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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

I love it when my families and clients bring their fur babies to their family portrait sessions with me. I think it’s so much fun to capture them because they truly are part of your family. I know that while it’s fun to bring them, it can also feel a bit stressful because not all […]

I absolutely love working with families as they grow and welcome new babies to the world. In fact, it’s probably one of the highlights of my job. There’s something really special about being able to document a family’s pregnancy journey and newborn portraits once their new little one has arrived. A question I’m asked a […]

I hear it all the time: “I love the look of lifestyle family photos, but…”. Well, no more buts! Today, I’m breaking down 4 misconceptions about lifestyle family portraits so that you realize these fun and beautiful sessions are literally perfect for everyone! Here’s four reasons why you shouldn’t be afraid to book lifestyle family […]

One of the most popular questions I get when planning family portrait sessions is WHERE a session should be. As a DMV family photographer, I’ve had the chance to work at some truly beautiful locations year after year. So, today I wanted to share my top 7 favorite photos locations in the DMV so that […]

I LOVE lifestyle sessions at home. There’s just something really beautiful about being with your family in the place that means the most to you. Being able to photograph families on their sofas,in their kitchens or bedrooms, nurseries and backyards is so special. Everyone is relaxed and comfortable and they quickly become images that you’ll […]

Newborn lifestyle sessions are some of my favorite sessions to photograph. There’s nothing as exciting as capturing a new family at home with their sweet baby. Over the years, I’ve learned a few tricks to help better prepare your family and house for our session. Newborn sessions at home are usually 2-2.5 hours long, so […]