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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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

As a Anne Arundel County family lifestyle photographer, my goal is to capture your family in a space that allows everyone to feel relaxed and like themselves. For many families, that’s their home – a space that’s cozy and as a result, their photos feel very “homey”. But, for a lot of other families, their […]

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Bringing the Warmth of Home to the Great Outdoors: How to Make Outdoor Family Photos Feel Cozy

parents hold sons upside down during outdoor family photos in DC

6/13/2024

Now that summer is here, it’s time for my Wildflower Minis! I love offering these sessions for my families – and that I get to meet lots of new families, too! These sessions take place is a beautiful little wildflower patch in Howard County and are a great chance to update your family photos with […]

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Wildflower Minis with Howard County Maryland Family Photographer

mom stands behind son while he looks at yellow wildflowers

6/06/2024

I just adored working with this extended family for their lifestyle session. Extended family sessions are typically chaotic – in the best way – because you’ve got so many people together to photograph. But this family’s lifestyle photos were so calm and peaceful. It was important to Kim and her family to capture the special […]

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Family Lifestyle Photos in Fairfax VA with Northern Virginia Family Photographer

grandparents laugh with grandchildren on their lap during lifestyle family photos in Northern VA

5/15/2024

I have a confession: I don’t get the hype of fall family photos. I know I might get some side eye for this. But, it’s the truth!  I’ve been a Maryland lifestyle family photographer for years and I just… don’t understand them. Phew, I said it out loud! So many families wait until the fall […]

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Book Family Photos to Document Everyday Life | Inspiration from Maryland Lifestyle Family Photographer

Why you should book family photos to document everyday life: thoughts from Maryland family photographer Christina Tundo Photography

4/11/2024

This beautiful Bethesda new life session was special to me. The C family wanted to document the arrival of their new little girl and the relationship with her big sister. They shared that their older daughter arrived during the height of the COVID pandemic and they weren’t able to capture photos of her first days […]

Lifestyle Newborns

Bethesda, Maryland Newborn Lifestyle Session

toddler climbs on dad while mom holds new baby girl

4/04/2024

I am so excited to share this beautiful Hearth & Home Project! A Hearth is a symbol of one’s home – and it really became part of the meaning behind this beautiful family lifestyle session. I wanted to document that moment in some family’s lives where there is so much love… and so much coffee. […]

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Hearth & Home Project: Howard County Newborn Family Lifestyle Session

mom holds daughter while her son leans on chest of newborn daughter

3/21/2024

In-home family photos are probably my favorite way to document my CTP families. The images and moments we capture just feel so authentic and true to who you are. Getting ready for family photos – whether they’re at your home or on location – does require a little bit of prep work. As your Maryland […]

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Preparing for In-Home Family Photos with Maryland and DC Family Photographer

parents sit on couch holding son on lap

3/07/2024

Capturing new life (or newborn) sessions is so special to me. Families are welcoming a new life to their home, and there’s so many beautiful things happening. My job as a DC and Maryland newborn lifestyle photographer is to capture those special, once-in-a-lifetime moments as your family grows. While every family is different, I aim […]

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New Life Session Workflow with DC and Maryland Newborn Lifestyle Photographer 

family of three smiles on bed during newborn photos in Maryland

2/22/2024

Springtime is one of my favorite times of year for family photos. The colors and flowers are back in bloom everywhere you look and the weather is often the perfect temperature for tie outside. It’s definitely beautiful outside so I love capturing photos at some of my favorite locations, but what I love even more […]

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Capturing Authentic Spring Moments with Maryland Family Photographer

tips for capturing authentic spring portraits with Maryland family photographer Christina Tundo Photography

2/08/2024

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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