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How often are we moms stuck behind the camera, or even worse, at the mercy of our (well-intentioned!) husbands fumbling with an iPhone, hoping to get one semi-decent shot? Moms, I know that what you truly want are beautiful, intentional photographs of you *with* your children. That’s why I’ve designed my newest collection with you […]

I’m so excited to share a few favorites from Cam’s session this morning! Cam’s mom, Jaymi, and I married into the same extended family, and I was honored to capture these images of her new baby boy. How sweet are his little hands? I just love Cam’s adorable hairline, too. Newborn hair (or lack thereof!) […]

Read that again: YOU. ARE. WORTH. IT. I talked a little last week about “exist in photographs” and why pictures are important. Yes, they’re our legacy and it’s how our grandchildren and great grandchildren will remember us. Yes, portraits look lovely on our walls and getting some likes on Facebook is cool. But — I […]

Can you BELIEVE the amazing weather we’ve had in southern Maryland lately? Spring is springing early, and I for one could not be happier. Warmer weather, longer days, and disappearing jackets make my heart happy. Spring is also the time of year that many families start thinking about family portraits – if that’s you, you’re […]

There’s something truly magical about pregnancy. The anticipation, the overflowing love, the dream of what lies ahead is often palpable among parents-to-be. My time with Katie, a friend from college, and her husband Kyle was all of that and more. Kyle couldn’t stop smiling if he tried, and Katie positively glowed with happiness. I don’t […]

Jaxon’s newborn session was like stepping in to a time machine. When Marie told me that her older son, Kenny, was just 21 months old, I knew what we would be in for – that’s exactly the age spread between my girls. Kenny kept us on our toes, but nonetheless we had an absolutely wonderful […]

I have the greatest job in the world. Sure, the occupational hazards include the risk of getting peed on (or worse) and posing newborns requires the patience of Job, BUT LOOK AT THIS BOY. Connor is just the sweetest little babe, with big, thoughtful eyes and beautiful fair skin. He is most definitely his mama’s […]

Southern Maryland got a little treat today in the form of a snow day! I had a newborn session planned for today, but with a winter storm looming, we decided to reschedule and I got to enjoy a day snowed in with Adam and the girls. Squishy newborn goodness still to come, next weekend! Once […]

I suppose I should wrap up my holiday blogging before we get any further into 2017! My stepmom, Stacie, was able to come visit for the first time since before Caroline was born. I’m so glad she finally got to meet my daughters, and they were thrilled to meet someone who loves bubbles as much […]

Last Sunday, I headed over to Greenwell State Park to meet the Neal family for a lifestyle session. Amy and I work together, but it was my first chance meeting the rest of her family, including the most adorable boys, Grayden and Dawson. Greenwell was a really special location for the family, because it’s where […]