We had plans for an outdoor photo session but it just so happened to be one of the hottest days in DC. 100 degree temps and humidity doesn’t work well with toddlers and photos. So we opted to take them inside at the Portrait Gallery. I love this spot! It has a large courtyard with […]

Sarah’s outdoor maternity session at the Smithsonian Gardens in DC was so beautiful. The soft morning light, her lovely blush pink maternity dress and magnolia blossoms complimented each other perfectly. The gardens were quiet in the early morning so we had the chance to walk abound without having to dodge crowds of people. Little Alana […]

Thoughts about Becoming a Mother I Promise… If you call my name, I will listen. If you reach for me, I will hold you. If you need me, I will be there. And when you are grown, I will still. -Author Unknown- It’s hard to believe that in a few short weeks (6 weeks to […]

I love when new clients say they found me through a friend. I immediently know they will be wonderful people! Referrals from past clients is the only form of advertising I use. It keeps my business “in the family.” Repeated client truly feel like family to me and is the biggest compliment a photographer can […]

Janet is an incredible mother. She has taught me a lot about balance between family and work; keeping quality time together without distractions. We took several portraits of her and Laurel together before the next little one is born. I love the connection they have between mother and daughter. Enjoy a few of my favorites […]

Kathie emailed me about taking maternity photos for her and Doug. She really wanted outside photos but it had been so cold in Dc. I suggested taking them to the Botanical Gardens and she was totally up for it. It went perfectly. We got there as soon as it opened so we had the place […]

These two. They have done everything together since they were born; and now they get to share in the wonder of motherhood. It’s beautiful to watch them grow, love and nurture the incredible bond of being twin sisters. May you enjoy this season of waiting and expectancy to the fullest! “Perhaps this is the moment […]

From the moment I met Seda, I wanted to call her a friend. She is brave, strong and loves people for who they are.  She makes Motherhood look so fun and relaxed. Most of all I love Seda’s heart for her home and the people of Cambodia.  She somehow always leaves me laughing and more […]

Many times I want to share my clients stories. The strengths and struggles behind the pretty photographs. Some stories are too deep, personal, and not mine to share. I hope in some small way you can feel the journey of the wonderful people I am blessed to meet, get to know, and later call friends. […]