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 […]
As a newborn lifestyle photographer in Maryland and the DMV area, I’ve had the absolute honor of capturing special moments for so many of my clients. I’ve photographed bedtime routines, special family celebrations, and new homes. I’ve documented nurseries being built and bellies rounding – and every single photo I capture is special and meaningful […]
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 […]
Searching for a family photographer that meets your style and needs is not always easy. Not only do you want to find a photographer that uses a style you like, but you also want to feel comfortable with them, too. There’s something intimate about having your portrait taken, especially when your family is involved. As […]
After being a Maryland family photographer for several years now, I’ve got some tips to help make your child more comfortable for family portraits. Oftentimes, parents are worried about how their kids or toddlers will handle being in front of the camera. I get it – it can be a lot to have a stranger […]
One of the common questions I get from families who are inquiring about a family portrait session is “what if I don’t want my images shared on social media?”. So, I thought I’d share some of my thoughts and the options you and your family have when it comes to your privacy related to your […]
As a family photographer in the DMV area, I’m always looking for ways to improve my photography, my offerings, and portraits I create for my clients. The memories we capture are important, and I want to do everything I can to develop a stress-free process that is meaningful and exactly what you’re hoping for. This […]
During childhood, there’s so many special moments that should be documented for your baby. It’s common to see photographers offering sessions at newborn, 6 months, and 12 months. Personally, my favorite time to photograph infants is between 7 and 10 months. This is such a fun age! Babies are smiling a lot more and you […]
Choosing outfits for your family portraits doesn’t have to be difficult this fall! Every client has access to my styling service, Style and Select, to help choose clothing pieces to wear. It takes into account what you have in your own closet and what I have in my client closet – saving you time and […]
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 […]
This year, I offered parenthood sessions in Seneca Creek Park and it was a dream come true! We had a gorgeous peony field to work in… it was heaven for this photographer!! I knew that I wanted to offer sessions to capture the incredible connections parents have with their children and all of these Seneca […]