Dumbarton Oaks | Washington DC

April 17, 2018 Ginny Thomas

I enjoyed getting to Dumbarton Oaks last week before the blooms went away (and apparently spring went away!) but we had a glorious day last week and I checked out the gardens at this lovely spot right in my neighborhood!

Ginny is a branding, family, newborn photographer in the Maryland/DC area.
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Extended family sessions can feel a little chaotic… but this family? They brought the love, the laughter, and the fun cousin energy.

Thanks to this amazing bunch for showing up, showing love, and making it such a joy to capture!

#ExtendedF

When you need a test subject to show a potential location option, you use what you got....he got the assignment of giving me lots of "poses"....🤣 (and yes, bribery was involved for this cooperation!!)

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Annnnd that’s a wrap for 6th grade! This girl “slayed” her first year of Middle School & makes me so proud. 🥹 💕Bring on summer!! ☀️

Photographing kids under five? Let’s just say... you learn to expect the unexpected.

Between snack breaks, wiggles, and full-on sprints mid-shot, it can feel a little chaotic — but also so full of fun, spontaneity, and real connection.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there... especially the ones who grumble, “Do I really have to be in this photo?” …and then do it anyway. 🙃📸

You stand there, smile-ish, hold the kid, and pretend not to notice when w

June is here! It’s a time of transition- it's busy, unstructured, and a little chaotic. But it’s also full of those real, meaningful moments that are worth capturing.

Lately, I’ve been especially loving:
– In-studio personal

We've made it! We're down 1 tooth (and a lot of hair) but this guy is ready to say goodbye to pre-school and off to kindergarten next year! (Mommy may not be as ready...🥹) but we are all super proud! Bring on summer! ☀

#lastdayofschool #ginnyfile

Happiest of Birthdays to my big bro! So proud to be your sister. You're an amazing dad and uncle and I love the childhood memories we share and the adult ones we're making with our own families. Cheers to you! 🥃 💙

#happybirthdaybrother #sibling