Secret Garden Engagement Shoot

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Alexis and Dominick wanted a secret garden vibe for their engagement session with Ariel Moriah Photography, and they definitely got it! From vine-covered walls to lush lavender wisteria, to a real life Lover’s Lane, this secret garden photo session has it all.

Engagement shoot at dumbarton oaks gardens

Engagement shoot at dumbarton oaks gardens

The couple stop on one of the many secluded pathways that wind through the property. They wanted Bridgerton vibes, and this photo is bringing all the romance.

Engagement shoot at dumbarton oaks gardens
Engagement shoot at dumbarton oaks gardens

Dominick found this oval-cut diamond ring with a rose gold band in a Versailles setting at Brilliant Earth in Georgetown. Alexis describes it as “elegant, dainty, and feminine. It is exactly what I hoped for.”

The couple walk along Lover’s Lane. You can’t get much more romantic than that!

Engagement shoot at dumbarton oaks gardens

In spring many of the pathways in the garden are covered in flowers.

The couple pose for photos under white wisteria.

Engagement shoot at dumbarton oaks gardens
couple posing under lilacs at dumbarton oaks gardens

Although not a native plant species, Wisteria is central to the original landscape design. It is carefully managed to keep it in check.

couple posing under lilacs at dumbarton oaks gardens

Managing the wisteria may take a lot of effort, but this photo shows it’s worth it!

The couple pause for photos at the dramatic entrance to a pebble garden with a large mosaic.

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