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Northern Virginia · Micro Wedding Photography

Intimate Weddings, Beautifully Documented

Intimate celebrations of 20 guests or fewer, captured with the same care and artistry as a full wedding day. By Asa Photography specializes in micro wedding photography across Northern Virginia.

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About - By Asa Photography Award Winning Wedding Photographer in Alexandria, VA

MEET YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER

Real Experience. Real Alexandria.

I’m Asa — a Northern Virginia wedding photographer based in the DMV. Over the past decade, I’ve built relationships with couples and venues across Alexandria, Arlington, and Washington, DC

Micro weddings create space for more meaningful photography focused on emotion, connection, and personal details. Their smaller scale allows me to tell your story in a more intimate and authentic way.

A Relaxed, Documentary – Style Approach

Whether you’re planning a private Old Town Alexandria wedding or a small garden ceremony with family, I bring the same care and attention to every celebration I photograph.

Local Knowledge Matters

Additionally, my approach is photojournalistic at heart. I capture your day as it actually unfolds, with the emotions raw and the details real.

No stiff posing. No cookie-cutter shots.

Instead, the focus stays on real moments, natural emotion, and authentic connection.


Alexandria, VA Resident


10+ Years Experience


Micro Wedding Specialist


Full Wedding Coverage


Photo + Video Available

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Real Micro Weddings – By Asa Photography

Stunning and personalized micro wedding photography by By Asa Photography, capturing the beauty of your small, meaningful wedding day.
Stunning and personalized micro wedding photography by By Asa Photography, capturing the beauty of your small, meaningful wedding day.
Stunning and personalized micro wedding photography by By Asa Photography, capturing the beauty of your small, meaningful wedding day.
Stunning and personalized micro wedding photography by By Asa Photography, capturing the beauty of your small, meaningful wedding day.
Elopement photography Northern Virginia -By Asa Photography - we ensure every elopement is beautifully documented
Stunning and personalized micro wedding photography by By Asa Photography, capturing the beauty of your small, meaningful wedding day.
Stunning and personalized micro wedding photography by By Asa Photography, capturing the beauty of your small, meaningful wedding day.
Stunning and personalized micro wedding photography by By Asa Photography, capturing the beauty of your small, meaningful wedding day.


WHY MICRO WEDDINGS

Why Couples Are Choosing Micro Wedding Photography

Micro weddings aren’t a compromise — they’re a choice. Here’s why more couples are embracing intimate celebrations and never looking back.

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More Meaningful Moments

Every part of the day feels more intentional — from the ceremony to the candid reactions of close family and friends.

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More Budget Flexibility

Allows couples to prioritize what matters most — photography, venue, food, and overall experience.

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More Venue Options

Venues open up that simply aren’t available for larger celebrations — private gardens, historic mansions, boutique restaurants, and intimate chapels.

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More Time Together

Without the pressure of a large-scale timeline, couples can stay present and fully experience their day.

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More Photography Coverage

With fewer guests to coordinate, I can focus more on storytelling, emotion, and candid moments throughout your day.

More Personalization

Every element of a micro wedding reflects you as a couple — from the florals to the setting — creating a deeply personal experience that shows in every photograph

WHAT I OFFER

Photography Services in Alexandria, VA

From intimate elopements to full wedding days, every package is tailored to fit your vision and budget.

01 Full Wedding Coverage

All-day documentation from getting ready through the last dance. I work with second shooters on larger weddings to ensure every angle is captured.

02 Micro Weddings

Intimate celebrations with 20 guests or fewer. Same quality, focused attention, and shorter timeline — ideal for couples who want meaningful without massive.

03 Elopements

Just the two of you — and me. In fact, elopements are my favorite kind of session. We’ll find a beautiful corner of Alexandria and make it yours.

04 Engagement Sessions

A chance to get comfortable in front of the camera before the big day. Additionally, Old Town Alexandria makes a perfect backdrop — and these images are gallery-worthy on their own.

05 Photo + Videography

Some packages include videography services, letting you relive your day through both still images and moving footage. Additionally, ask about availability during consultation.

06 Family & Portraits

In addition to weddings, I also photograph families, couples, and individuals throughout the Alexandria and Northern Virginia area year-round.

HOW IT WORKS

From First Message to Final Gallery

1

Request a Consultation

Tell me about your date, venue, and vision using the form below. I respond to every inquiry within 24 hours — typically much faster.

2

We Talk Through Your Day

A quick call or video chat where we go over your timeline, venue logistics, family formal list, and any creative ideas you have. No pressure, just planning.

3

I’m There, Start to Finish

On your wedding day I arrive early, stay relaxed, and blend into the background — capturing moments without interrupting them. You’ll barely notice the camera.

4

You Receive Your Gallery

Within 4–6 weeks, your fully edited, high-resolution gallery is delivered via a private online gallery. Downloadable, shareable, and yours forever.

WHAT COUPLES SAY

5-Star Reviews from Real Alexandria Weddings

Verified Google reviews from couples who trusted By Asa Photography with their most important day.

★★★★★

“I’m SO happy that I chose Asa as my wedding photographer. He was extremely responsive during the entire planning process, and was very helpful in setting my wedding timeline. He has such an eye for the best spots at your venue for photos, and he captures them beautifully. Not to mention, he’s incredibly kind, and we gad so much fun spending our very special day with him!”

Julie

Wedding Wire Review

★★★★★

“Asa totally exceeded our expectations!! He is super flexible and great to work with!”

Rachel Davison

Old Town Waterfront

★★★★★

“Asa was very easy to work with, professional, and made us feel comfortable. We are so grateful for all the amazing and beautiful photos he captured of our special day.”

Jessica

Wedding Wire Review

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a micro wedding?


A micro wedding is an intimate celebration typically with 20 guests or fewer. It includes all the meaningful elements of a traditional wedding — ceremony, vows, portraits, and celebration — but on a smaller, more personal scale. The result is a day that feels genuinely yours rather than a production.

With fewer guests to coordinate I can focus entirely on your story. There’s more time for creative portraits, more attention to details, and more opportunity to capture genuine candid moments. Micro wedding galleries often feel more intimate and editorial than traditional wedding albums.

Most micro weddings require 3–5 hours of coverage — enough time for getting ready shots, the ceremony, portraits, and early reception moments. During our consultation I’ll help you build a timeline that makes the most of your coverage window.

Micro wedding packages are tailored to fit the scope of your day. Many couples in the $1,000–$1,500 range find my micro wedding packages the perfect fit. Contact me for a custom quote based on your specific date, location, and coverage needs.

Absolutely — I photograph micro weddings throughout Alexandria, Arlington, and Greater Northern Virginia including private homes, boutique venues, historic properties, and outdoor locations. If you have a venue in mind I’d love to hear about it.

Yes — some packages include video coverage. During our consultation I’ll walk you through the options and what’s available for your date. Combined photo and video packages offer the most comprehensive documentation of your day.

A micro wedding is an intimate celebration typically with 20 guests or fewer. It includes all the meaningful elements of a traditional wedding — ceremony, vows, portraits, and celebration — but on a smaller, more personal scale. The result is a day that feels genuinely yours rather than a production.With fewer guests to coordinate I can focus entirely on your story. There’s more time for creative portraits, more attention to details, and more opportunity to capture genuine candid moments. Micro wedding galleries often feel more intimate and editorial than traditional wedding albums.Most micro weddings require 3–5 hours of coverage — enough time for getting ready shots, the ceremony, portraits, and early reception moments. During our consultation I’ll help you build a timeline that makes the most of your coverage window.Micro wedding packages are tailored to fit the scope of your day. Many couples in the $1,000–$1,500 range find my micro wedding packages the perfect fit. Contact me for a custom quote based on your specific date, location, and coverage needs.Absolutely — I photograph micro weddings throughout Alexandria, Arlington, and Greater Northern Virginia including private homes, boutique venues, historic properties, and outdoor locations. If you have a venue in mind I’d love to hear about it.Yes — some packages include video coverage. During our consultation I’ll walk you through the options and what’s available for your date. Combined photo and video packages offer the most comprehensive documentation of your day.

LET’S CONNECT

Your Carlyle House Wedding Deserves Breathtaking Photos

I know Carlyle House Mansion intimately — the light, the spaces, the best moments to capture. Tell me about your day and I’ll follow up within 24 hours.

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