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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. 

Summer Photos in a Rose Garden always feel so magical with the blooming roses and the soft light. The Bon Air Rose garden is stunning! It’s located in Arlington not far off the highway and just 30 minutes outside of DC. The perfect spring and summer location for family photos. The soft yellow and pink […]

Families

October 5, 2026

Summer Photos in a Rose Garden

These sunrise photos at the Capitol were bright and fun-filled. I love when parents enter into the phase of their child well. Toddlers are full of energy and need movement so that’s exactly what we did. We met early due to the summer heat and we all are grateful. We danced, giggled and played games. […]

Families

September 28, 2026

Sunrise Photos at the Capitol | Washington DC Family Photographer

This Family Session at Manassas Battlefield felt like something out of a dream. It warmed me all the way through. From the gorgeous outfits to the wonderful bond this family had together. They were so relaxed and loving, making my job easy to photograph their connections. I love when clients choose the Manassas Battlefield for […]

Families

September 14, 2026

Family Session at Manassas Battlefield

These extended family portraits felt very special. The entire family flew into DC to support their sister who had a special ceremony at the Pentagon. It was rather last minute, but the Grandmother emailed me asking if I could take their extended family photos. I was delighted! I love the mix of formal photos alongside […]

Families

August 17, 2026

Extended Family Portraits | Washington DC Family Photographer

These patriotic photos at the Capitol felt like the perfect timing with the celebration of 250 years for America. I loved watching the connection this sweet mother had with her children. They were so close! She wanted to remember their trip to DC together as a family and revisit the places they had enjoyed with […]

Families

August 10, 2026

Patriotic Photos at the Capitol

This mother and daughter photo session among the blooming azaleas felt like a dream. Mama wanted special portraits to remember this sweet age of her daughter. The choice of white dresses paired perfectly with the bright pop of color from the blooms were lovely. This wonderful location is next to the Bon Air Rose garden […]

Families

August 3, 2026

Mother and Daughter Photo Session

Family Photos at the Library of Congress always turn out so beautifully. I always feel like we are somewhere in Europe when we photograph at the Library. The stunning architecture, the beautiful stairs and the patina on the lamp posts. The best times to photograph at this location is in the morning or at sunset […]

Children, Families

July 13, 2026

Family Photos at the Library of Congress

These family portraits at Constitution Gardens felt like the perfect start to summer. We met in the early evening and the sun filtered perfectly through the willow tree. You can’t find many willows in DC so this makes the Constitution Gardens a favorite spot for family photos. The gardens are located near the Washington Monument […]

Families

June 29, 2026

Family Portraits at Constitution Gardens

I’ve recently had the nudge to take less photos on my phone and take more meaningful photos with my professional camera. There are multiple reasons that have led me here. I want to be more present with my children. So many times I have found myself so concerned about not missing the photo that I […]

Baby Burdge, Children, Families

June 22, 2026

Baby in the Kitchen Sink | Passion Project

These family photos on the farm felt like they came from a storybook. I so enjoyed the evening with the B family! They have a strong family bond and truly love being with each other. We met at their family home and I immediately saw the beautiful light coming in through the trees behind the […]

Families

June 15, 2026

Family Photos on the Farm | Catlett, VA Family Photographer

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