There’s something about photographing childhood that isn’t posed or polished — the way kids explore, and play, the ordinary in-between that’s better than the posed. That’s exactly what made this family session at UVA so special. From the moment we arrived, I could feel the ease each parent carried. They weren’t trying to manage the […]

Truth be told, I can get sucked onto the online shopping train, but so often, I wish I could simply visit a shop in person to try something on, feel the fabric or see what it actually looks like. I’m short too, so it means that things don’t always fit how I’d hope.  Or, if […]

Every year, my fall mini sessions sell out here in Charlottesville. It’s an event I look forward to each fall! And after doing minis for over 10 years, I’ve found that minis are really great for some families, and maybe not the best fit for families in different seasons of life. It all depends! I […]

If you’ve been following for a while, you know how much I adore at-home or in-home family photo sessions here in Charlottesville. Unfortunately, the pandemic sidelined these sessions for a while. Thankfully, they are back in full swing and I’ve missed them so much. At-home sessions are always a great choice in my book! Home […]

Whether you’re looking to hire a photographer for the first time, or if we’ve worked together before, you might be wondering: What’s the best way for me print and enjoy my photos? You may love to DIY and make your own albums, or you may have an existing stairwell gallery you need to add to. […]

  Kids getting older is just a part of life. Getting to watch those kids get older as an outsider looking in is just so very fun, and such an honor to be invited into. I’ve been photographing this family since Matilda was a wee little one. Think toddling around and bouncy baby curls. We’ve […]