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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!

2020 has become my year of returning couples for pregnancies. Jamie and Josh are my third returning couple to share with me their joyous news. I first met Jamie and Josh for their engagement portraits back in 2017 at Tuckahoe.

Couples Portraits, Family Portraits

A Summer Pregnancy Announcement for Jamie & Josh | Libby Hill Park Photographer

mother and father to be laughing together during pregnancy announcement photo session

Family Portraits

To say I adore this sweet couple would be an understatement. When I first met Shannon and Austin it was in HIGH SCHOOL! Yep, these two are high school sweethearts,

A Spring Sunset Maternity Session | Historic Tuckahoe Family Photographer

Historic Tuckahoe maternity Portraits Photographer

Harrison FamilyBelle Grove Plantation | Middletown, Virginia Warning: You’re going to want to do a fall family session after seeing this shoot I did! This run of the Harrisons is actually my inlaws and niece. I have been in the Harrison family orbit for 5 years this month! Aside from our two family beach trips, […]

Family Portraits

A Fall Family Session at Belle Grove Plantation | Middletown Family Photographer

Family Portraits

More than any other question, clients always ask what they should wear to their family session. Coordinating your outfits can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be! I’ve created some sample clothing boards and color palettes to jump-start you as you plan your family’s clothing. For fall, I’m loving warm tones like […]

What you Should Wear for your Fall Family Portraits | Richmond Family Photographer

FAMILY ALBUMS! It’s no secret I LOVE albums. I love all forms of printed photos, but I really really love albums. Admittedly, I am a book person. I was resistant to my (now beloved) Kindle, it’s just so convenient, but I still can’t wait to get my hands on a good book I can turn […]

Family Portraits

How Best to Hand Down Memories to your Children | Charlottesville Family Photographer

Family Portraits

Arrive Early Arrive 5-10 minutes early to give yourself plenty of time for last minute issues that may arise.  Mini Sessions are scheduled back to back and any amount of time that you’re late will directly impact the length of your session and number of images you may receive. What To Wear I know planning […]

Preparing for your Winter Mini Session | Fluvanna Family Photographer