Images That Keep on Giving

I am interrupting my regular session posts, or should I say not so regular since I am so behind on blogging all of the amazing memories from the end of 2021. In between the sweet newborn babies and the excited fabulous seniors I photographed, I submitted some of my work to various publications and gallery exhibits this past year.

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While on vacation in Nags Head, NC this summer, I set out to get some images of the sunset after what was the rainiest week ever. This was the last frame as my daughter was pointing out the changes in the sky.

The final image was published in National Association of Professional Child Photographers Inspired Magazine!

It was also chosen as part of Praxis Gallery and Photographic Arts Center November photography exhibit in Minneapolis.

I was just notified this image was also selected as part of the Focus on the Story project right here in DC where local artists have their work showcases in a projection exhibit. It is in collaboration with the Exposed DC community of artists.

So yea…this image is definitely one that just keeps on giving.

In August, one of my images was selected to be a part of the city exhibit held at Foley Gallery in New York City. I was actually able to visit and check out the show…

This image of a building facade on Bleeker Street was the featured image. What a great excuse for a NYC weekend getaway too. This exhibit was a collaboration with My Feature Shoot

New York never disappoints.

New York City Skyline

The above image was just chosen as part of the January projection project at Metrobar DC for local artists.

I am thrilled and grateful whenever an image of mine is featured. It means the art I have created has spoken to someone and evoked a feeling or a connection to something. I am honored to grow among such talented artists.

Lake Braddock Senior

Lake Braddock Senior

What an amazing time I had with Chase at his senior session at Lake Braddock High School in Burke, VA. He was so easy to work with…

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and SOOOO handsome…

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The weather in Nova was perfect that night and we chose different spots around his high school to help tell a story with his senior images..

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Closed out the evening with some photos with mom. What a privilege it is to make these memories for her. I am grateful and wishing Chase all the best as he wraps up his high school days.

Lorton Workhouse Arts

I was so excited to see these two again at The Workhouse Arts in Lorton, VA

The coolest brother / sister team ever…

There is an incredibly strong bond between J and V…

Almost 18 and almost 14…What a great time to document. I am always thrilled when parents reach out to me for images of their teens. It seems like we take so many photographs when our babies are young and as they grow, life happens and we just don’t take as many.

Aren’t they just gorgeous?!

I hope mom and dad love these as much as I do! I was so happy to have them in front of the camera.

They are both strong and confident with such kindness towards one another. Everything you want your teens to be.

Springfield, VA Family Session

Sometimes an overcast day is the best for photographs…

This awesome dad purchased a gift certificate for a full family session. Best gift ever!!! I am so happy we chose Lake Mercer in Springfield, VA for our location…

These strong and beautiful sisters were a dream to photograph.

I would like to personally thank this family for being so gorgeous, coordinated and easy to work with. Some color, some black and white, magical in- between moments and a whole lot of fun.

Burke, Va Senior Swimmer

Can you include your activity or sport in your senior session? Hells Yea you can! This senior session was so much fun.

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Aleigha requested two locations for her senior photographs in Burke, Virginia. She has spent hours at this pool both competing and working as a lifeguard…

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We met early on a gorgeous morning to have the space all to ourselves…

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It was so much fun to get images both in the water and around the pool.

Aleigha will be swimming for Campbell University in the fall and I am so excited for her. This is part one of this beauty’s session so stay tuned for the next set..They are fabulous!

Leesburg, VA Equestrian Senior

Amy brought it to her senior session. Like really brought it. She’s such a natural…

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For this senior session, we started off with Tito at Hedgeland Equestrian Complex in Leesburg, Virgina. It’s the place Amy has spent countless hours doing what she loves.

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OMG!!! Dina- these are amazing!! Just breathtaking.
— Jean
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We almost rescheduled our time together due to the rain but then Mother Nature decided to get on board and the rest is magical.

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Amy is off to Virginia Tech where she plans to study business. It was such a privilege to document this time for her.