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Hi there! I'm Melissa, a Northern Virginia Family & Newborn Photographer. Welcome to my journal, where you can find recent sessions, location ideas, tips for your best session, and more!
Sometimes, second chances lead to the most meaningful photos. As an Alexandria VA newborn photographer, I’ve seen it before – a family hires a photographer, but the images fall short or never even arrive.
That’s what happened to this sweet family. Their first session didn’t reflect the beauty and tenderness of those early days. So they made a brave choice. They decided to try again – this time with someone they could trust.
They came to my studio hoping for something different. With over nine years of experience, I know how to create a calm, connected space that lets families relax and soak in the moment. This session was full of softness and light. We wrapped their baby girl in warm pinks, simple textures, and timeless setups that highlighted her tiny features.
The magic showed up in the quiet details—her curled toes, the shape of her little lips, the way her parents looked at her like she was the whole world.
It was peaceful. Simple. Professional but personal at the same time. Exactly what I aim for in every newborn session.
I’m so thankful they trusted me to help rewrite this part of their story.
If you’re searching for an Alexandria VA newborn photographer, know this: newborn photography isn’t just about pretty pictures. It’s about trust, connection, and preserving the moments you’ll want to remember forever. It takes more than a good camera. It takes heart.
If you’re expecting and want images that feel honest, gentle, and timeless – I’d be honored to photograph this chapter for you.
You deserve a photographer who cares. You deserve to trust the process – and love the result.
Melissa Sheridan Photography offers family, maternity, and newborn photography for clients across Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland. Her approach is warm, thoughtful, and relaxed – focused on capturing what’s real, not just what’s posed. Whether documenting a quiet moment at home or a walk through a local park, she helps families feel seen and supported during these meaningful seasons of life. Interested in booking a session? Reach out to learn more. See more of her work on Instagram and Facebook.
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offer portrait photo sessions for families, newborns, maternity, and military evens in the Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. area. She has over 9 years of experience and is based in Alexandria, Virginia.
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