I am going to let you in on a secret as a family photographer… having natural and effortless family photos actually does take some effort. A huge part of my job is helping you feel comfortable and confident throughout your session so that your final images feel so natural. Many families tell me that they’re […]

If I were to ever specialize in one thing, in-home family photo sessions might be it. I recently photographed this beautiful family in their Baltimore home and their session reminded me just how obsessed I am with in-home family photos. I was so happy when they raved about how stress-free the session was throughout our […]

There is a running joke that Maryland could have all 4 seasons in a week, but it is SO true. In one week, we could see rain, snow, extreme heat, windy days, and storms… as well as gorgeous blue sky sunny days. But, as a Maryland family photographer, the weather definitely has an impact on […]

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 […]

This winter, I made sure to practice what I preach, and we planned our own family photo session. We hired the incredible Natasha of NPS Photography to capture a lifestyle session in our home. She’s so talented and an in-home lifestyle guru, if you ask me. So, it was special to have her come and […]

As a mom of two littles who are growing way too fast, mom and me photos are so special to me. When this beautiful mama reached out to me about documenting her 8-month-old, I couldn’t say no to a fun session in the wildflowers. We had about a week to be ready once she booked […]

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 […]