Katelyn is 1! | Ashburn VA Children's Photographer

It really is true--they grow up so fast! Katelyn was one of my Baby's First Year plans, and we did her one year session just before the holidays. She is growing into a delightful little toddler--full of personality and super cute! Here are a few faves from the session.

This is right out back in the yard! Got super lucky with field/woods/light.

I love when babies go for my lens :)

Katelyn, it's been great watching you grow! Now, to put together your album!

Baby Miles and Family | Northern VA Family Photographer

As I'm typing this, I'm realizing that this may be one of the last times I get to refer to Miles as "Baby Miles!" He will be a year old soon, but we got these portraits in late last year, just before the holidays. The real goal of the session was to do an extended family portrait, but of course, Miles stole the show. Here are some favorites from the session.

His first year book photo.

The extended family portrait.

Love these shots of Miles with the remote--such a fun age!

I can't wait to see Miles for his one year session--He's come a long way from his days in the salad bowl!

The D Family | Ashburn VA Family Photographer

This past weekend, I had the pleasure of meeting and photographing little Louisa who just turned one. She makes my two year old energetic boy look calm! She is super cute and super independent and seemingly has no fear. Oh, and she is always on the move. An outdoor session was perfect for her. We changed up locations a few times to keep her interested and got some great shots. Here are some favorites from the day.

I love this family photo.

Seriously, what baby doesn't like being thrown up in the air?

Love this one too.






I feel like this shot pretty much sums up her personality.

No photoshopping here, her eyes are really that blue.



And mom and dad. Always like to get one of them alone. We made out with the great light at the end of the day.

The B Family | Ashburn VA Family Photographer

I find twins endlessly fascinating. I've photographed lots of fraternal twins, but never identical twins--that is, until I met the B family! Their little guys are two year old identical twins, and boy were they fast! Typical of kids this age, they had tons of energy, so an outdoor session was just the thing for them. We ended the session at the park--a reward for their great behavior! Here are some favorites from the session.






I like to do a few photos of the parents with my family sessions--usually the last time the parents had photos together was at their wedding, which is just not right!

The S Family | Northern VA Family Photographer

I finally got the chance to take pictures of the adorable little girls that live right across the street from me! We had been talking about doing a session for awhile, and with the holidays approaching, we couldn't put it off any longer. I had a hard time picking out favorites for the blog, as there were lots that I loved--the little girls are natural born models! Here is my edited down version of some faves from the session.








Do you think they've done this before? I'd say, yes!

Baby Hannah & Family | Reston VA Family Photographer

I met up with Hannah and family at their home in Reston. Hannah just turned one and has only had photos taken one other time, so she needed a little time to warm up to me. She was a little bit of a tough customer, but she'd just had her 1 yr old shots the day before, so it was totally understandable! Her parents were great at getting her laughing, so we spent some time playing before heading outside to enjoy the gorgeous Fall day. Here are some favorites from the session.