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Editorial & Documentary Photography
Where effortless style meets honest, emotional storytelling.
Editorial photography adds structure and intention—clean compositions, soft direction, and a refined feel that highlights the details you’ve carefully chosen. It’s polished without ever feeling posed.
Documentary photography captures what’s real—the unfiltered emotion, the subtle gestures, the way it all actually felt in the moment. It’s instinctive and deeply human.
Together, they create a gallery that feels both artful and true. Visually beautiful. Emotionally grounded. More than a record of events—it’s a reflection of your experience.
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Photographs That Feel Like Art
Images that are as expressive as they are timeless.
The photos you're drawn to—the ones that stop you mid-scroll or feel at home in a magazine—are more than just beautiful. They hold feeling, intention, and a sense of story.
That’s the kind of work I create. Guided by natural light and real connection, each image is composed with care. Honest, refined, and full of emotion.
The result is a gallery that feels elevated but never distant. Artful in form, grounded in meaning, and true to the way your day felt.
Debbie was something else! Going into our elopement, we didn’t really know what we wanted. We just knew we wanted to get married. She helped us enjoy the planning process and made everything so easy. If you want to fall in love with your photos, have no stress on your special day, be truly present in the moment, and feel comfortable in front of the camera, then Debbie is your person.
— Egliani & John
We just fell in love with Debbie’s work. The mood, the throwback muted colors, the way she caught moments no one ever notices
— Kristen & Casey
Having Debbie as our photographer was such a great experience! She’s fun – a little sassy – and has such a creative eye. Throughout our time together, she was extremely accommodating and made us feel comfortable and relaxed the entire time. She goes above and beyond in all aspects and truly makes your day look and feel like a fairytale.
— Caroline & Kyle
About Me
Bronx-Born. Coastal-Raised. Virginia-Rooted.
Hi, I’m Debbie—a Puerto Rican girl born in the Bronx, raised on the quiet coast of North Carolina, and now living in Virginia with my retired Navy husband, our three boys, and our three dogs.
Before photography, I worked in special education and applied behavior analysis. That background taught me how to really listen, how to create calm in the middle of chaos, and how to support people through moments that matter.
I carry that same energy into every wedding photograph. I show up calm, clear, and fully present. I speak plainly, I work gently, and I stay grounded so you can too.
@debbieelisaphotography
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Based in Virginia and serving Northern Virginia and beyond, I photograph weddings using a mix of editorial and documentary styles. My approach is calm, collaborative, and easygoing. I help you stay present throughout the day while we create images that feel real, beautiful, and full of meaning.
Shenandoah Elopements
king george, va weddings