As a newborn photographer, I spend my days capturing tiny details—those gummy smiles, soft cheeks, and the sweetest little mouths that change so quickly in the first year. One question I hear from new parents all the time is when to start brushing baby teeth, especially when that very first tooth begins to peek through...
As a full time school photographer, I spend my days capturing bright smiles—from tiny preschool grins to confident elementary schoolers—and I’ve learned just how much a healthy mouth impacts a child’s confidence. Today’s guest author is Dr. Vani Takiar, a board-certified pediatric dentist and the heart behind Tooth Clues – The Dental Detective for Kids...
If you’re a parent, you’ve probably heard it before:“Can we pleeeease get a puppy?”“What if we just borrowed a kitten for a little while?” What if there was a way to give your child that joy without making a 10+ year commitment? Today I’m telling you more about our experience fostering for Loudoun County Animal...
We all know the drill: perfect attendance awards, make-up work folders, the scramble to log on to Schoology or Google Classroom even when your kid is clearly not well. Our culture has long glorified productivity and “pushing through,” even when our bodies (or minds) are begging for rest. As adults, we might take a sick...
If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “Washington DC playgrounds” with a stroller in one hand and a snack bag in the other, you’re not alone. Whether you live in DC or you’re visiting with kids, you’ll quickly realize the city is filled with imaginative, inclusive, and beautifully designed play spaces. From splash pads and climbing...
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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.