ABOUT
ADVOCATE, ADVISOR & ARCHIVIST
MEET NORTHERN VIRGINIA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
AIMEE CUSTIS
To me, inclusivity is never just about celebrating all gender presentations or supporting same-sex marriage
(I do).
It’s about embracing what each individual brings to the table. Honoring your unique values.
And creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and celebrated.
This is only a glimpse of what fuels my work.
HELLO, I’M AIMEE!
OWNER & PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHER
I was drawn to Washington DC because of my desire to create meaningful change. After studying political science at Tulane University, I moved to DC to work in public policy around public transit and housing.
Yet amidst that fulfilling work, I had a creative itch that wasn’t being scratched. My photography began as my way of documenting memories and friends in a new city, but soon evolved into a tool for understanding others and sharing impactful stories.
For years, I planned and documented nonprofit events across Washington, DC—using photos to share stories and inspire action. So, today, telling your love story through magazine-worthy photos comes as easily to me as breathing.
“Aimee does a remarkable job of capturing the emotions of the day in the most heartfelt way."
"Her photos make me smile the biggest smile and make tears roll down my cheeks all at the same time."
Lisa Havard, Owner, Havard Events
UNCOVER MY GUIDING PRINCIPLES
BEHIND THE LENS
INCLUSIVITY
MEANINGFUL REPRESENTATION
Working with couples of varied faiths, ethnicities, identities, body types, and priorities is important to me. Whatever way you choose to celebrate, it’s rooted in what holds meaning for you. That is why we’ll have open discussions about your priorities and preferences—and find creative ways to center them in your photos and your experience.
EMPATHY
EMPOWERING APPROACH
Photos have the power to shape the way we see ourselves. I understand the subtle difference between confidence and happiness—and know how to bring out both on camera. So, you can expect a body neutral, gender-inclusive perspective on posing to ensure you feel comfortable and celebrated in every frame.
CURIOUSITY
COMPELLING STORYTELLING
Every connection tells a story, and I am fascinated by uncovering yours—learning about the meaningful relationships in your life, seeing what makes you tick, and finding creative ways to link all of these details to the wider story of your love.
INTEGRITY
RELIABLE RESULTS
With experience comes foresight—And over the past 12 years, I have developed practices, processes, and redundancies to address any challenges that may arise. Meaning: I will set clear expectations and always follow through. Because it’s important to me that you can trust me at my word.
BY THE NUMBERS
12+
YEARS CAPTURING
WEDDINGS
40+
FEATURES IN
PUBLICATIONS
250+
COUPLES RELIVING THEIR DAY
WITH COLORFUL, EMOTIVE IMAGERY
MY NOT-SO-HIDDEN TALENT
COLOR-CODED SPREADSHEETS
POST-WEDDING INDULGENCE
TACOS from SURFSIDE in DUPONT CIRCLE
MY GUILTIEST PLEASURE
THE HARRY POTTER SERIES
CATCH ME UNWINDING WITH
WHISKEY - MY DOG'S NAME (AND MY FAVORITE SPIRIT)
MY UNDERRATED OBSESSION
EPSOM SALT BATHS
"Aimee put us at ease, channeled our vision, and made it happen."
Aimee's personality is so unique and special, and enables her to be effective on a wedding day. I felt like she was my personal cheerleader and ring leader.
BETH + MAX
