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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. 

These Tenleytown Family Photos felt so special! The parents wanted two celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary with photos together at the church where they exchanged vows. This time, their two little boys were with them. It was such a fun and casual photos session together. We started out with portraits at the church and then […]

Families

April 20, 2026

Tenleytown Family Photos | Washington DC Family Photographer

These Washington DC Newborn Photos were everything I dream about…cozy, at-home and joyful newborn photos. It’s always the greatest honor being asked to come back into a client’s home to photograph another new baby. I love watching toddler become big siblings. It’s so fun watching how each child adjusts and bond with their new baby. […]

Newborn

April 13, 2026

Washington DC Newborn Photos

Winter family photos in DC can be magical even in the cold. I loved this family of four winter session at Catholic University. I have photographed these sweet girls since they were tiny. Their little boots and cozy cardigans looked so chic together. We snuggled to stay warm which always gives us lots of smiles […]

Families

December 29, 2025

Winter Family Photos in DC

These family photos at the Capitol were filled with warm sunlight and such joy. The Capitol is one of my favorite photo locations in all of DC. At sunrise it gives you this magical light with the beautiful white dome behind you. There’s a lovely spot directly in front of the Capitol that has beautiful […]

Families

December 8, 2025

Family Photos at the Capitol

This family session at the Constitution Gardens was full of laughter and the most beautiful light. I love how the sunshine filters through the willow tree. This location feels so peaceful next to the water even thought it’s just a short walk from the bustling downtown of DC. My client dressed her little girls in […]

Families

September 22, 2025

Family Session at Constitution Gardens

This casual newborn photo session was everything I dream for an in-home session. The parents were so relaxed and gently guided their little boy into the photographs. Toddlers make up their mind as to what they want to do and if forced, can result in some big feelings. I enjoyed watching them interact in such […]

Newborn

May 20, 2024

Casual Newborn Photo Session | Washington, DC Newborn Session

Family Photos in DC Family Photos in DC are so special. The city offers many lovely locations with stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. In the spring everyone thinks of cherry blossoms -which are lovely!- but my absolute favorite are the magnolia blooms. Rawlins Park is one of my favorite spots to capture them alongside the […]

Families

April 3, 2024

Family Photos in DC | Rawlins Park, DC

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

Being a Washington DC Newborn Photographer is such a privilege. Every newborn I get to snuggle and photograph feels like an incredible honor. We took little Violet’s in-home newborn photos on a warm, summer afternoon. Here big sister Emilia was so sweet as she loved on her baby sister. I’ve photographed her since was itty […]

Newborn

July 4, 2023

Washington DC Newborn Photographer | Violet

This Family Session at Stanton Park felt so special. My clients were visiting DC during spring break and happened to be here when the cherry blossoms were in bloom. Stanton Park is such a lovely location to enjoy the cherry blossoms that feels private and just as pretty as the Tidal Basin. My client mentioned […]

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May 3, 2023

Family Session at Stanton Park

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