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Family Session – Broadway, Virginia

Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0028These are my sweet friends Carla and Carlos and their beautiful daughters.  We spent a lovely and chilly afternoon taking these photos near their home.  We found the coolest covered bridge which allowed us to take some fun photos. Carla, Carlos and girls, thanks for letting me be a part of this special session with you all!  It was such a joy. :)Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0021 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0001 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0002 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0003 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0005 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0004 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0006 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0007 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0008 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0009 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0010 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0011 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0013 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0012 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0015 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0014 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0017 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0020 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0016 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0022 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0019 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0025 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0027 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0026 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0024 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0023 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0029 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0031 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0030 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0032 Family.Virginia.Winter.Outdoor_0034

Jeff & Vicki: At-Home and National Gallery of Art Maternity Session

Vicki&Jeff-Maternity-Home-National.Gallery.of.Art_0034 What a joy to have been able to take these special photos for Vicki and Jeff.  Approximately one year ago, we did a lifestyle photo session in D.C. where we walked around some of their favorite spots.  This time, their session included a little addition. :)  Due to an abnormally freezing cold late-November day, we decided to do part of the session inside of their adorable D.C. row house and then part of the session inside of the beautiful East Building of the National Gallery of Art.  I am so happy we decided to do both because it provided for a nice mix of photos that show the comfort, fun and creativity that defines this lovely couple. Vicki and Jeff, thank you so much for letting me be part of this special moment in your lives!
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Vicki&Jeff-Maternity-Home-National.Gallery.of.Art_0035How amazing are these portraits of beautiful Vicki in front of the stunning Pollock!

Family Portraits – Sandbridge Beach, Virginia

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These are the sweet family photos of Abby and her mom and dad, Jason and Sarah.  Abby is the niece of a good friend of mine and after hearing my friend talk about Abby’s utter adorableness, I couldn’t wait to meet her.  And she definitely didn’t disappoint! :)  A sweet, adorable and independent little bundle of energy with such kind and loving parents.  Jason, Sarah and Abby…thanks for letting me spend the evening with you guys!
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Zeke’s Baby Dedication: Arlington, Virginia

A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of getting to photograph a very special event. It was baby Zeke’s parent-child dedication ceremony.  I loved capturing Zeke’s infectious smile.  Every time I look back through these photos, I can’t help but smile. He is definitely a boy that is not only deeply loved by his sweet parents and big brother, Mohana, David and M.Z., but by a large network of family and friends who were present to share in the special day.  David, Mohana, Zeke and M.Z., thank you for letting me share in your special day too.  :)Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0011 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0003 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0004 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0009 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0012 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0013 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0014 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0018 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0023 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0020 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0031 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0030 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0038 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0033 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0034 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0037 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0035 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0040 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0042 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0043 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0044 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0045 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0048 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0050 Family-Virginia-Baby Dedication_0053