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Wedding Photography – Chris and Tiffany in Winchester, Virginia

Wedding photographs in Winchester, including bridal party portraits taken in The Glen Burnie Gardens.

Wedding Photography – Chris and Tiffany in Winchester, Virginia Wedding Photography – Chris and Tiffany in Winchester, Virginia

Wedding Photography – Ryan and Isabelle at The Joshua Wilton House, Harrisonburg, Virginia

Wedding photographs taken at the Joshua Wilton House in Harrisonburg, VA of the marriage ceremony of Ryan and Isabelle.

Wedding Photography – Ryan and Isabelle at The Joshua Wilton House, Harrisonburg, Virginia Wedding Photography – Ryan and Isabelle at The Joshua Wilton House, Harrisonburg, Virginia

Wedding Photography – Andrew and Bridget at The Inn at Little Washington, Virginia

Photographs of a secret wedding ceremony held at The Inn at Little Washington, Virginia.

Wedding Photography – Andrew and Bridget at The Inn at Little Washington, Virginia Wedding Photography – Andrew and Bridget at The Inn at Little Washington, Virginia

Engagement Photography – Wes and Brittany at Front Royal, Virginia

Engagement photographs taken in Front Royal, Virginia of Brittany and Wes during the end of June 2010.

Engagement Photography – Wes and Brittany at Front Royal, Virginia Engagement Photography – Wes and Brittany at Front Royal, Virginia

Engagement Photography – Tim and Lisa at The Blandy Experimental Farm

Engagement photographs at the Blandy Experimental Farm (State Arboretum of Virginia) of Tim and Lisa taken during June 2010.

Engagement Photography – Tim and Lisa at The Blandy Experimental Farm Engagement Photography – Tim and Lisa at The Blandy Experimental Farm

Engagement Photography – Mike and Annie at the Virginia Arboretum

Engagement photographs of Mike and Annie taken at The Blandy Experimental Farm during June 2010.

Engagement Photography – Mike and Annie at the Virginia Arboretum Engagement Photography – Mike and Annie at the Virginia Arboretum

Engagement Photography – Josh and Jennifer at Lake Raystown, PA

Engagement photographs taken at Lake Raystown, PA featuring Jennifer and Josh on a warm June morning.

Engagement Photography – Josh and Jennifer at Lake Raystown, PA Engagement Photography – Josh and Jennifer at Lake Raystown, PA

Engagement Photography – Dale and Stacy at Annapolis, Maryland

Engagement photographs of Dale and Stacy taken in beautiful downtown Annapolis, Maryland.

Engagement Photography – Dale and Stacy at Annapolis, Maryland Engagement Photography – Dale and Stacy at Annapolis, Maryland

Wedding Photography – Corey and Amber, Winchester, Virginia – May 2010

Wedding ceremony and reception photographs of Corey and Amber in Winchester, Virginia at the Greenwood United Methodist Church (May 2010).

Wedding Photography – Corey and Amber, Winchester, Virginia – May 2010 Wedding Photography – Corey and Amber, Winchester, Virginia – May 2010

Wedding Photography – Paul and Natasha’s Celtic / Scottish Vow Renewal Ceremony

Photographs of a vow renewal ceremony between Paul and Natasha in Stanley, Virginia with a celtic / Scottish / medieval theme.

Wedding Photography – Paul and Natasha’s Celtic / Scottish Vow Renewal Ceremony Wedding Photography – Paul and Natasha’s Celtic / Scottish Vow Renewal Ceremony

My name is Aaron Riddle and I am a professional photographer residing in Winchester, Virginia. I specialize in wedding photography, portrait photography and special event photography needs.

I tell stories through my photography by capturing candid moments and preserving them in time to show the beauty of a wedding, the happiness of an event or intimacy of a kiss shared by a newly-engaged couple.

Make yourself at home and view my work, get in touch with me or read my blog below.

My Latest Blog Entries:

From the Sketchbook – A New Blog Category

Bear Sketches

For those of you who know graphic designers, I am sure you have heard many times about the importance of a sketchbook. A sketchbook allows a designer to let their ideas transition from their mind by flowing freely onto paper. It is the initial step that every professional graphic designer takes before they delve into a logo or illustration project. While sketching can serve as a starting point for projects, it is also a relaxing activity in that your mind (well…my mind anyway) seems to think clearer and allow new ideas to transpire

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Publication Design – College Transfer Brochure

 

Transfer Brochure Large

Client: A Community College in Northern Virginia

Project Details: This is a four-panel, full color direct mail piece that I designed for my full-time employer (a community college in Northern Virginia). The mailer’s goal is to promote the College’s agreement with many four-year universities that allows students to easily transfer credits earned at the community college.

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Photography – Alumni Profile in College Library

Alumni Profile Photograph

Photo Shoot Location: Virginia Community College

Photo Shoot Date: Spring 2009

Photo Shoot Details: A profile shot taken of a community college alumna at the College’s library. Photograph was used on the Web site and in publications for promotion use accompanying the alumna’s interview.

How to Ensure Your Publication Will Mail Correctly – Mailpiece Design Analysts

United States Postal Service Mailpiece Analyst

When designing many of the direct mail pieces that I do for my clients, one way to ensure certain trouble is not being aware of the many regulations put in place by the United States Postal Service (USPS). Fortunately there is a valuable face-to-face resource that I use which is offered for FREE by the USPS . . . the Mailpiece Design Analyst!

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Publication Design – Student Success Stories Direct Mail Piece

Student Success Direct Mail Piece

Client: A Community College in Northern Virginia

Project Details: This is an 11×17″, full color direct mail piece that I designed for my full-time employer (a community college in Northern Virginia). The mailer was created to promote the College’s campus in Warrenton, Virginia  and features various profiles of students that attended this particular campus.

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