The Unfiltered Series | Connection Photography
in Silver Spring, MD
Because it’s time.
These sessions aren’t just about the photos.
They’re about creating space to slow down and be present in a way most of us don’t make time for.
To step out of the day-to-day and see yourself, or your relationship, a little more clearly.
The images matter. But what people remember most is how it felt.
And that’s what makes them worth keeping.
The Unfiltered Series is a collection of sessions centered on connection — whether that’s with someone you love, or with yourself.
Studio sessions in Silver Spring, Maryland, with clients coming from Washington DC, Montgomery County, and Northern Virginia.
Most photos capture what you look like
These capture what it feels like to be you
or to be together
The Unfiltered Series is built around one idea: connection
Connection between:
a mother and her daughter preparing to leave for college
sisters who share a special bond
partners doing life together
best friends who know the good stories
generations together and the beauty of age
An experience that feels just as meaningful as the photos themselves.
The Unfiltered Series is a modern, studio-based portrait experience in Silver Spring, MD, designed for individuals, couples, and meaningful relationships.
THE SERIES
This is not a one-size-fits-all type of session.
This is a space to document a relationship
or a version of yourself
that you don’t want to forget
This might look like:
A mother and daughter in a season that’s shifting
You and your parent, honoring time together
You and your partner, just as you are
A version of yourself you’re stepping into
Or simply you: as you are now
Within the Unfiltered Series, your session can take shape in a way that feels like you
As I Am
A Session Focused on You
As We Are
A Session Focused on Connection
You don’t need to fit into a category.
We shape the session around what matters to you.
You don’t need to perform anything
You just need to show up
The session itself was easy and fun. I felt completely comfortable (not typical when I’m having my photo taken).
THE EXPERIENCE
Most people come in a little unsure. Not because they don’t want photos, but because they’re not sure what it will feel like
Will it be awkward? stiff? a little uncomfortable?
Maybe.
But then, something shifts
The music starts and we begin moving and you settle in
And it stops feeling like a photoshoot
It feels like time set aside to slow down, to be seen and to just be yourself
I’ll guide you through the entire session in a way that feels natural & easy.
A session with her is like hanging out with a friend…who happens to be holding a camera. She makes even the awkward parts feel easy, and the finished photos were beyond what I could have hoped. Her studio is beautiful and comfortable, and gives the whole session a spa day vibe. Couldn’t ask for more.
–Becky
Hair & Makeup - Elevated, Not Overdone
Photo ready hair and makeup is included and done onsite.
The goal is simple: you, at your best
Polished, natural, and true to you
never overdone
never unrecognizable
We enhance what’s already there
we don’t hide it
I felt so beautiful but still me… like someone had just turned my light a little brighter.
Studio Setting
All sessions take place in a clean, minimal studio in Silver Spring
Soft light
Subtle shadows
Neutral backgrounds
What to wear?
Bring 2 looks:
1 – One relaxed and comfortable
2 – One more expressive and bold
Ask: Does it feel like me? like us?
Truly such a lovely morning… I didn’t expect to enjoy the experience so much. It ended up being such a nice few hours of chatting and laughing, and feeling like I was doing something for myself.
Music Changes Everything
Music is a big part of this experience.
We’ll play your music
the songs that shift your energy
the ones tied to memory
the ones you can’t sit still to
It helps you stop thinking…and start feeling
And that’s where the best images live
The Instant Reveal
After your session, you’ll view your images right away.
While the energy is still there
while the moments still feel fresh.
We’ll sit together, look through them, laugh & notice things you didn’t even realize were happening.
From there, you’ll choose the images that feel most like you
Because this isn’t just about seeing your photos
It’s about keeping them
I was surprisingly happy with the way I look… it definitely boosted self-esteem.
“A feeling like maybe the way I think of myself is still in there.”
– B
WHY THIS MATTERS
These sessions become more meaningful over time.
Because the version of you
or the version of your relationship
will change
And this becomes something you can come back to
A reminder of who you were
how it felt
what mattered
INVESTMENT
all sessions take place in my Silver Spring studio (20906)
Session Fee
$975 one person
$1075 two people (hair and makeup 1 person)
$1300 two people (hair and makeup 2 people)
All sessions includes a fully guided studio experience and
5 digital images of your choice.
You’ll view your images right after your session and choose exactly what feels right to you. There’s no pressure and no expectation to purchase beyond what you love or your
5 included digital files.
Preserving Your Images
Most clients choose to invest in printed artwork so their images don’t live only on a screen.
There are a few simple ways to do that:
• Individual prints are available starting at $14
• Heirloom Storybooks (our signature piece) begin around $700
• Wall artwork and curated print collections begin around $600
• Digital collections are available starting at $250
Each printed image includes the matching digital file.
“I was smiling… it made me happy to see myself through that lens.” -H
This doesn’t have to be a milestone.
It just has to matter to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is the Unfiltered Series?
The Unfiltered Series is a studio portrait experience centered on connection. That could be with someone you love, or with yourself.
These sessions are less about posing and more about capturing how you actually are together, or who you are in this moment. The goal is to create images that feel honest, natural, and worth coming back to.
Do I need a reason to book a session?
Not at all.
Some people come in during a transition or milestone, but many don’t. Most clients book because something about this moment feels worth remembering.
It doesn’t have to be a big reason. It just has to matter to you.
I’m awkward in photos… will this feel uncomfortable?
Almost everyone feels this way at first.
Most people come in a little unsure of what it will feel like. But once we start, it shifts quickly.
I guide you the entire time in a way that feels natural and easy, so you’re never left wondering what to do.
By the end, most people say it felt a lot easier than they expected.
What if I don’t know how to pose?
You don’t need to.
You won’t be left guessing or trying to figure it out on your own. I give simple, gentle direction throughout the session based on how you naturally move and interact.
This isn’t about perfect posing. It’s about helping you settle into something that feels like you.
Can I do this session alone, or does it have to be with someone else?
Both options work beautifully.
Some clients come in for a personal session focused on themselves. Others come with a partner, parent, child, or friend.
These sessions are designed to capture connection, whether that’s internal or shared.
Where do sessions take place?
All sessions take place in my studio in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Clients travel from across the Washington DC, Bethesda, Rockville, Potomac, Chevy Chase, and Northern Virginia area for these sessions.
The space is minimal, comfortable, and designed to keep the focus on you.
Is hair and makeup included?
Yes. Professional hair and makeup is included and done onsite. The goal is to enhance, not transform. You’ll look like yourself, just a little more polished and at ease.
If you’re coming with someone else, we can include makeup for one or both of you depending on your session.
What should we wear?
I recommend bringing two looks:
• one relaxed and comfortable
• one a little more bold or expressive
You don’t need to match perfectly. The most important thing is that what you’re wearing feels like you and feels natural together.
How long does the session take?
Plan for about 2–4 hours depending on your session.
That includes time for hair and makeup, the session itself, and your image reveal afterward.
What is the “instant reveal”?
Right after your session, we sit down together and look through your images.
No waiting. No gallery sent later.
You’ll see your photos while the energy is still fresh, which makes the experience more meaningful. You’ll choose your favorites right then and decide what you want to take home.
Do I have to buy anything beyond the session fee?
No.
Your session includes 5 digital images, and there’s no pressure to purchase anything beyond that.
That said, most clients choose to invest in printed artwork because they want their images to live beyond a screen.
What products do you offer?
Most clients choose from:
• heirloom storybooks
• wall artwork
• curated print collections
• additional digital images
All products are designed to help you keep and revisit this experience over time.
When will I receive my images?
You’ll select your images the same day during your reveal.
Final images and any products are delivered shortly after, depending on what you order.
Who are these sessions best for?
These sessions are a great fit for:
• mothers and daughters (especially teens and adults)
• couples or partners
• people wanting a personal portrait experience
• families wanting something more natural and meaningful
• anyone going through a transition or new season of life
What makes this different from a typical photoshoot?
It’s not boudoir. It’s not a headshot. It’s not a traditional family session.
This is less about creating a perfect image and more about capturing something real.
It’s slower, more intentional, and focused on how it feels to be in the moment, not just how it looks.
Most people walk away remembering the experience just as much as the photos.
Serving clients in Silver Spring, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia, Ginny Filer Photography specializes in natural, connection-focused portrait photography in a relaxed studio setting.