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Washington, D.C. is among one of the most unique and beautiful places to photograph. My best photo session locations in Washington, D.C. are listed below. D.C. can be very busy, so many of these locations I exclusively photograph at sunrise to avoid crowds and get the best lighting. For more information on sessions along the […]

Best Photo Session Locations in Washington, D.C.

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Welcoming a new baby is one of the most special times in your life, and choosing between a lifestyle vs. studio newborn session is an important decision. As a Northern Virginia Newborn Photographer, I offer both in-home lifestyle and posed studio newborn sessions. Both are very sweet, but can be very different. When planning your […]

Lifestyle vs. Studio Newborn Sessions: Which is Right for You?

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Having photographed families for nearly nine years, I’ve learned a few secrets for making your photo session the best it can be. Here are three things to avoid in your photo session — and what to do instead — to ensure an amazing photo experience!   3 Things to Avoid in Your Photo Session (and […]

3 Things to Avoid in Your Photo Session (and What to Do Instead)

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Today I’m sharing Family Photo Outfit tips for fall and winter. Fall is a magical time of year, and it’s perfect for capturing those precious family moments. The vibrant colors, cozy vibes, and cool weather create an ideal backdrop for your family photos. But as you prepare for your session, one question often arises: What […]

Family Photo Outfit Tips for Fall & Winter

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Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of capturing many beautiful weddings. Each one has been filled with its own unique love story. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and look at some of my favorite past wedding images. Ahh, the beauty of a perfectly put together wedding, the celebrating of two people committing […]

Refocusing on Family Photography: Why I’m Shifting Away from Weddings

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Hi friends! If you’ve been around a while, you are not at all surprised that our family is on the move – again! I will now be a Northern VA Family Photographer! This is our 7th PCS in 13 years so we have this moving thing down! Melissa Sheridan Photography | Northern VA Family Photographer […]

Northern VA Family Photographer | MSP is Moving!

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What to wear for Family Photos! This has to be my most asked question and biggest client pain point, for sure! As someone with a family who also needs to be documented in photos yearly, I get it! Outfits can be so hard, especially if you are the mom who is planning them all. It’s […]

What to Wear for Family Photos | Northern Virginia Photographer

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Today marks my anniversary of 5 years in business! And it’s my birthday too! 🎂 You can read my whole journey about creating my photography business here. But the long and short of it is… one day, we were driving back home to Texas from a trip to my in-laws. I saw a field of […]

5 Things I’ve Learned in 5 years in Business

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Happy first day of spring! I’m excited to talk about what to wear for spring family pictures today. What to wear for family pictures is my most asked client concern, right behind “we’re terrible in front of the camera! Can you help us?” to which the answer is: absolutely. But that’s a topic for another […]

What to Wear for Spring Family Pictures

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What to Wear Spring Family Pictures Melissa Sheridan