As soon as the holidays pass, it’s birthday season in our household. With winter babies, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking through different birthday party options over the years. We’ve also attended many birthday parties around Charlottesville, spanning all kinds of activities and ages. While the best birthday party spots here aren’t always the […]

When I was chatting with a Charlottesville mama last week about her upcoming session, we started talking through different location styles. She paused and said, “I never thought about how each spot has its own feel.” It was such a great reminder of how much the right setting can shape your photos. By photographing families […]

Every time I chat with a new client, the question of what to wear almost always comes up. Whether it’s your very first photo session or your tenth, choosing outfits can feel like one of the trickiest parts. Even with a clear vision (and great style!), there are still family opinions to balance — because […]

Each and every fall is a fun and wild sprint. The weather cools down a bit, this town shines in such beautiful ways and my calendar fills up quickly. Somehow, in the middle of back-to-school chaos, sports schedules, and the whirlwind of fall, families still show up to press pause on it all and savor […]

While I wouldn’t call myself a true “foodie,” I do love a great meal—especially one I didn’t have to cook. I’m always on the lookout for local spots to support, and I’ll take a cozy neighborhood restaurant over a big chain any day. Charlottesville has no shortage of amazing options, and I’ve built a growing […]

With the windows rolled down and the blooms popping up around town, spring is simply one of the best seasons in Charlottesville, VA. While fall tends to steal the spotlight in this beautiful mountain town, spring brings its own kind of joy—longer days, warmer weather, and plenty of opportunities to get outside with your family. […]