welcome to my journal

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’m excited to share with you all my 5 top prenatal care items! When I found out I was expecting our first baby I was so excited! But then I suddenly felt overwhelmed. I wanted to care for my body -and now a second little body- the very best I could. But I wasn’t sure […]

Maternity

February 24, 2025

My 5 Top Prenatal Care Items | Washington, DC Maternity Photographer

A winter maternity session can feel daunting with the cold weather. I promise though, it’s always worth it! I met my clients at the stunning Glenview Mansion in Maryland on the coldest day of the year. The mansion has beautiful grounds even in the winter. From the sprawling gardens to the elegant porch with tall […]

Maternity

January 27, 2025

A Winter Maternity Session | Glenview Mansion, Maryland

Babies are being born all year long. I have lots of clients who ask if they are able to still take their family photos during the winter months. Here in DC we don’t always get snow but the weather does get very cold. There are many outdoor locations I recommend if it’s not too chilly […]

Maternity

December 30, 2024

Indoor DC Locations for Photos

This maternity session in DC felt so whimsical. It had just started to mist when I met my clients, giving us the perfect lighting for their maternity session. We started at the Botanical Gardens in DC and then walked across the street to the Bartholdi Fountain. I love this location! It gives you blooming flower, […]

Maternity

June 24, 2024

Maternity Session in DC | U.S. Botanic Garden

This maternity session in DC was simply lovely! I think gardens are the perfect location for a maternity photo shoot. The new life blooming all around and the gentle feel that gardens gift us. Bloom and a growing belly make images feel soft and dreamy. The Bishop’s Garden a the National Cathedral is a hidden […]

Maternity

May 6, 2024

Maternity Session in DC | Bishop’s Garden, DC

This winter maternity session felt like a fairytale. My client chose a white gown with a fur wrap and it matched perfectly with the Jefferson Memorial. I love this classic DC location with its elegant stairs and white pillars. We met early one morning in February so it was still very chilly. Meeting early meant […]

Maternity

February 5, 2024

Winter Maternity Session | Jefferson Memorial

This U.S. Capitol Maternity Session felt so special. I love photographing families as they grow and welcome new babies and new seasons of life. Little Naomie is soon going to be a big sister. She is so kind and gentle; I know she will be amazing at her new job. The only sad thing about […]

Maternity

December 4, 2023

U.S. Capitol Maternity Session

This fall maternity session was so pretty at the Bartholdi Fountain. The light shifts in the fall and all the greenery looks lush and vibrant. I love how this location gives you greenery and architecture to create an artistic gallery for my clients. After shooting a few at the fountain we crossed the street and […]

Maternity

November 8, 2023

Fall Maternity Session | Washington, DC Maternity Photographer

Blue Maternity Dresses Here is a list of my favorite blue maternity dresses. I enjoy seeing all the lovely dresses my clients choose for their maternity sessions. I have photographed so many baby boys in the last month and I thought I’d share a few favorite blue dresses. In case you have a maternity session […]

Maternity

August 21, 2023

Blue Maternity Dresses | Washington, DC Maternity Photographer

It’s such an honor to be chosen as a Washington DC maternity photographer. Each family who chooses me to document these special moments are incredibly important to me. This sweet mama chose my Baby Membership which means I get to enjoy all the special milestones for their baby. She emailed me the night before her […]

Maternity

July 18, 2023

Washington DC Maternity Photographer | Lincoln Memorial

the JBP newsletter

stay in touch

 Subscribe to the newsletter and stay up to date on the latest here at Jessica Burdge Photography.

your email address
your name

hi!

stay in touch

the JBP newsletter

 Subscribe to the newsletter and stay up to date on the latest here at Jessica Burdge Photography.

your email address
your name