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Hi friend! My name is Jessica, I am a newborn and family photographer based in Washington Dc. I find it an absolute honor to photograph you with your little ones. I adore baby toes and that unforgettable newborn smell. 

This Magnolia Blossom Family Session felt magical under the pink blooms. It’s no secret that DC is known for its beautiful Cherry blossom season but if I had to choose…the magnolias are my absolute favorite. The Smithsonian Gardens and Rawlins Park are the two best locations in the city that showcase the magnolias blooms the […]

Families

March 27, 2024

Magnolia Blossom Family Session | Rawlins Park, DC

This Capitol Hill Newborn Session was so sweet filled with an excited big sister and the most beautiful baby girl. It was a rainy morning but it felt so good to capture all the snuggles and cozy feelings in their home. Big sister loved her baby but also loved to jump on the best and […]

Newborn

March 8, 2024

Capitol Hill Newborn Session | Washington DC Newborn Photographer

Twin Boy Photo Session This twin boy photo session was absolutely the sweetest. I photographed them at their first newborn photos session and it felt so special to be back in their home. The parents value family in such an amazing way. They were so calm and you can tell the children mirror their wonderful […]

Newborn

March 4, 2024

Twin Boy Photo Session | Alexandria, VA Newborn Photographer

This Whimsical Spring Family Session felt like a dream. The sweet baby, lovely mother, gorgeous blossoms and family bond was all so wonderful. I had photographed my clients for their maternity session at this same location and we wanted to return for a full circle with little Posey. You can view their maternity session here. […]

Families

March 1, 2024

Whimsical Spring Family Session | Magnolia Blossoms

My wish as your Washington DC Newborn Photographer is that we capture timeless and joy-filled portraits together. I love entering your home and creating custom imagery that showcases your family in a beautiful and stress-free way. Most of my newborn photos take place in the parent’s master bedroom or the nursery. This mama had a […]

Newborn

February 28, 2024

Washington DC Newborn Photographer | Bethesda, MD

Choosing your outfits for a photo session can feel overwhelming and just a bit stressful. I hope these outfit ideas for spring sessions can be helpful to you. I always suggest light color when choosing outfit ideas for spring sessions. Soft tones and textures, and small floral prints are lovely. Here are a list of […]

Uncategorized

February 26, 2024

Outfit Ideas for Spring Sessions | Washington, DC Family Photographer

Motherhood is far from easy. It takes daily sacrifice of serving your family even when you feel uncomfortable (third trimester) or tired. I watch so many wonderful mothers guide their children in beautiful ways and I think it’s so important to step back and see who you are to them. It gives such perspective seeing […]

Families

February 23, 2024

A Glimpse of Motherhood | Catlett, VA Photographer

You will just love this Washington DC newborn session. Not only is this Washington DC newborn session full of beautiful light, it has the snuggliest baby too. Little Connor was so alert and content during his session. A simple white onesie was all he needed to showcase his adorable face and baby features. Keeping things […]

Newborn

February 16, 2024

Washington DC Newborn Session

The only way I know how to describe our son’s birth is “hard and holy.” I say OUR because it wasn’t just me who delivered our son, it was my faithful husband, my twin sister who drove all the way from West Virginia and stepped in as a doula, the amazing hospital staff and the […]

Baby Burdge

February 14, 2024

Our Positive Hospital Birth | Robert’s Birth Story

Washington DC Newborn Photographer It is such a delight being a Washington DC newborn photographer. I have the honor of entering the most fragile and joyful time in a family’s life. Bringing a newborn home changes your life if it’s your first or fifth. They are their own little person and adding them to your […]

Newborn

February 12, 2024

Washington DC Newborn Photographer | At-home Newborn Session

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