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Want to read about what I’m thinking? Welcome, memory-maker, to my frequently-forgotten-by-me blog. Often, my day to day thoughts and ramblings happen on my Instagram home, but sometimes, if I strike (what I feel is) gold, they’ll end up here, too. Also. I (try to) blog a handful of my full sessions, when I can find a quiet morning, under a blanket, with a warm cup of coffee.

  • First born

    First born

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    I can’t fight the chills (the emotional, I may cry kind) when I read this excerpt by Amy Wruble: “You’re my favorite person in the… read more

  • Fairfax, VA Backyard Wedding: F&J

    Fairfax, VA Backyard Wedding: F&J

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    I feel like in life, there’s this soundtrack of feelings … or maybe, an actual soundtrack. Does anyone else associate certain songs with certain seasons… read more

  • Baby C & Family

    Baby C & Family

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    This session was so special — Baby C’s mama and I lived in the same tiny apartment building several years ago. We were dating our… read more

  • Oh, hi!

    Oh, hi!

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    This is me, Cerissa (if you need it, “sir-ee-sah”). I had just gotten home from the gym (leg day, long breaks in between sets just… read more

  • DC Couple’s Session: M & B

    DC Couple’s Session: M & B

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    I love these two people SO much. I am so honored to have photographed them in their DC home, just hanging out, drinking coffee, talking… read more

  • Arlington, VA | Remodel/Interior Design

    Arlington, VA | Remodel/Interior Design

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    I was originally called into photograph this beautiful bathroom remodel; but had the opportunity to photograph a couple of extra details. read more

  • Alexandria, VA Family: Baby A

    Alexandria, VA Family: Baby A

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    Baby A’s mom and I worked together years ago, in Alexandria, VA. When they came to visit the area briefly, we scheduled a fun session,… read more

  • Newborn: Baby L

    Newborn: Baby L

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    Baby L is so loved. What I felt during this session: L’s mom and dad are SO supportive of each other. Now is the time… read more

  • Alexandria, VA  |  Remodel/Interior Design

    Alexandria, VA | Remodel/Interior Design

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    My love for photography began with capturing THINGS and spaces and just colors, so I was very excited about this session to photograph my talented… read more

  • Mother

    Mother

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    Being mom usually means not having time to take photos of all that you’ve created, especially photos that you’re in, too. Mother’s Day is May… read more