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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!

There is something incredibly special about a maternity session during peak cherry blossom season in Washington, DC. Soft pink blooms, glowing light, and the quiet excitement of spring coming to life create the perfect backdrop for celebrating a growing family. This session took place at the Tidal Basin during peak bloom, when the cherry trees […]

Motherhood Portraits

A Peak Cherry Blossom Maternity Session at the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC

Pregnant couple walking along the Tidal Basin during peak cherry blossom season in Washington, DC, with blooming cherry trees framing a spring maternity photo session.

Couples Portraits

I love that my chosen career has taken me to photographing some great couples around the DMV area. Couples regularly request to have DC Cherry Blossom engagement photos taken in late March. This was the first  year where I braved the Tidal Basin during the DC Cherry Blossom Festival on peak bloom day one. Getting […]

D.C. Cherry Blossom Engagement Photos | Alycia + Jim

Cherry Blossom Festival Photos

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