Stanton Park Cherry Blossoms Newborn Photos, a brand-new baby, and a family who literally lives around the corner. This session had my heart from the very beginning. There are some sessions that just feel like they were meant to happen, and this was absolutely one of them. When this sweet family reached out about their […]

Have you ever wondered what happens after your session? Hair and makeup done, the most beautiful morning behind you, and now you’re wondering… what happens next? I’ve got you. Here’s exactly what to expect, step by step, so there are zero surprises. One of the things I hear most from new clients is that they […]

There’s just something about maternity photos at the National Cathedral cherry blossoms that feels extra magical. Maybe it’s the soft spring blooms paired with the grand, old-world architecture… or maybe it’s that tiny window of peak bloom that makes everything feel a little more special. This particular session had such a fun layer to it […]

If you’ve found yourself Googling when to book your maternity session, you’re definitely not alone. It’s one of the most common questions I get, and honestly, timing really does make a difference in how relaxed, prepared, and enjoyable your experience feels. So let’s walk through it in a simple, no-stress way. When to book your […]

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 […]