix the little details, and then step back when the moment deserves to simply happen.
I want you to remember what your wedding looked like.
But even more than that, I want your photographs to bring you right back to how it felt.
YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS SHOULD FEEL LIKE YOU.
A little romantic.
A little editorial.
Full of movement, connection, celebration, and the people you couldn't imagine the day without.
If you're planning an intimate wedding, elopement, courthouse ceremony, or celebration in the DMV or beyond, I'd love to hear what you're dreaming up.
Tell me your story.
The Lovelace Story Experiences Starting at $1,800
Intimate Wedding + Elopement Photography
Washington, DC • Virginia • Maryland • Available for travel