In the DMV, many locations that my clients and I both love require photography permits. While planning a session, it can feel annoying or overwhelming to think about “one more thing” to organize before your session, photography permits really do matter. These locations use them for a variety of reasons. From maintaining the location, supporting […]

Over the years my style has evolved like any artist. I have noticed a pattern of what my eye gravitates towards and when certain elements bring my photography style to life. I’m now known for my light and airy photos that capture families in action together. While I’m responsible for bringing a lot of that […]

Spring family portrait season is upon us! As sessions get booked, one of the most important questions to ask is WHERE you plan to have your family photos! Northern Virginia, in particular, is full of so many beautiful options – you can’t go wrong with any of them – and most importantly, there’s something for […]

Spring is my favorite time of the year for family photos. I love the colors outside – all of the flowers, pastels, and greens. But I also love the outfits for this time of year because of the soft greens and florals. With spring family photo sessions coming up quickly, I want to share some […]

Planning and executing family sessions can feel overwhelming for families if they aren’t prepared or don’t know what to expect. As a Maryland family photographer, there are some common things that I see during family sessions that can make our time together trickier. Today, I wanted to share these common mistakes for family sessions so […]

I’m just going to say it: family photos aren’t everyone’s cup of tea (and that’s okay!). As a family photographer and mom myself, I know that getting everyone on board for your family photos isn’t always easy. However, I’m also the first to tell you that once the session happens, it’s so worth all of […]

“Lifestyle” photography has become a bit of a buzzword in the photography community. But, what is lifestyle photography? What does it really mean? Today, I want to break down my definition of lifestyle photography – and what it means for your family. I also want to touch on how you can find a lifestyle photographer […]

You may have noticed that many newborn sessions feature little ones with a white onesie. It’s not a coincidence that a lot of photographers recommend these simple outfits for their clients’ newborn sessions. I, along with many other newborn photographers, want to create a simplified experience for our families that really allows your final images […]

Searching for a family photographer that meets your style and needs is not always easy. Not only do you want to find a photographer that uses a style you like, but you also want to feel comfortable with them, too. There’s something intimate about having your portrait taken, especially when your family is involved. As […]

After being a Maryland family photographer for several years now, I’ve got some tips to help make your child more comfortable for family portraits. Oftentimes, parents are worried about how their kids or toddlers will handle being in front of the camera. I get it – it can be a lot to have a stranger […]