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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!

July is the ideal time for outdoor gatherings, building sand castles, indulging in ice cream, and enjoying quick trips to the beach. It’s also the perfect moment to consider scheduling a holiday mini session for your holiday cards and personalized gifts. Admittedly, contemplating a Christmas mini session while wearing flip flops might seem a bit […]

Family Portraits

Christmas in July for a Mini Session | Virginia Family Photographer

Tree farm photos with blue truck

Family Portraits

If you haven’t scheduled your family photos for this summer yet, don’t worry! We’re here to assure you that it’s not too late to plan a memorable and stunning photo session with your loved ones. With the longer days, radiant sun-kissed glows, and a multitude of breathtaking locations, summer provides the perfect backdrop for creating […]

Expert Tips for a Perfect Summer Family Photo Session

mom, dad, and baby taking summer family photos in the outdoors

Family portraits are more than just a collection of smiling faces; they are a celebration of love and togetherness. Where multi-generational family portraits show us the enduring bonds that span across generations. In Fluvanna, one family decided to commemorate a special day by capturing the essence of their family’s history. While cherishing the memory of […]

Family Portraits

Multi-generational Family Portraits in Fluvanna

Family Portraits

I am eagerly anticipating our upcoming portrait session! Portrait sessions can seem intimidating but I promise, they don’t have to be. Let’s plan ahead and take any nerves or if you’re doing the “right thing” (whatever that is anyway, we’ll get to that) out of the equation with these last minute tips. Last-minute tips to […]

Preparation Tips for your Upcoming Portrait Session

Virginia family photographer

One of my favorite times of year in Washington D.C. is the Cherry Blossoms blooming season!  In fact D.C. is famous for its stunning cherry blossom trees all across the world.  The History of the Cherry Blossoms: In 1912, the Mayor of Tokyo, Japan, Yukio Ozaki, gifted 3,000 cherry blossom trees to the city of […]

Couples Portraits, Family Portraits, Proposals, Senior Portraits

My Favorite Places to Find Cherry Blossoms in Washington D.C.

Cherry Blossom Festival Location

Family Portraits

As an Alexandria, VA family photographer, Old Town Alexandria is one of my favorite spots! My first fall mini sessions this year were photographed in Alexandria, and they were wildly successful! We had such a beautiful day. The weather was a perfect 61 degrees with a bright sunny afternoon.  These fall mini sessions in Old […]

Alexandria, Virginia Fall Mini Sessions

Alexandria VA family photographer

As a family photographer near Richmond, VA I love taking advantage of all the beautiful places to photograph. The last fall mini session day for this year took place on the back lawn at the Virginia Fine Art Museum in Richmond, Virginia. It was a great chance for me to catch up with some of […]

Family Portraits

Fall Mini Sessions in Richmond, Virginia

Family photographer in Richmond, VA

Family Portraits

Christmas Tree Farm photos only get better when you add in a Blue Truck! It’s no secret that the weeks between the start of September through mid-December are some of the busiest weeks in my year. Typically, I end this time frame with lots of mini sessions over the weekends. This year was no different. […]

Blue Truck Christmas Tree Farm Mini Sessions

Tree farm photos in Virginia