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 […]

The N family was such a joy to work with! They braved the humidity of the summer with me to explore Tudor Place in Washington DC this year for their family photos. When mom and dad reached out to me about booking a family photo session, we discussed how important it was to them to […]

When planning your family photo session, there’s so much to think about. From locations, to the perfect outfits, to what time of day and who’s going to be taking your photos, a lot is already happening in the planning process. As a family photographer, I’ve also learned that the stress of family photos doesn’t end […]

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 […]

I absolutely love end of the year posts. They’re so much fun to write and I love collecting all the numbers to see how many of you I had the honor of serving. 2021 was a big year for my business (read about it here!) but 2022 was a year of refinement. I kept thinking […]

One of the first questions I get asked after a session is booked is: “So…. what time are we doing the session?” To be honest, the answer depends on a few factors that we decide at booking, including your location, date, and what time of day works best for your family. From there, we decide […]

Springtime in DC is one of my favorite times of year. The light sunsets, the sweet cherry blossoms, and the warm weather just create such beautiful days! This spring, I had the chance to meet up with M. and her parents for a family portrait session at the Constitutional Gardens and Albert Einstein Memorial here […]

Every once in awhile, I hear statements from parents booking a session for their family that make me smile. There’s a few myths about family photography that are circulating – and often prevent families from wanting to book sessions. I get it! Photo sessions can be stressful, but I wanted to take a moment 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 […]