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I had the honor of capturing this Senior Master Sergeant’s retirement after twenty years of Air Force active duty service. His family chose the Air Force Memorial as a place to hold his intimate retirement ceremony. It’s one of the most unique memorials in the Washington, D.C. area, with views of the Washington Monument and the Pentagon behind it.
They chose to have a private ceremony with just his children and spouse present. It was so meaningful for this family to have their own moment. While a big ceremony and reception afterwards are what some people desire, it’s nice to see people do what works for them instead of just the “status quo” expectation.




Melissa Sheridan Photography offers event coverage for military promotions, retirements, change of commands, fini flights & more.
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captures families, newborns, maternity, and military events in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. With over a decade of experience, Melissa is based in Alexandria, Virginia, creating timeless images that celebrate your family’s story.
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