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While I have a good number of clients who have booked me years ahead for their son or daughter’s senior portraits, I still get many people who are a little confused about the how and why of portraits for their high school seniors. What I tell parents – is what I think about for myself, […]
If you are over 40 like me, you may remember the the “Brek Girl” shampoo ads back in the day in your “Seventeen” Magazines. They were usually beautiful blondes with the sun backlighting their long hair and a wide smile. This is what I kept thinking as I shot this stunning senior, although the antiquated […]
Last month I took these headshots of executives of Shelter House, a community-based, non-profit organization serving homeless families in Fairfax County, Virginia. They were gearing up to participate in the Allstate Foundation Purple Purse Challenge, and even though it ends on October 25, I wanted to help spread the word and also share a […]
Fall is finally here and families are starting to book their holiday sessions. This is one of my favorite times to photograph. It’s a chance for families to come together to celebrate each other and being a family. I love seeing their joy and love as they take this opportunity to hug and enjoy each […]
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