The Memorials
For a timeless and elegant setting, consider a Washington, DC memorial session. The city's iconic architecture and beautiful surrounding landscapes create a classic backdrop for family, couples, maternity, and senior portraits.
From the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument to the Jefferson Memorial, the National Mall offers a variety of grand architectural settings, reflecting pools, and beautiful evening light. These locations are especially beautiful around sunrise and sunset, when the monuments take on a softer, more romantic glow.
A DC memorial session is perfect if you're looking for something a little more editorial, classic, and distinctly Washington, DC while still capturing natural connection and genuine moments.
Bon Air Rose Garden
Bon Air Rose Garden is a beautiful setting for natural, romantic family photography in Northern Virginia. With its roses, greenery, and soft natural light, it creates a timeless backdrop for family, maternity, couples, and milestone sessions.
My approach is relaxed and connection-focused—less posing, more walking, playing, cuddling, and simply enjoying your family. The result is warm, authentic photographs that capture this season of your life beautifully.
Manassas Battlefield
Manassas Battlefield is a breathtaking spot filled with golden grasses, wide open fields, and rich history woven into the land. It’s the perfect setting for a photography session, where the warm light pours across the rolling hills and creates a timeless, natural backdrop. Whether it’s capturing playful family moments, a sweet maternity glow, or the quiet connection between loved ones, the peaceful atmosphere of the battlefield adds a sense of depth and beauty to every image. It’s a place where history meets nature, offering both charm and serenity for unforgettable photographs.
Grace haven farms
Grace Haven Farm – Located in Nokesville, VA, this family-run flower farm offers wide open fields, seasonal blooms, and a charming rustic barn. In spring and summer, the fields are filled with peonies, tulips, and wildflowers, creating a dreamy backdrop full of color and texture. The farm’s natural beauty and quiet atmosphere make it an ideal location for light, romantic, and nature-inspired sessions.
Mercer Lake
If you’re dreaming of a session surrounded by water, trees, and open skies, Mercer Lake is the perfect setting.
Known for its peaceful walking trails, tall pines, and wide lake views that glow beautifully at sunset. It offers a mix of open spaces and shaded forest, perfect for playful family moments or quiet, romantic portraits.
Mercer Lake feels a little tucked away, with winding paths, tall grasses, and soft light reflecting off the water. The best part-you can park at my house!
Burke Lake
Burke Lake is a beautiful setting for relaxed, natural family photography in Northern Virginia. With its peaceful lake, wooded trails, open fields, and gorgeous golden-hour light, there are plenty of opportunities for variety within a single session.
It’s especially lovely for families who want photographs that feel warm, candid, and connected. We can spend the session walking, exploring, playing, and enjoying time together while I capture the little moments naturally. The best part: There are plenty of locations around the lake that are absolutely gorgeous!
Old town Alexandria
Cobblestone streets, colorful doors, waterfront views, and that charming historic feel—Old Town Alexandria has it all. It’s one of those locations that instantly elevates a photo session because every corner has character. From quiet alleys with brick walls and ivy to the bustling waterfront at sunset, there’s truly no shortage of variety.
I love photographing here because it gives such a timeless, classic vibe—perfect for couples, families, or anyone who wants portraits with a mix of elegance and personality.
If Old Town has been on your list, this is your sign to book a session. Let’s stroll, explore, and capture portraits you’ll treasure forever.