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 […]

This sweet Shrine of St. Anthony’s spring mini session is sure to make you smile! I photograph a lot of sessions here at the Shrine of St. Anthony’s throughout the year, but these spring portraits are just so perfect. This is one of my favorite spots in Howard County because it’s always quiet and looks […]

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 […]

You probably know by now, but the Howard County Conservancy is one of my favorite places for sessions in the area. So, this year I hosted Fall Minis there. The J Family signed up for one of my slots and I’m so happy they did because I just love how their portraits turned out. Is […]

I love this time of year. Everyone, in the photography industry or not, takes the time to look back on what’s happened over the last year. It’s such a great time to slow down and really celebrate how far we’ve all come. I hope you don’t mind indulging me as I go through this end […]

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 […]