We have some fantastic locally owned toy stores in Northern Virginia. As a photographer focused on working with younger children, and substitute elementary school teacher, I have witnessed firsthand the incredible impact of play on children’s development. Play is not just a pastime; it is an essential ingredient in fostering creativity, imagination, and overall well-being....
Life in the DMV (that’s DC, Maryland, and Virginia for the uninitiated!) is a beautiful mix of urban energy, rich history, and natural serenity. It’s the perfect backdrop for building family traditions that will be cherished for generations. As a mom of 2 and local family photographer, I’m here to help you capture those moments,...
This blended family’s photo session was full of easy laughs and natural snuggles. I had such a fun morning with them. Baby Donnelly arrived 8 weeks early while visiting family out of state. To add to the excitement they had only just moved into their house but as I always say, we just need one...
One of the questions I’m asked the most as a Northern VA family photographer is, “Can you really get any good shots in 15mins?” The answer is yes, but, let’s talk about why and how. When it comes to working with young kids, flexibility is key. The downside of a mini session is it inherently...
Recently someone posted on Facebook looking for a Northern Virginia high school senior photo session, and I wanted to share this session from last year with them but realized I hadn’t blogged it. So here we are. We know I photograph mostly families with young children. But lately I have been getting more requests for...
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Specializing in lifestyle newborn, family, and maternity photography.