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There are an overwhelming amount of photographers in business. As a northern Virginia family photographer I know how difficult it can be to hire one for a family session. But good news! This blog will help guide your searching and make narrowing it down easier. Yay for easy things! First and foremost, do you like […]

Having been in business as a northern virginia family photographer for 7 years, I know there a few key things that will make your family photography session go smoothly. Being present at your session, focusing on the experience the kids are having, letting them play, and staying connected through touch are some of the topics […]

As a DC family photographer I often use Green Spring Gardens. This location is filled with blooms from April-November due to the work of volunteers and plant experts. The park has 2 ponds, a native plant garden, a greenhouse, a plant shop, a historic house, and a horticulture reference library. If your family is wanting […]

Warning: I am biased about how I feel when I see these photos. Because you guys…this is my brother!! And he just got engaged! We love her to pieces and are so excited for them! So naturally, now that she’s part of the family, I asked if I could take their engagement photos and get […]

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 […]

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 […]

Did your photographer suggest a sunrise or early morning session? Does the thought of waking up early for a family session make you cringe? Here are some reasons you should choose a sunrise session: 1. Hands down I love sunrise or early morning sessions during the summer months. It’s cooler (I mean 75 degrees is better […]

How often does your family get together? And when it happens, how often do you get everyone in a picture? This family is all relatively local, but capturing all members together is still a rarity. Together they were 3 family units and one set of grandparents. The 5 kids included one set of twins and one […]