Choosing a Maryland/DC Family Photographer can feel overwhelming, especially with so many options out there. From a friend with a nice camera to someone who specializes in heirloom albums, how do you know who’s the right fit for your family? This guide breaks it down for you! I’m sharing what to look for, what questions […]
Every family has their own story. Some are loud and messy, filled with belly laughs and crayon drawings on the walls. Others are quiet and steady, marked by knowing glances and well-worn routines. Some families look like the ones we grew up with, and others look entirely different—bound by love, not tradition. What unites them […]
Every once in awhile, I get the chance to photograph my friends. These Howard County snowy maternity portraits features one of my favorite people and her beautiful family. Over the last year, this stunning mama and I have become close friends. When I found out that they were expecting a little girl and their son […]
Recently, a client and dear friend of mine said: “I just wish I had more pictures with my mom.” That single sentence simultaneously broke my heart and reminded me why I do what I do as a family photographer. So many of us look at portrait sessions as a “here and now” thing, when really […]
In a few of my recent posts, you might have seen my reference to my “client closet.” Today, I thought it would be fun to really explore what my client closet is, what’s included, and why I absolutely love it (and my clients do, too!). So… what is a client closet? It’s a curated collection […]
I absolutely love working with new families to capture the early days of their baby at home. When the M. family reached out to me about their new little boy’s arrival and a lifestyle newborn session in their Baltimore home, I was thrilled. We immediately got to chatting and planning. I can’t wait to show […]
If I’ve never said how much I love Downtown Annapolis, I’m saying it now. I was so happy when this sweet family booked their portraits and we began talking about locations. They wanted to have an urban location that would feel clean and fun… so immediately, I thought of Downtown Annapolis. I’m so excited to […]
As the spring quickly approaches, it’s common to see family photographers advertising their spring calendar. You might see announcements of “spring minis” as well as photographers talking about a regular, full session. If you’re wondering which is the right fit for your family, today’s blog post is for you! We’re going to talk about how […]
Is it possible to have too much fun during a session? I mean, I’m pretty sure the answer is “no”, especially when you’re working with people as fantastic as Carly and Shannon. These two are expecting their first baby and I’m so honored that they chose me to photograph their fall maternity portraits here in […]
This sweet Shrine of St. Anthony’s spring mini session is sure to make you smile! I photograph a lot of sessions here at the Shrine of St. Anthony’s throughout the year, but these spring portraits are just so perfect. This is one of my favorite spots in Howard County because it’s always quiet and looks […]
Spring is one of my favorite times of year as a photographer, especially in the DMV. In the springtime, we get Cherry Blossoms and it’s one of my favorite times to capture family portraits. Since they’re very popular for families in the area, I thought it would be fun to share some tips for cherry […]
There’s something special about being able to photograph a new baby when they come home. Those early days are some of the longest, hardest, and yet most meaningful days that new families go through. When this beautiful mama reached out to me about photographing Baby C’s Annapolis lifestyle newborn session, I was so excited. Her […]