A Fall Family Session Filled with Play and Laughter
This sweet fall session had everything I love most about family photos. Real smiles, kids running around, and a few favorite toys that made the session feel perfectly them.
Fall is one of my favorite times to photograph families. The light feels softer, the air is cooler, and everyone seems to relax a little more. This session had all of that and more.
Teddy showed up with his baseball and didn’t waste a minute getting started. The girls brought their dolls and were quick to show them off before running off to play. It was exactly the kind of energy that makes these sessions so fun to photograph.
Most of the time, the kids were in motion. Running, laughing, exploring. Those are always my favorite moments. The ones that happen in between. Parents watching, kids doing their thing, and everyone just enjoying the time together.
The leaves were starting to turn, and the sun gave us that warm golden light that makes fall so pretty. We didn’t need anything fancy. Just a family being together and a few toys that made the kids happy.
By the end, we had a gallery full of smiles, movement, and the kind of photos that remind you what this stage of life feels like. Messy, full of energy, and completely worth remembering.
Fall Mini Sessions | DMV Family Photography
Fall mini sessions are officially open for booking! These short and sweet sessions are the perfect way to capture your family's personality against the gorgeous fall backdrop. Quick, playful, and full of genuine moments—read more to snag your spot!
I can’t believe it either—but it’s that time of year again! The air is starting to shift (yes, even if just a little), and that golden, glowy fall light will be here before we know it. Which means…
Fall Mini Sessions are officially OPEN for booking!
These sessions are some of my most requested of the entire year—and for good reason! With the changing leaves, cozy sweaters, and all those “just one good photo for the holiday card” vibes, it’s the perfect excuse to get the family together for a quick update.
🧡 What’s a Fall Mini Session?
My mini sessions are short and sweet (just 15 minutes!) and designed to get those few magical shots you need without the pressure of a full session.
These are not your stiff, "everyone say cheese" photos. We’ll laugh, play, and move quickly to get those authentic, joyful moments—whether it’s the kids being silly, a quiet hug between you and your partner, or that one giggle you didn’t know would melt your heart.
DETAILS
15-MINUTE SESSION $249
These shorter sessions take place at one location
5 digital images included - option to purchase individual images or the full gallery: $49/additional image or $200 for full gallery
CLICK ON THE DATE TO BOOK!
Saturday, Oct 4th COMPLETE
Fort CF Smith Park, VA
Saturday, October 11th (rain date Oct 12th) BOOKED
Evans Park, MD
Saturday, November 8th (rain date Nov 9th) BOOKED
Wheaton Regional Park, MD
The Watson Family: A Studio Session Full of Sweetness & Familiar Faces
After nearly five years, the Watson family returned for a studio session—and it was everything. With glowing light, heartfelt laughs, and a beautiful makeup by Valerie Hammer, their session reminded me why I love what I do. So many sweet moments captured forever.
It’s always such a joy when I get to photograph longtime clients—but there’s something extra special about reconnecting after several years and seeing how much a family has grown!
The Watson family and I go way back, but it had been about five years since we’d last seen each other. So when they reached out to schedule an in-studio family session, I was so excited to catch up and capture this new chapter of their lives.
A Little Glam, A Lot of Heart
Before the session even began, Vanessa had her makeup done by the amazing Valerie Hammer Makeup Artistry, and she looked radiant. I always say you don’t have to get makeup done professionally, but when you do, there’s a noticeable boost in confidence and glow—and that definitely shined through in the photos.
From the moment they walked in, the Watsons brought their love, laughter, and connection right into the studio. It felt so natural. So them.
Studio Sessions = Simple + Magical
Sometimes the simplicity of a studio session is exactly what a family needs. No weather stress, no distractions—just soft light, cozy vibes, and space to be yourselves.
We laughed, we played, we caught those little in-between glances that happen when you’re truly comfortable with each other. It was relaxed and full of those authentic moments I love most.
And while every session gives me something special, this one felt like a full-circle moment to see how much the kids have grown and how beautifully this family continues to love on each other.
Watsons, Thank You
Vanessa, thank you for trusting me again after all this time. It meant so much to welcome you back into my studio and get to document this season of your family’s life. You made it easy. You made it beautiful. And now… you’ve got a whole new gallery of moments to hold onto.
Already counting down to the next time. 😉
