Old Town Alexandria Wedding Weekend Photo & Super 8 Video

Brandy and Matt’s wedding in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia was a film lovers dream wedding photo and video weekend.

I flew in from Minnesota with my associate photographer to document the weekend. Just the two of us working in sync. We documented the weekend in a mix of formats—digital photography, 35mm film, Polaroid, Super 8 film, and a retro Hi8 camcorder.

Their wedding weekend took place at the Alexandrian Hotel just outside Washington, D.C. The Old Town Alexandria area is full of history—cobblestone streets, brick tones, classic architecture, and walkable blocks that made everything feel close.

Friday night kicked off with a welcome dinner at the Torpedo Factory Art Center, a former munitions plant turned vibrant art space on the Potomac River. Later that night, everyone piled into a private trolley for a nighttime tour of D.C.’s National Monuments.

Again..it was at night. And it was epic.


Imagine showing off your city at night to all your favorite people. Friends laughing in front of the Lincoln Memorial and the U.S. Capitol, dressed up and glowing under city lights. Nighttime photography like this pushes you—in the best way. Fast-paced, candid, and full of energy—some of my favorite editorial-style documentary work to date.

The next day, we were back at The Alexandrian Hotel for the wedding. Before the ceremony, we wandered a few blocks for portraits in some hidden green spots I had scouted the day before. The ceremony itself took place in the courtyard—a quiet, tucked-away space that felt just right. Their reception was a full-on party. Brandy doing the worm? Absolutely iconic. We ended the night with the most fun late-night flash portraits.


And then there’s their video. It’s not your typical wedding video. Imagine a mix of cinematic super 8 film and retro camcorders for long-form home-movie style film with fun bloopers. This is the kind of wedding photo and video coverage I offer. Less production. More feeling. And authentically vintage.


Watch their Super 8 and Hi8 Camcorder Wedding Film


“I started writing notes to future you in 2018—letting you know I was going to marry you.”

“I couldn’t imagine how incomplete I would feel without you by my side… it would be like having fries without yellow mustard.”



Vendor Team:

Venue & Catering: The Alexandrian Hotel

Photography: Brianna Kirk Photo & Film

Super 8 Videography: Brianna Kirk Photo & Film

Planning & Design: Fete du Jour Events

Florals: Poppy Flowers Co

DJ & Photo Booth: Summit Events Co & @xoabbythedj

Makeup: Makeup by Ivett

Hair: @abbeys.hair

Cake: Friend of Bride

Dessert: Nothing Bundt Cakes

Welcome Party Venue: Torpedo Factory Art Center

Welcome Party Catering: Purple Onion Catering Co

Welcome Party Trolley Tour: Old Town Trolley Tours

Bridal Boutique: Lovely Bride DC

Gown Designer: Newhite Bridal

Veil: Dareth Colburn Designs

Alterations: Green and Blue Weddings

Groom’s Suit: Suit Supply

Officiant Services: Ceremony Officiants

Harpist: Julie Money

Paper Goods: Canva & Zazzle


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I'm Brianna Kirk

I'm a bus dwellin’ & film lovin’ wedding photographer & videographer based out of Minnesota. Just show up as your full self and I'll capture the unique energy and emotions in a intentional, relaxed, fun way. The hardest choice will be deciding the amount of 35mm/120 Film, Polaroids, and Super 8 you want!

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