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Learn more about the portrait experience, find session tips, and learn a bit more about your Virginia Beach photographer.

Family Photography

Virginia Beach Photographer

As a Virginia Beach photographer, I have the pleasure of photographing so many amazing families in my favorite photo location – on the beach! This sweet family booked me for their Virginia Beach family photos about 10 months in advance since they were traveling to Sandbridge Beach for their annual family vacation! We FINALLY got […]

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Maternity

When to Take Maternity Photos

A common question my clients ask after book me as their Virginia Beach maternity photographer is “when to take maternity photos?” When to Schedule Your Maternity Photos I find that the best time to schedule maternity photos is between 26-32 weeks. During this timeframe, you’ll have said BYE BYE to morning sickness, and be bumping […]

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Newborn

Virginia Beach Newborn Photos – Lifestyle Newborn Session

I understand that choosing the right newborn photographer for your baby is a challenge! There are so many great newborn photographers in Virginia Beach and in Hampton Roads but I’m here to help in any way I can! If you are looking for a luxury newborn photo experience, look no further. Whether this is your […]

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Family Photo Session Prep

Benefits of Professional Hair and Makeup for Family Photos

A Virginia Beach family photographer’s advice about the benefits of professional hair and makeup for family photos.

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Featured

How to Choose the Best Family Photographer for Your Family

Capturing your family’s milestone moments and annual family portraits are truly such a meaningful experience. But with so many options available, how do you choose the best family photographer for your family? In this blog post, we provide tips on how to find the perfect photographer, including considering your budget, looking for experience, choosing the right style of photography, and more.

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Photo Locations

Virginia Beach Maternity Portraits

Spotlight on a timeless Virginia Beach Maternity Session and tips for planning & preparing for your session.

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Featured

Family Photo Outfit Styling Tips

The first question people ask after reserving a spot for their family portraits is “what should we wear?!” Honestly, everyone knows how to get dressed and what they prefer to wear for work and adventures with the family on the weekend; but those are not necessarily the same pieces you want to wear for your […]

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virginia beach family portrait with gorgeous neutral color clothing to be used as an example for family photo styling blog

Featured

Family Photo Outfit Styling Tips

The first question people ask after reserving a spot for their family portraits is “what should we wear?!” Honestly, everyone knows how to get dressed and what they prefer to wear for work and adventures with the family on the weekend; but those are not necessarily the same pieces you want to wear for your […]

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