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What is the story behind Molly Lichten Photography?
Molly Lichten is a DC wedding photographer for those wildly in love. Based in Northern Virginia, she primarily photographs weddings throughout Washington DC and the East Coast, while continuing to document a select number of celebrations in Southern California each year. With over a decade of experience, and more than 250 weddings photographed throughout Washington DC, Northern Virginia, Maryland, Southern California, and beyond, she works hard to capture the beauty of your special moments in eye-catching, dreamy, and dynamic photographs that will stand the test of time.
Molly believes the most meaningful wedding photographs are created through a balance of thoughtful artistry and genuine connection. With an editorial eye and a passion for storytelling, her approach blends intentional imagery with the honest, often fleeting moments that make each wedding unique.
Molly’s work has been featured in numerous magazines and blogs, including The Knot, Virginia Living, Washingtonian Weddings, Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings, Magnolia Rouge, Carats & Cake, and Southern California Bride. She was selected as a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award winner for every year from 2017 through 2025. Molly was named a finalist for the 2023 and 2024 Belle Lumiere Magazine End of the Year Awards, the 2019 and 2020 Magnolia Rouge Photo Awards, and Southern California Bride’s "Best of" Photography Awards. Most recently, one of Molly’s 2024 Tidal Basin cherry blossom sessions was featured in the Washington Post, and her work was published in the 2024 winter edition of The Knot, as well as the February 2025 and February 2026 issues of Virginia Living magazine.
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Molly is an exceptional wedding photographer—talented, organized, and deeply attentive. Reviewers praised her warm, calming presence, clear communication, and skill directing natural poses while capturing both candid moments and classic portraits. She delivers beautiful, timely galleries and keeps the whole process low-stress.
Molly is the BEST photographer EVER
Molly has such a natural, effortless way about her. We were able to just interact with each other like we normally do, and she captured our sweetest, most genuine moments perfectly. Nothing felt forced or overly posed. The photos truly feel like us, which is exactly what we wanted.
At the same time, she gave us just the right amount of direction. She helped guide us into poses that felt natural and flattering, and she wasn’t afraid to gently tell us if something looked awkward (which we appreciated so much!). It really felt like she tailored everything to us instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach.
And the turnaround time?! She sent sneak peeks the day after both our engagement session and our wedding (when does she sleep?!). Being able to relive those moments so quickly was such a gift.
Molly was worth every single penny, and we would choose her again in a heartbeat for any photography needs. If you’re considering booking her, do it!!!
Could not recommend enough!
Molly has a wonderful way of making the camera feel less like a spotlight and more like a friend in the room. Her constant reassurance and fun loving embrace of our ideas throughout the process managed to make us feel entirely comfortable being ourselves. It's clear that Molly genuinely loves capturing key moments for those she works with and it comes through in the care she takes to communicate effectively, direct unwieldy wedding guests with grace, and deliver beautiful photos.
Molly perfectly captured the big milestones alongside the quiet details that we can now enjoy through our guests eyes long after the big day. We are so grateful for her talent and her calming presence, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Thank you, Molly, for giving us the gift of being able to so vividly relive our favorite day. We especially appreciate the care you took to capture beautiful shots of our loved ones that we will cherish forever.
Molly is THE best wedding photographer EVER
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Molly Lichten was everything we wanted in a wedding photographer
Molly is the best!
Washington, DC | June 2025 Wedding
Molly is the Absolute BEST!
We first met Molly for our early-morning waterfront engagement photo shoot, where she was able to quickly identify a number of beautiful settings for our photos. She made us feel comfortable and at ease immediately, so our photos turned out natural and genuine. She brought the same level of care and professionalism to our wedding day, working efficiently to wrangle family and guests but never making us feel rushed or over-scheduled. Her creative suggestions for our photos led to some of the most beautiful moments captured for our wedding. She knew our venue well and leveraged that knowledge to ensure we had not only the best spots for photos, but also the best lighting and time of day to shoot. And she did all of this without being intrusive or taking us “out of the moment” of our wedding day. It honestly felt more like Molly was one of our guests rather than a vendor.
We would highly recommend Molly, with zero hesitation!
Molly was the best!
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Molly! From start to finish, she was an absolute dream to work with. Not only is she ***incredibly talented and artistic***, but she also has an amazing ability to capture the most special, candid moments in such a beautiful and timeless way.
In addition to her incredible work, she is one of the kindest and most professional people I’ve ever met. She made me feel so comfortable and confident throughout all of our shoots and most importantly, my entire wedding day. Molly has a great touch that allowed us to be ourselves while she worked her magic behind the lens. Every photo tells a story, and thanks to her, we have the most stunning memories to cherish forever. There is a reason that we went back to Molly a year later to photograph my sister’s wedding.
If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only skilled but also a joy to be around, look no further. We are beyond grateful for her talent and highly recommend her to anyone looking for breathtaking wedding photography!
Molly and her team are the Best! We used her for both of my Daughters weddings within an 11 month period and she was outstanding both times! I would highly recommend her. They captured so many amazing moments that help us relive all the joyous emotions from those two fabulous days every time we look back on the pictures.
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Molly is one of the best photographer's I have seen AND one of the sweetest, most personable to work with. Highly recommend!
Molly is a true talent! Her photography showcases her couple's most genuine interactions and romantic moments, allowing her to tell the greatest love stories with the click of her shutter. Molly is not only an amazing and intuitive photographer, but she is also a great people person. Her humble, cheerful, and easy-going nature will immediately put you at ease on your wedding day!
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