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A CLASSIC AND ELEGANT BALLROOM WEDDING AT THE JEFFERSON HOTEL

ASHLEY & BOBBIE Our couples love story begins with a deserted snow covered road near the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. A heavy snowfall left many students to abandon their cars on the side of the ride and return home. One of these cars just happened to belong to Bobbie’s roommate. So without thought, Bobbie, […]

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TAYLOR | A BEAUTIFUL VIRGINIA BEACH BOUDOIR SESSION

A Fine Art Virginia Beach Bridal Boudoir Session A romantic bridal boudoir session is what our client Taylor desired for her upcoming wedding day. Although this boudoir session was a beautiful way to honor and celebrate her upcoming wedding she always desired to create a beautiful boudoir album as a wedding gift for her soon […]

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A Beautiful Big Spring Farm Wedding | Lauren + Danielle

Lauren & Danielle A lovely wedding in the mountains of Lexington Virginia On a beautiful spring afternoon Lauren and Danielle planned an intimate romantic outdoor wedding ceremony on the grounds of the lovely Big Spring Farms property in Lexington, Virginia.  Lauren was all smiles on her wedding day, and couldn’t wait to marry the love of […]

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ULTRA MODERN + ROMANTIC “TIL DEATH” NEON SIGN BALTIMORE WEDDING

LUSH FLORAL AND NEON PINK MODERN BALTIMORE WEDDING SUSIE + SAM   |  ACCELERATOR SPACE Creating a modern and dramatic wedding design is all about setting the mood, and this beautiful design was the epitome of dramatic and moody. The couple blended a mix of feminine touches to this industrial space; with vibrant florals and paired with […]

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A BEAUTIFUL BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF ART WEDDING

A MODERN AND ROMANTIC THAI INSPIRED BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF ART WEDDING SUCHADA & KYE Suchada and Kye wanted their wedding day to feel timeless and elegant. Modern and romantic yet still keeping with their Thai wedding traditions. With the help of Eventi Floral and Events they designed a vibrant spring lush garden inspired wedding at […]

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A REVIEW OF OUR BEAUTIFUL 2018 WEDDING SEASON

A Reflection of our 2018 wedding season What an incredible year we had with our Marie Violet Photography couples!  Last year we travelled extensively across Virginia and the Mid Atlantic for some of the prettiest and most romantic weddings we’ve ever had the pleasure of photographing. We spent many weekends away in Washington D.C, Baltimore […]

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CARA & WILL | A Science Museum of Richmond Wedding

   A Beautiful Fall Science Museum of Richmond Wedding Under a canopy of lush greens and the softest blush pink drapery, our couple Cara & Will recited heartfelt vows to one another at the beautiful Science Museum of Richmond. The grande museum greeted guests warmly and created a beautiful backdrop for our many wedding portraits. […]

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ENGAGEMENTS

A ROMANTIC JEFFERSON MEMORIAL ENGAGEMENT

ISMAELA + SIMON | A ROMANTIC WASHINGTON D.C ENGAGEMENT On a warm fall afternoon I met with Ismaela and Simon for their romantic engagement photo session at the Jefferson Memorial in the heart of Washington D.C. Ismaela wore an elegant blue ballgown that paired beautifully with Simon’s tuxedo. With the beautiful architecture as our backdrop, […]

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10 ESSENTIAL WEDDING DAY TIPS FOR THE BRIDE AND GROOM

As a wedding photographer, my goal is to ensure that our couples look and feel relaxed and beautiful in front of the camera as well as being fully prepared so that all aspects of the wedding day unfold smoothly. Usually 7-10 days before the big day, I will send a list to our bride and […]

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BRIDAL

A PARISIAN INSPIRED BRIDAL PORTRAIT SESSION

It was a beautiful spring day when I greeted Anya and her mother Phoebe outside the beautiful grounds of Lynn Acres in Smithfield, Virginia. The air was warm, and the sun was shining as we entered the beautiful bridal suite and gazed upon how lovely this space indeed was. The warm sunlight pouring into the window space […]

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A CASUALLY CHIC AND ROMANTIC RICHMOND ENGAGEMENT

Cara & Will A Downtown Richmond Engagement Last week I travelled to Richmond Virginia to photograph Cara + Will’s engagement session. They adore their beloved city and often spend their weekends here by the water taking in the sights and walking their sweet puppy, Jaxs.  We spent the afternoon together and despite the blistering winds […]

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HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR UPCOMING ENGAGEMENT SESSION

Creating beautiful and romantic engagement photography sessions.  Spring is just around the corner and that means it’s engagement session once again. I absolutely adore these sessions with our couples because it’s allows us to spend time together and this is the perfect opportunity to address any posing (…like “what do I do with my hands?”) […]

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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT 
MALIE

Adores long weekends with the family poolside, dog lover, and famous Mojito maker. Barefoot gardener, skincare junkie.

As a wedding photographer with over a decade of experience, I love to create beautiful, timeless imagery that captures all the emotions and feelings of the day. From the joyful to the sentimental, and the spontaneous once-in-a-lifetime moments that happen. I pour my heart and soul into each couple to ensure their wedding day is everything they dreamed and more.

I'm originally from Southeastern Canada and have settled in Virginia with my hsuband and three children. When I'm not behind the camera, you will happily find me in my garden or hosting an intimate dinner party. My friends will tell you I make the best mojito. And I've fallen in love with the art of sourdough. I'm a Libra-a hopeless romantic, and I believe that family is everything. And I will always think that retiring to Tuscany, Italy, and restoring an old villa in the countryside is a good idea.

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