Deciding to book family photos is an exciting moment! You’re ready to document the special memories of this season of your life as a family. Once you know you’re ready to book, it’s time to find a photographer that meets your needs. But, if you’re not sure where to start to find the perfect family […]
A and Z welcomed their baby boy this summer! I was absolutely honored that they asked me to capture new portraits as a family of three in their NOVA home to celebrate his arrival. In the spring, I documented their maternity session, so I knew how excited these parents were to hold their new bundle […]
I love seeing families grow and change – it might be the most special part of my job! When Melanie of Melanie Jean Photography contacted me to document her family again to welcome their new daughter home, I was so honored. It feels like it was just yesterday, in the full-fledged pandemic, when I was […]
I’m not going to lie – one of my favorite messages to receive from a family is: “I have news, we are expecting.” My second most favorite message is: “Will you photograph our family when the baby arrives?” I absolutely love photographing families as they grow – whether it’s a new family to me, or […]
One of the most common questions I get from expecting parents is when they should book their newborn session with a lifestyle newborn photographer. My response is always the same: whenever you’re ready. For years, photographers said newborn sessions needed to be done between 5-12 days after birth. But the reality is that you, baby, […]
“Lifestyle” photography has become a bit of a buzzword in the photography community. But, what is lifestyle photography? What does it really mean? Today, I want to break down my definition of lifestyle photography – and what it means for your family. I also want to touch on how you can find a lifestyle photographer […]
You may have noticed that many newborn sessions feature little ones with a white onesie. It’s not a coincidence that a lot of photographers recommend these simple outfits for their clients’ newborn sessions. I, along with many other newborn photographers, want to create a simplified experience for our families that really allows your final images […]
In-home sessions are some of my favorite things to photograph. Families just come alive at home, in their favorite spaces, together. It’s always a joy to watch and it’s typically way less stressful for my families, especially if they have little ones. I’m all about making your portrait session easy and stress-free! When planning your […]