Senior Session Washington, DC

It is truly inspiring to meet young individuals who are so passionate and excited for the future. This young lady, an upcoming 2019 senior, is incredibly inspiring being one of the top 25 under 25 in her home town! If you ever met her, it would be evident why. This girl is going places! 

senior photography session Washington DC
senior photography session Washington DC
senior photography session Washington DC
senior photography session Washington DC
It was also an opportunity to take some headshots. 

It was also an opportunity to take some headshots. 

... and some family shots! 

... and some family shots! 

senior photography session Washington DC
senior photography session Washington DC

Summer Fun! Family Session at Glen Echo Park.

Summer time just screams family fun! This session was exactly that and more. Glen Echo park was the perfect backdrop with its vintage amusement park feel. We had a fantastic time with this session, and I think it shows! Summer carousel sessions now open for booking select dates in July and August. 

Family photography Bethesda glen echo Washington DC
2018-06-27_0001.jpgFamily photography Bethesda glen echo Washington DC
Family photography Bethesda glen echo Washington DC
Family photography Bethesda glen echo Washington DC
Family photography Bethesda glen echo Washington DC
Family photography Bethesda glen echo Washington DC

Washington DC Anniversary Garden Session

An anniversary is a special milestone I just love to photograph. This beautiful couple came to Washington DC to celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary! Anniversary sessions with a toddler in tow adds a little something special. Here are some of my favorites (oh those curls!) 

Washington DC Anniversary photography
Washington DC anniversary photography
Washington DC anniversary photography
Washington DC anniversary photography
Washington DC anniversary photography
Washington DC anniversary photography
Washington DC anniversary photography

Washington DC Outdoor Newborn Session

We have been blessed with some beautiful weather in DC the past few weeks, and it was the prefect opportunity to take baby P outdoors for her newborn session! The light breeze, greenery, and beautiful blooms made for a perfect setting! Here are some of the highlights. 

Washington DC newborn photography outdoors
Washington DC newborn photography outdoors
Washington DC newborn photography outdoors
Washington DC newborn photography outdoors
Washington DC newborn photography outdoors
Washington DC newborn photography outdoors
Washington DC newborn photography outdoors
Washington DC newborn photography outdoors
Washington DC newborn photography outdoors

Baby J is one! A Georgetown family session

I photographed this beautiful family when they were expecting their little girl last year. She was born just a few short days after the session. Now, a year later, (almost to the day!), we celebrated baby J's 1st birthday in the streets of historic Georgetown. It was such a joy watching her explore and take in and the sights and sounds. Happy birthday baby J! 

Some of my favorites from last year.

Some of my favorites from last year.

Georgetown family photography
Best baby outfit ever! 

Best baby outfit ever! 

Georgetown family photography
Georgetown family photography
Georgetown family photography
Georgetown family photography
Georgetown family photography
Georgetown family photography
So much can happen in a year, and they are loving every minute of it...

So much can happen in a year, and they are loving every minute of it...

Source: Family photography Georgetown

A Christmas Tree Story

Just beyond the new developments on Rockville Pike, lays a tradition that has been around for generations. Every year a trailer parks at St. Elizabeth, trees are set up in magical rows, and the air is filled with joy and cheer.

family christmas photography rockville
family christmas photography rockville

Chesapeake Trees is a family business that has been serving the community for over 30 years. When I spoke with the owner about what this business means to him, the word was "Tradition". When talking about how families gather around these trees in their homes, he beamed.

Family Christmas Photography Rockville

Every year the whole family participates in the process. From planting, to cutting the perfect trees, to hand decorating wreaths, everyone is bustling working together to make the magic happen. 

Family Christmas Photography Rockville
Family Christmas Photography Rockville
Family Christmas Photography Rockville

This year is exceptionally special; this year a family tradition is passed on, and daughter Kim and her family will take over the business. A business that has been a part of most of her life, and if you meet her you will see that same passion, joy, and care that shines through her father's eyes. 

Chesapeake Tress.   Location: St. Elizabeth Curch 917 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852

Chesapeake Tress.   Location: St. Elizabeth Curch 917 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852

Thank you families and couples!

Its that time of year, filled with well wishes and cheer. The past 12 months have been bustling with fun families, beautiful babies, and loving couples. From newborns to weddings and all the milestones and stages in between, I am so grateful for all the wonderful people I've connected with this year. 

To each and everyone of you, thank you for trusting me to capture your life and I hope to see you in 2018! 

And because I love everything fall and fun, here are some highlights from a DC fall family session! 

Fall Family Photography Washington DC
Fall Family Photography Washington DC

A DC Wedding

On a sunny October afternoon, I was fortunate enough to capture Stefanie and Pat's intimate wedding ceremony. They became husband and wife in the same church her parents did. From the moment you walked in you could feel the love and excitement. Here are some highlights of a beautiful ceremony on a beautiful day. 

Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography
Washington dc wedding little palm photography

An Intimate Washington DC Garden Wedding

I was so honored to capture Thea and Kenny's wedding. On a chilly spring afternoon, the couple shared their love for each other with their closest family. The emotions of the day were so profound, and the love expressed so deep. As her father officiated the wedding and the couple recited their heartfelt vows, there was not a dry eye in sight. There was also laughter, joy, and all that makes life truly beautiful. Congratulations Thea and Kenny!

washington dc garden wedding photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
The first look.

The first look.

Family connections before the ceremony. 

Family connections before the ceremony. 

washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography
washington dc garden wedding little palm photography