The "C" Family | Alexandria, Virginia Family Photographer

Another reason I love visiting Kansas is to see my best friend from college! If you've been following my blog for very long you might remember this family because I get to take their pictures every time I see them! We always have a great time and I love that they're always up for anything! We also got to include their grandparents, who were like a second family to me in college. So, enjoy "B" & "L" and their gorgeous blue eyes!

Mom's gonna kill  me for putting this one up but I couldn't resist!  Two boys do'in some yard work!



Two little monkeys jumping on the bed!

Family! | Northern Virginia Family Photographer

This past week we went to Kansas to visit family and to show off our newest addition!  We have a LOT of family in Kansas on both my side and my husbands so it gets really hard to split up our time so that we get to see everyone and there never seems to be enough time!  But, we usually manage to see everyone even if it is for a morning at the park or for lunch.  On Saturday morning we met up with my cousins who also have little ones and did a mini photo shoot!  It was a little chilly but still beautiful out and our kids had a great time playing together!

So, girls thanks for the fun morning!  Hopefully we'll have more time next time!

Max & Abby, sweet brother & sister moment!

Another new addition, Lyla!



Check out those baby blues!  Watch out ladies!
I LOVE this one, Alyssa is such a joyful mother!   A great example for me to live up to!
Such a sweet moment!  

Max and his best friend!




Thanks guys!  Until next time...

Baby Girl "H" (and mom and dad too!)

After checking the weather all day on Friday it finally decided to clear up and so I was able to meet up with this adorable family!  I am so lucky, somehow I always end up getting the best looking clients!   Little miss H had some killer blue eyes and gorgeous porcelain skin and an easy smile.   Thanks for the great evening you guys!


Happy Girl!





One of my all time favorite baby pictures!

Some mommy-love!

Some daddy-love!

Cutie Little Girl "G" 2 Years Old: Northern Virginia Children Photographer

I was so excited to get to do another member of this awesome family!  You might remember little boy "N" from our session last fall.  This family has such adorable kids and little miss "J" was no exception!  She IS 2, so it was a bit of a challenge as most 2 year olds are not a fan of getting their picture taken!  But, in the end we were able to get some really adorable stuff!  

I really love the feel of this one, a truly innocent moment.




Mom was pulling out all of the stops, even singing Bob the Builder to get a little giggle!



This one may be my favorite.

How adorable are those chubby little arms!  She was crossing them to show us how much she didn't like having her pictures taken.

A special day...

This past Sunday I had the honor of documenting the dedication of this little guy.  You may remember him from the fall session at the Tidal Basin.  Two is a tricky age so we did our best to get a few quick shots with the extended family who came to be there and we hoped for the best during the dedication!  He did pretty well, only a quick objection with a "No, no, no" during the prayer. :-)   It was pretty funny.   I love being a part of these events and feel so blessed when the families I have worked with ask me to be involved in their special days.

His first little Bible...

I love this one of the grandmother, cousin & great grandmother!  Classic.

Product Feature: Hinged Press Printed Book

I recently ordered a new hinged press printed book from  my lab and fell in love with it when I saw it!  I love how it lays completely flat when open, this is especially great for wedding guest books as it makes it a lot easier to sign.  I also love the thick pages, which make it seem more like an album.  As I mentioned before, a lot of couples are now using Press Printed books for their guest books and have people sign them at the reception!  It's a great way to show off your engagement pictures to those who might not have seen them.  Often clients have a hard time narrowing down what pictures they want to order, this is also a great way to incorporate all of your favorite pictures without having to put them ALL on your walls. These books also come with my Baby Club packages, featuring each clients favorite images throughout the year.  You can do a custom photo cover, leather or fabric cover and you also add a photo cover dust jacket!

If you're interested in ordering a press printed book or want to see my sample let me know!  I'm glad to answer any questions you may have.  Below are some images of the different aspects of the book.  
Have a great weekend!  I'll be back next week with 2 sessions, one toddler and one high school senior!

Book with Custom Designed Photo Dust Jacket


Chocolate Brown Leather Cover Option


My favorite part, the hinged pages!  It lays perfectly flat, there is no bowing which can make it hard to look at the entire page.

Inside of the book.  This one in particular is a guestbook so one page is left blank so guests can sign it.