I recently had the opportunity to photograph one of the most culturally significant (and most adorable) events ever – the Doljabi ceremony. This is my second time photographing this special event for this family in Rockville, Maryland. This traditional Korean first birthday celebration has the birthday kiddo, dressed up in a resplendent Hanbok, choosing an […]

My newsletter list got the first crack at my (first ever) spring + mini sessions, but the rest of the slots are now open to anyone! If you’ve ever wanted to do a mini photo session, now’s the time! May 7th, Carroll Creekhttps://mk.hbportal.co/schedule/64345cb3ee4c570d506c6122 May 27th, National Cathedral https://mk.hbportal.co/schedule/64345f6fbaf8f00123b88a1b June 17th, Alexandria https://mk.hbportal.co/schedule/64345ffa1905080036b85bb6 June 24th, Gambrill […]

I don’t get to do many senior photo sessions, but I have to say- I love it and I want to do more. Kaya is an incredible young lady. The first thing that stood out to me is how confident she is. She knows what she wants, she knows who she is, and she knows […]

Can you believe it’s May? I honestly can’t. This year seems to be at double speed… but maybe that’s because the last two were in slow motion. May is a great month for family portraits- everything is colorful and green, landscaping everywhere is perfect, and the temperature is ideal- not too hot, not too cold. […]

This was such a treat! Meet Sunshine, the coolest 90 year old I’ve ever met, and honestly, just one of the coolest people I’ve ever met. A few weeks ago she celebrated her 90th birthday in style with a sweet soiree at Heritage Hunt Golf and Country Club in Gainesville Virginia. This was the first […]

Why I do what I do. (shared with permission) 🌈 “Just wanted to say thank you again for the wonderful pictures, specifically the one of the lockets. I’ve been trying to figure out for years the right way to honor her and remember her that was the right fit for both me and Matt… and […]

Daddy Love. Mama Love. Family Love. Simply the best!

The Dol ceremony blesses the child on their 1st birthday with a prosperous future in Korean culture. The birthday baby wears a hanbok and a traditional hat. As you can see, Lily looked ADORABLE! All of the guests, minus grandparents were on Zoom- it was so fun to see them all on the tv screen, […]

I’m not really sure what the fall is going to look like for photos. I don’t think anyone does. I photograph so many families in October and November and I don’t know if that’s something we’ll be able to do this year. The thought of that breaks my heart. Looking at the trends and where […]

 I love documenting these twins! It’s the best way to start my summer every June. Every year just gets better and better. I’ve been photographing the Hill Family in Washington, DC since this sweet mama was pregnant with this duo. To follow this family for so many years is so special and such a treat […]