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What to wear continued or should I say what to avo

What to wear continued or should I say what to avoid!⁠
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Tip 6 - Avoid neon colors or loud patterns - A sure fire way to ruin your photos is to wear something loud.⁠
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Tip 7 - Avoid logos, characters, or words - As humans we are programmed to look for alpha-numeric characters or logos we have seen over and over. These things will dominate your photo taking away from your beautiful faces.⁠
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So what are you planning on wearing at your next photo session?⁠
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What to wear continued!⁠ ⁠ Tip 4 - Well Fittin

What to wear continued!⁠
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Tip 4 - Well Fitting Clothes - Wear clothes that fit well will not only make your photos look great but will also make you feel great!⁠
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Tip 5 - Don't Forget About Your Shoes - Make sure to coordinate your foot wear with your outfit, there will be full body shots!⁠
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Head on over to the link in my bio for a more in-depth discussion of these tips!⁠
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The number one question I get from clients is what

The number one question I get from clients is what to wear for your family photo session. This week I will be highlighting my top 7 tips for what to wear and what not to wear! Here are the first 3 quick tips, head on over to the blog in my bio link to read more in-depth!⁠
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Tip 1: Dress it Up or Dress it Down - You will never regret dressing to the nines for your photos but if you are a more casual family go for a dressy casual look.⁠
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Tip 2: Coordinate Outfits - This does not mean matchy-matchy. Pick 2 or 3 colors that are compatible for your family⁠
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Tip 3: Accessorize - A great statement necklace, scarf, pocket square or watch will add layers to your outfits and photos.⁠
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"To describe my mother would be to write about a h

"To describe my mother would be to write about a hurricane in its perfect power. Or the climbing, falling colors of a rainbow." -- Maya Angelou⁠
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"When you are a mother, you are never really alone

"When you are a mother, you are never really alone with your thoughts. A mother always has to thing twice, once for herself and once for her child" -- Sophia Loren⁠
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"Being a mother is learning about strengths you di

"Being a mother is learning about strengths you didn't know you had and dealing with fears you never knew existed" -- Linda Wooten⁠
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It's all about the Mom's this week! Being a mothe

It's all about the Mom's this week! Being a mother is one of the greatest joys but hardest job. The dichotomy of the highs and lows can sometimes be enough to break us. ⁠
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I need you to remember that you are loved, appreciated, and needed!⁠
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"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." -- Robert Browning⁠
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How Much Does Fine Art School Photography Cost?⁠

How Much Does Fine Art School Photography Cost?⁠
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Surprisingly the cost is around the same as using the big box companies. There is absolutely no charge to the school. The cost of the prints and digital files are roughly the same but the quality of the photos is so much better. ⁠
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For a list of print and digital prices please don’t hesitate to contact me!⁠
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Capturing kids' unique personalities is so fun! T

Capturing kids' unique personalities is so fun! This little girl obviously loves her guitar, she was so careful bringing it out to the shoot. ⁠
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Are Sibling Photos Offered in Fine Art School Phot

Are Sibling Photos Offered in Fine Art School Photography?⁠
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Absolutely, I love taking photos of siblings! A custom schedule will be made with your school to make sure parents who want sibling photos can be accommodated.⁠
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Ready to book your school? ⁠
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This is the most important piece of advice I give

This is the most important piece of advice I give to all families. The family photo session isn’t just for getting that perfect Christmas card pic. Take the time to just enjoy hanging out with each other. The photos you get will be so much better and remind you of taking the hour out to just be with and have fun with each other!⁠
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A happy family will make great photos. One key to

A happy family will make great photos. One key to that is making sure everyone has been fed (We don’t want hangry kids!). The other key is to make sure everyone is rested. If you still have toddlers (or even teenagers) that need naps, try not to overschedule your portrait session day to avoid skipping naps. ⁠
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There is no such thing as too dressy for your phot

There is no such thing as too dressy for your photo session. Dressy photos always stand out and you will never be disappointed that you took the time to dress up for your portrait session. But if you are a more casual family do what makes you feel comfortable. The only caution is to avoid being “matchy-matchy”, such as the whole family where’s the same patterned shirt and jeans. Also, pick 2 – 3 coordinating colors instead of having everyone wear the same color. This will create contrast and depth in your photos allowing you and your family to shine, not your clothes!⁠
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What is Fine Art School Photography?⁠ ⁠ It is

What is Fine Art School Photography?⁠
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It is a personalized boutique-style school picture day experience. I will work with you to find the perfect location inside or outside your school. I provide communication that you can forward to your parents to help them prepare their children and know what to expect on picture day. On the day of the photoshoot, I have fun with the kids so that parents get photos that truly capture their kids’ personalities. The shooting process is organized, efficient, and most of all fun for both the teachers and kids. ⁠
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Want this kind of experience for your kids pre-school?⁠
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Let me know and I can reach out to your pre-school!⁠
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Location choice is important in planning any sessi

Location choice is important in planning any session. A few of my favorite in Northern Virginia are⁠
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📸 Stone Bridge at Manassas Battlefield⁠
📷 EC Lawrence Park⁠
📸 Sully Historic Site⁠
📷 Meadowlark Gardens⁠
📸 Bull Run Park⁠
📷 Lake Ann Reston⁠
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Sending the next 2 days learning!! Always trying t

Sending the next 2 days learning!! Always trying to grow.

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Last chance for spring school portraits. I have o

Last chance for spring school portraits. I have opened up one last day, Sunday, March 21st from 3:30pm to 4:30pm at the Sully Historic Site. Head to the link in my bio 👆 for scheduling details!⁠
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Spending the week with this beautiful family. Fri

Spending the week with this beautiful family. Friends make the best company sometimes.⁠
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Spring is coming!!! I may open the windows today!

Spring is coming!!! I may open the windows today! It is amazing to me how the sun being out and the thought of 60-degree weather brightens up my mood. ⁠
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What are you going to do today to enjoy the sunshine?⁠
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These kids grow up so fast! It is hard to grasp t

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