As a senior photographer, I spend a lot of time up close with smiles. I notice the details most people don’t—the confidence in a genuine grin, the hesitation in a tight-lipped smile, and the little things that make someone feel proud to show their teeth. And as a mom, I think about those smiles long...
As a family photographer, I spend a lot of time focusing on smiles. I notice the little things: the way kids grin when they’re proud of themselves, the gap-toothed giggles, the shy half-smiles that turn into something big. And as a mom, I think about those smiles in a totally different way, too; how to...
I wear a lot of hats — mom of teenagers and small business owner chief among them. And somewhere between monitoring what my kids are doing online and making sure my business data is locked down, I realized those two worlds have a lot more in common than I ever expected. Investing in business IT support taught...
If you’ve ever stood in the toothpaste aisle wondering how much toothpaste to use for your child, or which option is actually best, you’re definitely not alone. Between colorful packaging, “natural” labels, and well-meaning advice from every corner of the internet, choosing the right toothpaste for kids can feel surprisingly complicated. That’s why I’m excited...
Every year, school pictures come home. Every year, parents squint at the order form and think some version of, Wait…why does this cost so much? and still order the package anyway — because grandma is going to ask, and we all know it. I have two kids. I’m right there with you. This post isn’t...
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Our clients happily invest $1,200–$3,500+ in their Northern Virginia photography experience, available in: Loudoun County (Leesburg, Purcellville, Middleburg, Lovettsville, Round Hill, Hillsboro, Hamilton, Ashburn, Sterling, South Riding, Brambleton, Lansdowne, Broadlands, Aldie, Waterford, Arcola, Lincoln, Paeonian Springs, Stone Ridge); Fairfax County (Herndon, Vienna, Clifton, Reston, McLean, Great Falls, Fairfax, Annandale, Falls Church, Springfield, Burke, Lorton, Oakton, Chantilly, Centreville, Merrifield, Dunn Loring, West Springfield, Franconia, Mount Vernon, Fair Lakes, Fair Oaks, Kings Park, Kings Park West, Lake Barcroft); Arlington; Alexandria; and Washington DC.
Specializing in lifestyle newborn, family, and high school senior photography; we don’t just take pictures, we create art that captures your story with intention and an edge of magic.