Portraits

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 […]

Finding a newborn photographer can be overwhelming. If you’ve been looking for a while, it can all start to look the same, right? Here are 6 Questions to Ask Your Newborn Photographer before hiring one to ensure that they are professional and the right fit for you. 6 Questions to Ask Your Newborn Photographer What […]

This spring, I hosted a mini session day for cherry blossom photos in Alexandria. It was a seriously gorgeous, warm spring day – almost 80 degrees! We could not have gotten a better weekend for peak bloom of the Yoshino cherry blossom trees. They are the most abundant type of cherry blossoms in the D.C. […]

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 […]

This year, I held my fall mini sessions at Burke Lake Park. Burke Lake is an ideal spot for family photos. I found a spot along the lake for families to come meet for a quick photo update in some beautiful scenery. The M family wanted updated family photos, as well as some pictures of […]

This Old Town Alexandria Maternity Session was an absolute joy to capture! Amanda and her family are expecting their second baby girl, and it was a privilege to document this special time. The session took place on a warm September day, with just a hint of fall in the air. The trees were still green, […]

As an Old Town Alexandria photographer, I often work with families who are figuring out the best timing for their photo sessions. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing a lovely family of four, including their two-year-old daughter and three-month-old baby boy. I love that this family chose to wait a bit longer before scheduling […]

I recently had the joy of photographing my neighbors’ beautiful new baby, Sienna. As good friends, it was extra special to capture these precious moments for their family. Northern Virginia in-home Newborn Photography sessions are a favorite of mine because they are intimate and relaxed. Sienna was a dream to work with. She was calm […]

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a sweet family in Alexandria, Virginia. They had just welcomed their second child, a beautiful baby girl. Their almost two-year-old son was also part of the session, making it even more special. In-home sessions are perfect for newborn photography. Families feel more relaxed in their own space, and […]