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I'm Erica a D.C. wedding photographer, with two young children, and a love for organization. Welcome to my small space on the internet where I can share with you special sessions, real weddings, and even little looks into my everyday life. Take a look around, and thanks for stopping by!

Motherhood is not a single moment. It is a season made up of many chapters, and each one deserves to be remembered. Over the years, I noticed that so many families wanted more than just one session. They wanted consistency. They wanted to document pregnancy, newborn days, and the quiet milestones that follow. That is […]

Motherhood Portraits

My Motherhood Membership Explained

Mother lying beside her newborn, gently holding the baby close during a quiet in-home moment.

Family Portraits

There is something especially timeless about golden hour at the Bon Air Rose Garden. As the sun lowers and the light softens, the garden feels calm, warm, and inviting. This mini session took place during a beautiful September evening, when the roses were still in bloom and the air felt just right. Golden hour mini […]

A Warm Golden Hour Mini Session at the Bon Air Rose Garden

Family portrait during a golden hour mini session at the Bon Air Rose Garden, seated on a wooden bench surrounded by roses and greenery.

Spring consistently ranks as one of the most popular seasons for photo sessions in Virginia. Families, couples, and expecting parents all look forward to warmer days, blooming trees, and fresh color. That popularity is exactly why it’s important to book spring photos early. When clients wait until spring feels warm and settled, availability often disappears. […]

Family Portraits

Why You Should Book Your Spring Photos Early

Family Portraits

This warm September golden hour mini session at the Bon Air Rose Garden was extra special. I had the joy of photographing the Fuerst family for their second year in a row as a mini session family. Watching families return year after year is one of my favorite parts of offering seasonal mini sessions. September […]

A Warm September Golden Hour Mini Session

family enjoying a warm September golden hour mini session at the Bon Air Rose Garden, captured in soft evening light during a family photography session in Virginia.

Winter maternity sessions have a quiet kind of beauty, and this session at Morven Park felt especially meaningful. Photographed just days before Christmas, Morven Park offered the most peaceful setting. The trees were bare, the light was soft, and the grounds felt calm and still. Winter sessions often mean fewer crowds, and this day was […]

Motherhood Portraits

A Winter Twins Maternity Session at Morven Park

Winter maternity portrait of an expecting couple standing together on the porch at Morven Park, decorated with holiday wreaths.

Family Portraits, Motherhood Portraits

Winter maternity sessions can be incredibly beautiful, even without snow. Virginia winters tend to be soft and neutral, which makes wardrobe choices especially important. With the right fabrics, layers, and colors, your photos can feel cozy, timeless, and elevated without ever feeling cold. Here is how I typically guide clients when planning what to wear […]

What to Wear for a Winter Maternity Session

Milestone sessions are some of my favorite sessions to photograph, especially when they are part of a longer story. This session marked a six month milestone for a family enrolled in my Motherhood Membership. At this stage, so much has already changed. Babies are more expressive, parents are settling into a new rhythm, and connection […]

Family Portraits, Motherhood Portraits

A Motherhood Milestone Session at the Branch Museum

Family standing together on a lawn in front of a large historic brick estate during an outdoor portrait session.

Family Portraits

Golden hour sessions always have a little bit of magic. This golden hour family mini session in Bon Air, Virginia was no exception. The session took place on a warm September evening in Bon Air. Soft light filtered through the trees and created a glow that felt effortless and timeless. Mini sessions move quickly, but […]

A Golden Hour Family Mini Session in Bon Air, Virginia

Spring family portrait of parents sitting close with their toddler, sharing a quiet moment together in a garden setting.