
Big bellies are not what maternity photos are truly about. They are about the couple, their lives about to take a major change, the excitement, and the nerves. I love the energy in the air. Here are a few favorites from a soon-to-be mom in DC.

Maternity sessions and family portraits are not very different to me. There’s a belly, that is fun to show off, and makes for some beautiful images. Mostly it is still about documenting a time in the family’s life. Shelby, Tim, and Sidney invited me to their home for portraits last weekend. They were so much…

I think close to 90% of my business these days is weddings, but portraits are such fun too. I especially love maternity sessions. While I take a few that are belly shots, I approach maternity photos not very different than engagement photography, or family portraits. To me, it’s a chance to document and celebrate your…

I met Carrie back when Evan, and my daughter, Mackenzie, were still napping on us in slings. Both are now toddling around, and Carrie is expecting her second baby boy in just a few weeks. This morning we did maternity photos and family portrait session of Carrie, Stephen, and Evan, in their Hillsboro neighborhood.