Much like many of your 2020 calendars, mine started off normal, hopeful, and excited for what the year would bring. In March all of that plummeted, quickly and obviously unexpectedly, like many of your calendars as well. There was a lot of stress with all of the unknowns which again I’m sure you’re familiar with. […]

Behind the Scenes

Recap of my 2020 | Northern Virginia Family and Senior Photographer

The email you have been waiting for has arrived: “Your gallery from Kyle the Girl Photography is ready!”. Jump for joy, open the gallery, and slowly click through and savor each image on the large screen of your computer (this is how I imagine it to be, don’t inform me otherwise!). But now what do you do with […]

Family Session Tips

Photo display ideas for family pictures | Springfield, VA Family and Senior Photographer

Are you a photographer? Or are you a client? This blog is for both of you! If you ever have a series of images you want to turn into an animated GIF then let me show you how in 3 easy steps. You can use images from your family or Senior session or images you take with your phone. Any combination […]

Behind the Scenes

How to make a GIF with your photos | Gainesville, VA Family and Senior Photographer

Are you looking for a perfect gift for Grandma? Maybe for her birthday, Mothers Day, or Christmas? Or maybe your family is gathering together and you want to capture that time for all of you to enjoy. In the session below, the two sisters went in together for an extended family photo session for their […]

Family Session Tips

A perfect gift for Grandma | Alexandria, VA Extended Family Photographer

The essence of Senior pictures is capturing their personality. Bottle up everything that defines who they are and treasure it forever. Show every side of their character, their talents, and their identity during this special time in their lives. This Senior girl represents all of this and more.  We met at the Workhouse Arts Center as it […]

Senior Session Tips

Showing your personality in your Senior session | Northern Virginia Senior Photographer

This is NOT your average family session. Just a friendly warning that the end takes a fun little twist. Go ahead and scroll to the bottom, I’ll wait.  See?? I told you! This was my second time photographing this sweet family so when the Dad emailed me beforehand saying he was going to pop THE question, I was thrilled […]

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A session with a surprise! | Arlington, VA Family and Senior Photographer

You guys, this was my first ever Old Town session. I know, I know, I can’t believe it either. I just never had a request for it and I never made it happen. Well, I am kicking myself now for not making it happen! Trying something new – location, lens, time of day – is […]

Real Clients

Old Town Alexandria family session | Alexandria, VA Family and Senior Photographer

This question comes up often: what is the most challenging age to photograph? After a solid 2 years as a Northern Virginia family photographer  I can confidently answer that question. To me the age is 12-24 months old, or roughly the age they learn to walk until 2 years old. If you are a mom of any […]

Behind the Scenes, Family Session Tips

What’s the most challenging age to photograph? | Burke, VA Family and Senior Photographer

Running your own business is a lesson in growth: growing as a person, growing in your photography journey, growing in your client relations, and learning to manage your time as you run a business while continuing with all the other aspects of life. As my second year of being a Northern Virginia Family and Senior Photographer comes to […]

Behind the Scenes

What I Learned in my Second Year of Business | Springfield, VA Family and Senior Photographer

We have all been spending more time inside with the Virginia stay-at-home orders in place. I hope you are continuing to document your time together as a family and capture moments that your kids will treasure. We have had many ups and downs in our days, but I try to remember that my toddlers will […]

Family Session Tips

How to Find Good Light for Indoor Pictures | Springfield, VA Family Photographer

Having been in business for a year and a half, I feel confident in knowing my ideal family session client. I can spot them in Target or playing at a park with their kids. I see them hiking in the woods together or relaxing by a lake. I think that only experience can give you this […]

Behind the Scenes, Family Session Tips

My Ideal Client for Family Sessions | Woodbridge, VA Photography

You may have heard of a 365 Project where you take a photo a day for one year. Every day for 365 days. It sounds intimidating and it is, but the payoff is extraordinary. I have learned so much more than I would have ever thought I could and I want to share how I’ve grown […]

Behind the Scenes

Tips for Starting Your 365 Project | Springfield, VA Family and Senior Photographer

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