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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. 

I have been a Washington DC Newborn Photographer for over 12 years and it will never loose it’s wonder. I love watching families grow and adding tiny people into their lives. This sweet baby girl was welcomed by a very excited big brother. We took all their portraits in their DC city row house. Many […]

Newborn

August 31, 2026

Washington DC Newborn Photographer

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 at the Capitol may just be some favorites of mine! I love showing clients some of the most beautiful spots in DC. This family has a tradition of scheduling a photo session together when they travel to a new place. I just love that! We started at the Supreme Court to capture […]

Families

May 18, 2026

Family Photos at the Capitol

Many of my clients think of having their family photos taken during the fall close to the holidays. I love a holiday card as much as anyone but there are so many wonderful reasons why you should choose summer family photos. Table of Contents Summer days feel much more relaxing when you don’t need to […]

Families

May 4, 2026

Why You Should Choose Summer Family Photos

These Intimate Spring Family Photos were the perfect way to celebrate this beautiful mama with there two sweet boys. Two and three are such fun ages to capture toddlers. They are energetic, darling and wonderfully unpredictable. I loved how this mother just went with the flow and let them pick a few flowers here and […]

Children, Families

April 27, 2026

Intimate Spring Family Photos

These family photos at the Capitol are full of warmth and laughter. It’s hard to believe I took this young man’s newborn photos just two years ago! Time simply flies. It’s the greatest compliment when families keep asking me to document their portraits. Is there anything sweeter than a little boy in boots and suspenders? […]

Families

March 2, 2026

Family Photos at the Capitol

Here is a list of location for spring photos in DC. There’s never a more beautiful time to take photos in DC than springtime. The magnolia blossoms are by from my favorite and the first to burst open. Then you have the famous cherry blossoms. The city has hidden pockets of daffodils and tulips as […]

Families, Maternity, Newborn

February 16, 2026

Locations for Spring Photos in DC

I have so many favorite locations for Family photos in DC. One of the most used spots is the Supreme Court side gardens. I love this anytime of the year but late summer and fall is beautiful. It has a wonderful view of the Capitol with lots of greenery and flowers. I have even shot […]

Families

February 2, 2026

Locations for Family Photos in DC

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