What if it’s rainy or cloudy on my session day? This is one of the most common questions I get, and I totally get why. Weather can feel like the one thing we can’t control, especially here in the DC area where it seems to change its mind every five minutes. So let’s walk through […]

Choosing where your newborn session will take place is one of the most important decisions you’ll make, and if you’re wondering how to choose the best location for your newborn session: in-home vs. studio vs. outdoor, you’re in exactly the right place. This decision truly shapes the overall feel of your images, but more importantly, […]

If you’re wondering how to prepare your home for an in-home newborn session, let me start with the thing that almost every family is surprised by: You do not need to clean your entire home. I know that’s usually the first thought. You just had a baby, things feel a little all over the place, […]

How to prep your toddler for a newborn session is one of the most common questions I get from families, and honestly, I get it. Toddlers are a little unpredictable, and adding a brand new baby into the mix can feel like a lot. But I promise you, with a little bit of intentional prep, […]

This post is all about the best DC cherry blossom locations we have and how to choose the right one for your portraits. Each location is stunning in its own right and has advantages based off best time of day for portraits, architecture, photo permits, hours, etc. Although I adore all of these locations, I […]

Some sessions begin with a location, but this one truly began with a piece of art that has stayed with me for years. When I started envisioning these maternity photos at the Estate at River Run, I kept returning to the classic painting Ophelia and the softness, florals, and sense of floating that make it […]

There is something incredibly meaningful about being invited back into a family’s story. This sweet session just outside of Olney, Maryland in Brookeville was extra special because it was the second time I’ve had the honor of photographing this family. A few years ago, I photographed their Olney newborn photos, documenting their first son as […]

Preparing for family photos does not have to feel overwhelming. A little planning goes a long way in helping your session feel relaxed, fun, and smooth from start to finish. If you have ever wondered what to bring to a family photo session, this guide covers the essentials that make a big difference, especially when […]

Downtown DC family photos are extra special at sunrise, and this sweet session at Constitution Gardens couldn’t have been a better way to start the morning. The park was quiet, the light was golden, and this family’s two little girls showed up ready to explore from the moment they arrived. Constitution Gardens is one of […]

We did these Constitution Garden newborn photos in mid-November, but you would never know it was a chilly morning! There is something magical about photographing a young family outdoors, and Constitution Gardens in Washington DC offered the perfect setting for Cooper and Dylan as they celebrated life with their sweet baby boy. At just two […]