Studio Christmas Session with Friends: The Hammer Family

November 20, 2025 Ginny Thomas

Friends, festive vibes, and a little potty humor made this holiday session one to remember.

Ginny is a branding, family, newborn photographer in the Maryland/DC area.
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It was freezing. Windy. So cold.
But this family showed up and made it happen.
We moved fast. We got the shots.

❄️ Cold doesn’t have to mean canceled. We’ll make it work!

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Christmas came early.
22-month-old Micah brought all the energy and all the curiosity to the studio.
Warm. Easy. Cozy.
Perfect for toddlers who want to move and parents who want to stay warm.
🎄 Studio minis are happening! Reach out if you'd like to

A warm November day? Yes, please.
These mini sessions were fast, fun, and filled with love.
The light was perfect. The energy was great.
Sometimes all you need is 15 minutes and a reason to gather.

💬 Thinking about minis for next season? The next r

Nine years of watching this family grow.
We met again at Caderock Trail and it was so good to reconnect! These girls grew so much in 1 year!
Fall color. Gorgeous light. Big hugs.
Time moves fast. These photos help us hold on to what matters.
🗓 Don&

This wasn’t your typical photo session.
It was crafts. Guac. Karaoke. Bikes. Hugs.
Real life, captured with heart.
The Fuhrmann family has grown up in front of my lens, and this time we did something new. A longer documentary session, full of e

Golden light. Giggles. And a park that felt like home.
These girls ran, explored, and totally owned their space at Reservoir Park.
Choosing a location with meaning adds something real to your photos.
I’m always down to try somewhere new—e

Smiles were ready, energy was high, and the leaves were showing off. The Haskell family came prepared to move fast, and we made the most of every minute.
Including their au pair made it extra sweet.
Mini sessions don’t have to feel rushed. They

Leaf throwing season is the. best.

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Playing and having fun in the moment are sometimes some of my favorite pics from a session. Don't forget to just enjoy one another and let that unfold in front of the camera!

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Happy Halloween from the strongest, coolest Hulk - don't mess when he's mad! 🤣😮😱
I love that his school still does the traditional Halloween parade!