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Welcome to our newborn photography blog, where we capture the beauty and innocence of your little one’s first moments. From those tiny toes to their first sleepy smiles, we specialize in creating timeless images that you’ll cherish forever. Our gentle, soothing approach ensures your baby feels safe and comfortable while we craft stunning portraits that tell your family’s unique story. Explore our blog for tips, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of our newborn sessions.
Northern Virginia Cake Smash Photography Session featuring baby Estelle
How adorable is this Northern Virginia Cake Smash Photography Session with baby Estelle? Milestone sessions are one of my favorite sessions to capture. It’s that fun age when they are learning to walk and talk and SO curious with everything around them.
My biggest advice I could give for parents when booking a Northern Virginia Family Session and Cake Smash Session is to not expect anything to go right. You heard me! When they get to that age (one year old), this is when they become more vocal of what they like and dislike. So for cake smashes, not every kids will be excited to have a full cake and dig into it. But no matter how the child reacts to it, just know, happy or not these memories are worth capturing and you can later on share these memories and have a good laugh.
Tips for picking the perfect cake. This is VERY important. Simple is key! I would steer away from fondant because that’s really hard for a little one to get into. Highly suggest frosting because that’s easy for the little ones and makes a good photo op! If you have a theme for the session I would suggest getting your cake to match that theme! Very adorable and I have great baker recommendations to fit your needs!
I always like to start with a couple of portraits before baby gets messy, this includes family photos as well! This gives them a chance to warm up to me. I always recommend the session to start in the AM for best lighting and happy little one. We all know that our little ones have, what’s called witching hour so definitely morning is best. If you are having fun, your baby will most likely have fun as well!
I’m a Northern Virginia Newborn and Family photographer based in Loudoun County, VA.
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Top Northern Virginia most amazing locations for Family Sessions | Northern Virginia Family Photographer
Northern Virginia is one of the best places to photograph, and truly the top place that offers location diversity. From farms, fields, city, lakes and even WINERIES! So many choices to choose from, sometimes it can be a little overwhelming! But I’m here to save the day!
Sit back and relax, and enjoy your cup of coffee, while I tell you my top 5 favorite locations to shoot at and WHY!
Manassas Battlefield is probably my go to and all time favorite location to shoot at. I love the open field, gives you so much space and spots to shoot at. Definitely won’t disappoint. This field preserves the site of two major American Civil War battles, which is so interesting, the stone house is historic and such a beauty to see!
Next on the list is Meadowlark Botanical Gardens! This location is one of the top wedding locations to shoot at, and also amazing for family photos! The light here is just to die for, just like the one I photographed for this family session!
Stone Tower Winery is also on the list of top locations to have your wedding! The Harvest Barn is wonderful family friendly Tasting Room. The grounds of the winery is completely breathtaking. Also who doesn’t love a good place to enjoy some good wine and company!
Ida Lee Park is one of the most popular places to shoot at, not only does it hold fun activities to enjoy with the family. This beautiful location has unique spots to photograph including a barn and garden. This allows more space for the kids to run around and explore, which is my kind of jam!
This hidden gem is one of my favorite locations to shoot at during spring. If you have a green thumb then this place should definitely be on your list of places to be photographed at. This place is photogenic, easy to get to, and has plenty of parking – even on cloudy days this location brightens your day, like this family’s session.
