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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!

Hello Spring!! This year’s winter was extra hard for my little family and I am so happy to see the Spring weather and all the spring maternity pictures that come along with it. Starting with Kayla’s ring maternity pictures at Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello grounds. You have seen Kayla on my blog with her adorable family […]

Family Portraits

Spring at Monticello Maternity Session | Kayla

Family Portraits

I’m thrilled to get the chance at photographing new and returning families and couples again this year. To make this year truly special, I’m hosting only two seasonal mini sessions beginning in October and lasting through the start of December. Each section of mini sessions is perfect for couples, maternity, children, and families. Be sure […]

Upcoming Mini Sessions

Family of three in christmas tree farm

July is perfect for cookouts, sand castles, ice cream and quick trips to the beach. It’s also the perfect time to start thinking about booking a holiday mini session for holiday cards and specialized gifts! Understandably, thinking about a Christmas mini session while you’re wearing flip flops can feel a tad early in your planning. […]

Family Portraits

Christmas in July | Virginia Mini Session Photographer

Family of three in christmas tree farm

Family Portraits

As a Virginia family photographer, I love capturing memories and milestones for growing families. The Sacco family chose to have me capture their photos at Castle Hill Cider in Keswick, Virginia. It’s a gorgeous wedding and event venue with beautiful grounds for photos. The Sacco family is such a fun bunch! We met through our […]

Family Photos at Castle Hill Cider | Sacco Family

Virginia family photographer

If you are anything like me you love your dogs/animals just as much as your own children. So when you’re planning your next portrait session I can see where you might want to include those fur children in portraits too! Pups + Professional Portraits Well over my many years as a photographer I have pulled […]

Engagements & Anniversaries, Family Portraits

My Best Tips for Taking Professional Photos with Your Dogs

dogs in portraits

Family Portraits

I’ve been over here these past few weeks busily trying to brainstorm ALL of the FUN details that’ll go into the my Holiday mini sessions! And y’all…I’m so happy to say…these are going to be GREAT! To help in your pre-planning I’m going to answer a lot of the questions I’ve been getting about the […]

Holiday Mini Sessions FAQ

Family of three in christmas tree farm

To say this session with the Shannon family was incredible, would be the understatement of the year. All the stars aligned with the weather, the lighting, and this family was absolute perfection. This is the second year I have had the chance to see and photograph the Shannon Family. && this year had an extra […]

Family Portraits

A Fall Mini Session at Historic Tuckahoe | Shannon Family

expecting family in garden enjoying their last weeks together as a family of 3

Family Portraits

This year I have opened up more fall dates and locations to really serve my whole client base from Richmond to Northern Virginia. The main difference for 2021 minis: I am offering sessions on FIVE different dates to try to accommodate the most number of families.

2021 Fall Mini Sessions – Now Booking! | Northern Virginia Family Photographer