Maria and Andrew’s wedding at St. Francis Hall in Washington, D.C. felt calm, meaningful, and very true to who they are as a couple. The entire day had a steady, grounded energy that made it easy to focus on what mattered most, the people around them and the moments as they happened.
They began the day at Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Washington, D.C. Their ceremony felt traditional and reverent without feeling heavy. There was a quietness to it that naturally slowed everything down. When Maria walked down the aisle and they exchanged vows, it felt intentional and sincere with family and friends fully present throughout.
One detail that stood out right away was the bridal party. The bridesmaid each chose mismatched, colorful and it worked in a really natural way. It didn’t feel overly coordinated or styled for the sake of photos. Instead, it felt like each person could show up as themselves while still fitting into the overall feel of the day. The colors added energy to the portraits.
After the ceremony, the celebration continued at St. Francis Hall in Washington, D.C. The space has a simple, historic feel that doesn’t need much added to it. It already carries a lot of character on its own. Once everyone arrived, the atmosphere loosened up in a really comfortable way.
One of the most memorable parts of the day was Maria and Andrew’s first dance. As ballroom dancers, they moved with a lot of ease and control, but it still felt grounded and personal. It wasn’t about performance, it was just the two of them moving together in a way that clearly comes from years of shared experience.
Throughout the day, they stayed present and unhurried. They moved through each part of the day without forcing anything, taking time for portraits, greeting guests, and pausing when they needed to.
By the end of the day, what stood out most was how consistent the tone of the wedding felt from beginning to end. It was steady, relaxed, and centered around the people who mattered most.
From Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church to St. Francis Hall, their Washington, D.C. wedding reflected a day that was very thoughtful.
Venue: St. Francis Hall
Photographer: Eileen Pi Photography
