Family Photographer Northern VA
Your stress-free
is here.
photo girl
specializing in natural portraits for families & high school seniors
yay!
I know how fast time flies—the messy, beautiful, laugh-filled moments today are the ones you'll want to hold onto forever. That’s where I come in.
I bring a laid-back yet high-energy vibe to every session, keeping things light so I can capture your family as they really are and highlight your senior’s true personality. Whether it’s a big milestone or just a moment you never want to forget, I’m here to make sure you have the photos to remember it.
No stiff poses, no outfit panic—just you, your people, and a good time.
My sessions are relaxed and stress-free because real smiles don’t happen under pressure.
Authenticity
Comfort
Inclusivity
When you look back at your photos, I don’t want you to just see a pretty picture—I want you to feel the moment. That’s why I focus on capturing the real stuff: the laughter, the in-between glances, the way your family just is when you're together. Here’s what matters most to me when I’m behind the camera:
My core values
Everyone deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and cozy in front of the camera. No matter who you are, who your family is, or how you show up in the world—you're welcome here, exactly as you are.
Photo sessions shouldn’t be stressful. No overthinking, no worrying about angles or how your hair looks—just show up, have fun, and let me handle the rest.
No forced poses, no fake grins—just you, as you are. Whether it’s your family’s goofy side or your senior’s unique personality, I’m here to capture the real connections that make you...YOU.
Quit the office job to start my own thing! Kyle the Girl Photo is born in August
2018
Got my first job with a government contractor as their in-house graphic designer/occasional photographer
2011
Graduated with major in photography and minor in graphic design
2010
Managed the darkroom with all those delicious and probably toxic smells, participated in art shows, worked in the school theater box office, and generally loved being surrounded by all forms of art
2008
Started college at Shepherd University majoring in photography
2006
a little history behind
Got my first photography job doing sports pictures for local soccer clubs
2004
3 kids and one dog later, life is a busy, happy bustle of energy!
Today!
