Two Toddlers: Many ideas! {Washington DC Family Photography}

Tips for Keeping a Toddler engaged: Lots and lots of silly noises. And a silly animal on my head. And maybe even some poop jokes. These two were on the move but both so fun and funny. Toddlers are the most fun. when it comes to family photography.

Spring in the Garden {Washington DC Family Photographer}

It was so nice to see one of my favorite families in DC for a fun morning in the garden! The best part of spring sessions is there is not quite as much sweating as DC summertime… and of course there was some laughing, some tickling, and even some poop jokes. And lots of smiles from these two fun kids and their parents!

This is One {Washington DC Family Photographer}

On a perfect crisp fall morning, this little curly haired babe brought pure joy to his family photo session. The golden leaves at Rock Creek Park were the perfect backdrop for this family’s first photo session. Between leaf tosses and tight family hugs, their love and laughter shone through in every frame. It was a beautiful reminder that the best photos often come from the smallest, unscripted moments.

Rock Creek Park Family Photo Session {Washington DC Family Photographer}

This local DC family’s photo session was a joyful whirlwind of laughter, wiggles, and candid moments. With three young kids under eight, there was a lot of jumping and chatting. My goal was to capture sweet sibling hugs and spontaneous silliness in the golden hour light and I’d say we aced it!

Family of Four {Washington DC Family Photographer}

I had the pleasure of working with one of my favorite repeat families for a fall photo session at Bishop’s Garden in Washington, DC. Their two young boys, full of energy and smiles, brought the garden to life as they ran through the vibrant autumn leaves and explored the beautiful scenery. It’s always such a joy to see familiar faces return, and this session was no exception, with each shot capturing the love and connection that grows year after year. The stunning fall backdrop at Bishop’s Garden perfectly complemented the family’s warmth, making for another unforgettable set of memories.

The Perfect Combination of Baby and Dog {Washington DC Family Photographer}

Ever since I moved to Silver Spring, Maryland, I have mostly stopped doing photos in Virginia. But once in a while a trip to Virginia is worth it for a very special session. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing this adorable 4-month-old baby boy and his family’s playful Goldendoodle in Virginia. Can you believe his big smile? The combination of the baby’s sweet expressions, the parents loving looks, and the vibrant fall foliage created the perfect setting for a memorable photo shoot.

One Year Old Fun {Washington DC Family Photographer}

This little dude will forever have a special place in my heart. I did his newborn session on Capitol Hill just days before I gave birth to my own daughter—so basically, we were both going through it. I’ve loved seeing him morph into a happy and busy toddler. This time, we lucked out with a picture-perfect Washington, DC fall day—crunchy leaves, golden light, and one very photogenic goofball. 🍁📸.

Fun Fall Family Session {Washington DC Family Photographer}

I met this family for the first time before their daughter was even born. All three kids are hilarious and I love photographing them every year at Bishop’s Garden in Washington DC. They keep me on my toes and we’re always laughing by the end.

Morning in Chevy Chase {Chevy Chase Family Photographer}

I love seeing this crew every year—they’re basically photo session VIPs at this point. I’ve been photographing them since big brother was a tiny newborn, back in their classic DC row house days. Now we’ve all upgraded to Chevy Chase, and I’m so happy we’re still making photo magic together.

These boys? 100% wiggles, 1000% giggles. Every session is part workout, part comedy show, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. So glad we get to freeze all the fun (and the chaos) year after year!

This is Three Years Old {Washington DC Family Photographer}

I met this family almost a year ago when I went to their Washington DC apartment to do their newborn photos for their new baby boy. Well now he is already sitting up and a big bonus: it happened to be big brother’s third birthday. What a fun way to make the special day!