My son isn't a fan of having his picture taken, which made his annual birthday studio session the perfect reminder of why I love personality portraits. These quick, relaxed sessions are all about capturing kids exactly as they are right now.

Looking for family-friendly weekend trips near DC? A recent visit to the National Zoo reminded me that some of the best family memories happen during simple everyday outings. Here's why small adventures often create the most meaningful moments and the photos you'll treasure most.

I don’t typically photograph senior sessions, but this relaxed Silver Spring portrait session with Clementine and Peter completely changed my perspective. A hidden waterfall location, zero awkward energy, and a session that naturally became part senior portraits, part family shoot.