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Cherry Blossoms at the Tidal Basin | Washington DC
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Cherry Blossoms at the Tidal Basin | Washington DC

They’re here!!! And yes, I’m completely obsessed. Peak bloom, soft petals, that dreamy haze of pink—how could I not wake up at 5 AM on my day off just to catch that Tidal Basin magic? But here's the thing: you don’t need to make the trek downtown to soak in the beauty. There are so many amazing, peaceful spots closer to home. Still, something about all those blooms reflected in the water with the monuments in the background just gets me. Even without a sunrise, it felt so… DC. Here’s a peek at what I captured that early morning (and yes, I took a LOT).

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Neon Tomatoes | Portrait session with Diann Hammer | Silver Spring, MD
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Neon Tomatoes | Portrait session with Diann Hammer | Silver Spring, MD

I recently had the joy of photographing Diann Hammer, a talented songwriter who creates children’s music through Neon Tomatoes. Diann's music is full of joy, wonder, and imagination—designed to inspire kids with positive messages about the world around them. We decided to take her portrait session outdoors to reflect the natural, lighthearted energy that shines through her work, and it couldn’t have been a better fit.

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2024 DC ScopeItOut - Colorectal Cancer Alliance | Washington DC | Cherry Blossoms
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2024 DC ScopeItOut - Colorectal Cancer Alliance | Washington DC | Cherry Blossoms

Yesterday we enjoyed a chilly morning but gorgeous day to support a dear friend at the 2024 DC ScopeItOut - Colorectal Cancer Alliance walk on the National Mall! I maaaaay have broken away from the walk briefly to see the Tidal Basin in all it’s cherry blossom glory (the timing was too perfect at peak bloom!) but it also reinforced why I don’t join in the crazy down at the Tidal Basin…

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Hi, I’m Ginny

I’m a Maryland photographer based in Silver Spring, specializing in family sessions, newborns, maternity, headshots, and personal branding across the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia area.

With over a decade of experience, I create images that feel genuine, relaxed, and true to the people in front of my lens.