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 […]

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How to Find the Right Maryland/DC Family Photographer: A Guide for Parents Who Want More Than Just a Pretty Picture

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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 […]

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Why I Photograph Families: A Reflection on My Creative Journey as a Baltimore MD Lifestyle Family Photographer

Baltimore MD Lifestyle Family Photographer Christina Tundo shares why she photographs families and her creative journey as a photographer

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I can’t believe it’s already time to write my 2024 end of year wrap up! Each year, this post is a chance to sit back and reflect on my work as a DC and Maryland family photographer. It’s always a blessing for me to look back on what’s happened and how the year went. While […]

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End of Year 2024 Wrap Up for DC and Maryland Family Photographer

End of Year 2024 Wrap Up for DC and Maryland Family Photographer Christina Tundo, reflecting on the last year's wins

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Extended Family Session with Annapolis MD Family Photographer  This extended family session in Annapolis was extra special to me, because I was documenting my bestie’s parents and their granddaughters. This family has always felt like my own, a true home away from home. They cultivated a house that was full of love, warmth, and creativity […]

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Extended Family, Real Life: Why Lifestyle Photography Tells a Better Story

grandparents hug granddaughters on wooden dock

8/14/2025

The BE-ing Project was born out of a simple but powerful idea: families don’t need to do more to be worthy of remembering. They just need to be. As a Maryland documentary family photographer, I want to capture families without pressure or picture-perfect expectations for our session together. I wanted to create space for families […]

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The BE-ing Project: Capturing Real Life with Maryland Documentary Family Lifestyle Photographer

mom walks beside daughter riding bike in driveway

7/10/2025

As the spring weather waits right around the corner, many families in the DC area are starting to plan their spring photos. Once they’ve found the perfect photographer and picked out the date, it’s time to decide on the perfect location for your family photos in the DC area. DC is amazing because it’s got […]

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Choosing the Perfect Location for Your Family Photo in the DC Area | Tips from DC Lifestyle Family Photographer

parents hold hands while daughter runs in yard in front of them

2/20/2025

As 2024 comes to an end, I like to use this time as a chance to reflect on what has made this year so wonderful for me as your Maryland family photographer. One of the biggest thing that has made 2024 such a success (in many ways) is all of you: my repeat families. This […]

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A Love Letter to My Repeat Families from Maryland Family Photographer

12/12/2024

As a Maryland family photographer, there is no greater joy than when a family asks me to document their special memories. But, when I’m asked to do it a second time, our sessions take on another whole meaning in my heart. The more I’m with your family, the more I feel like part of your […]

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Relaxed Family Photos in Maryland Home with Columbia MD Family Photographer

parents read with young son during family photos at home in Columbia MD

11/07/2024

As a Baltimore family lifestyle photographer, my approach is all about celebrating the authentic, beautiful moments that unfold naturally. My goal is to capture the unique story of each family I work with, showing love, connection, and individuality. While I focus on what I do, I think it’s just as important to share what I […]

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Things You Won’t See Me Do as a Baltimore Lifestyle Family Photographer 

toddler stands on black and white rug on patio

10/17/2024

Being a parent, educator, and photographer gives me a unique look at the people around me. I have the honor of knowing so many people from so many places and walks of life. It is such a beautiful gift. Seeing how people move about the world also gives me a unique perspective when it comes […]

Client Education, Family

Celebrating Neurodivergent Families: Creating a Comfortable and Inclusive Photography Experience with DC and Maryland Family Photographer

toddler looks down at grass in his hand during family photos

9/26/2024

This summer, I had the joy of capturing this family’s newest family photos and a pregnancy announcement at Castlebridge Farm. I love visiting Castlebridge Farm and they were so kind enough to let us enjoy their peony field for this family photo session. I couldn’t be more grateful! As soon as mom told me that […]

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Pregnancy Announcement at Ellicott City’s Castlebridge Farm with DC and Maryland Family Photographer

parents stand holding toddler while mom shows off sonogram

8/15/2024

The fall is one of the most popular times of year for family portraits. I don’t blame my families for loving the rich colors – or the fact that it’s not 90+ degrees during our entire session! And while the scenery is beautiful, fantastic family photos take more than a great location to be gorgeous. […]

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Fall Family Photos: Your Guide to a Stress-Free Session with Maryland Lifestyle Photographer

two kids sit in knit blanket during fall family photos

8/08/2024

I absolutely adore the W family. I’ve worked with them before and it was such an honor to be asked to photograph their Maryland family session. This year, we documented them, their sweet boy, their pup and her parents. The grandparents help watch his son during the day and they wanted to thank her parents […]

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Maryland Family Session in Ellicott City with Maryland & DC Family Photographer

mom holds baby around hips during family photos on blanket

7/23/2024

Christina did an amazing job with our family photos. From the first time we spoke--she was incredibly thoughtful, organized and detail oriented to ensure the session would be a success.. – Katie A.

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