Home for the Holidays: Wrapped for the Year and Soaking Up the Cozy
After a busy year of photographing families across Maryland, DC, and Virginia, I'm officially wrapped for 2025 sessions. Sharing a peek at our holiday home and some thoughts as we wind down for the season.
The camera is packed away. Galleries are delivered. And this family photographer is officially signing off for the year.
After a full season of meeting new and familiar families, capturing milestones, chasing toddlers, and soaking up all the love, I’m taking a deep breath and settling in at home for the holidays.
The lights are twinkling. There are probably too many blankets and not enough hours in the day to enjoy them all, but that’s exactly how I like it.
This time of year always reminds me why I do what I do. It’s not about the perfect photo. It’s about the little things- the way your child hugs your leg, the glance between siblings, the laughter that happens when nobody is looking. That’s the magic. And that’s what I look forward to capturing again in 2026.
To everyone who trusted me with your memories this year; thank you. Whether we met in a park in Silver Spring, a garden in DC, or your own living room in Northern Virginia, every session was a joy.
As I wrap up the year, I’m sharing a few peeks of our own holiday home. Nothing fancy, but full of warmth, joy, and a little chaos—just how we like it.
Wishing you a peaceful season full of all the best stuff: naps, cookies, twinkle lights, and time with your people.
I’ll see you in 2026. I already can’t wait.
Fall Mini Sessions at Fort C.F. Smith Park
A look back at our beautiful fall mini sessions in Arlington, VA, at Fort C.F. Smith Park—featuring golden light, genuine smiles, and one of the best weather days we've had all season.
The Fort C.F. Smith mini sessions turned out better than we could have asked for. We had to reschedule because of rain in the forecast the previous weekend (that never happened….) Still, it worked out. The new date gave us one of the most beautiful fall mornings.
The light was soft and glowy. The breeze was light. Everyone showed up ready to go and the kids brought their A-game.
Every family brought something fun to their session. Lots of laughs, sibling silliness, and sweet little moments in between. And even a little puppy! These mini sessions move fast, but we still get a great mix of posed and candid shots. You’d be surprised what we can get in 15 minutes.
And yes, we got those holiday card photos. But also the ones where kids are being goofy or snuggling with mom or chasing bubbles. Those are the ones you’ll keep coming back to.
Thanks to everyone who stuck with me through the reschedule. It ended up being one of my favorite days this fall.
