Claire and Roger welcomed baby Neven at the end of December, what a wonderful and happy way to end 2020! And my camera couldn’t get enough of him, from his precious button nose to his tiny little toes, this in-home newborn session was one of my favorites for sure! They are a good looking couple, but their warmth, easy going demeanor, and pure love for their changing (for the better!) family shines through in their smiles and the twinkle in their eye makes their family even more beautiful. It was such a pleasure to photograph Neven after meeting Claire and Roger at their wedding this summer.
Congratulations!!!
Welcome Baby Lily!
In 2016, Mary and Brian were married on a sunny day in the shade of the Jefferson Memorial (link) in downtown DC. This year they welcomed a beautiful baby girl - Lily! Lily rocked her newborn session, she was all affection and on very special moments, showed us her *adorable* smile with dimples. Congratulations, Mary and Brian! It was an honor to meet your little girl.
Happy First Birthday, Little Girl! A summer 1st birthday portrait session
Little Olivia has grown into a beautiful one year old! I got to see her when she was just a tiny newborn, and I’m honored her parents asked me to take her first birthday portraits as well! We spent a beautiful evening at Dumbarton House - they left their gardens open for guests to enjoy while places were closed for the pandemic. It’s become my favorite spot for portraits, or just to spend the afternoon reading a book. The vast grounds make it easy to stay at least 6 feet away, so we are always at a very safe distance while still capturing loving, unposed, family portraits.
Newborn during Social Distancing :: a ray of light comes into the world
With everything that has been going on, it’s been hard to find positivity, let alone envision the future. This beautiful mama was heartbroken there would be no photos of her first child’s first days on earth - until we worked out a wonderful system to keep everyone safe and at a distance, while capturing these precious moments that will never come again. Their cul-de-sac was private and empty. They put out a brand new, sealed, hospital mask for me near their front steps. We spent just 15 minutes, at least 10 feet apart, on their front porch and capture over 40 unforgettable photos. I used my sharp, L-series telephoto zoom lens to get up close and personal from so far away. This little baby’s smile and his parents’ love put a smile on my face and hope in my future.
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Welcome Baby Adrian!
This precious little girl was just 10 days old yesterday during her photoshoot, and she rocked every minute of it - from giggling in her sleep with a smile, staring wide-eyed at the camera, holding onto her mama’s finger, yawning, and even sneezing! I can’t wait to see how her little personality emerges over the next year.
First Newborn of 2020!
Back in January, Danielle and Chris welcomed an absolutely precious baby boy into their family. With his two older brothers already experienced toddlers, he’ll be in good hands as he grows up in this wonderful, loving bunch!
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Check out their gorgeous autumn family portraits here!
Cherry & Roosvelt Welcome Newborn Raylah!
I can’t remember a more photogenic family…they were all smiles and happiness, and we even got a few giggles out of Raylah! Congratulations Cherry and Roosvelt!
Millie, Mayank, and Kai welcome baby Erhi !
It’s giggle-filled playtime sessions like these that make me even more thankful to be a photographer - and you’ll see, I found my new assistant!
BONUS: we got to see Kai get up close and personal with his sister for the first time - very touching moments indeed.
Kai’s newborn portraits
Kai’s 6-month portraits
Kai’s first birthday portraits
Newborn In-home Portrait Session :: Joe!
~ A good laugh is sunshine in the house. ~
William Thackeray
Attempting to get their dog to lay with dignity in Sharon’s lap, we burst
out laughing at him laying like a big baby instead!
Welcome little Olivia! ~ Newborn Portraits
~ Precious and sweet like a little flower ~
Naomi's Newborn Portrait Session!
Shannon & Justin welcomed precious little Naomi in March, and held their portrait session at their beautiful home in Virginia so we could include their dogs in the photos.
