timeless • painterly • one-of-a-kind
Portraits
These galleries offer a look at how I capture fine art portraits — painterly, timeless images that reveal each child's personality and spirit. Every session is crafted with careful attention to light, styling, and genuine expression, creating portraits that feel like heirlooms.
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Studio fine art portrait collection
Julie
Fine Art
A collection of fine art portraits showcasing a range of styles — from dramatic dance and ballet imagery to painterly studio work and themed, stylized concepts. Each portrait is crafted with careful attention to light, wardrobe, and genuine expression, creating timeless images that feel like works of art.
Down a country road
Lilly's Senior Photoshoot
A classic vintage Bronco, golden light, and effortless confidence make this senior session one to remember. We captured Lilly's personality in a relaxed outdoor setting, blending timeless style with the freedom of senior year. Senior portraits like these celebrate exactly who your senior is, right at this milestone moment.
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A bond captured in time
Brother & Sister
Fine Art
There's something timeless about a portrait of siblings together. In this fine art session, we captured the personality and connection between brother and sister — from the playful detail of a hand of cards to the painterly, old-masters styling. These are the portraits families treasure for generations.
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40 years behind the camera, including Emmy Award-winning work in broadcast photography, editing, writing, and production.
Portrait Photography
A beautiful portrait starts long before the shutter clicks. From our first conversation to final delivery, every step is designed to be relaxed, creative, and fun — especially for children who feel shy in front of the camera.
Here's what you can expect when we work together:
THE PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE
- MORE THAN JUST A PICTURE -
It starts with a conversation. Reach out and tell me about your child — their personality, their interests, and the kind of portraits you're dreaming of. We'll talk through what makes a session special and plan the perfect experience.
1. Inquire
2. design your session
Together we plan the details — wardrobe, concept, and setting. From classic fine art children's portraits to stylized, themed sessions with dramatic fabric, props, or fog and powder effects, we build a session around your child's personality and your vision.
3. the shoot
The magic happens in our Chantilly, VA studio or on location in the Washington, DC area. This isn't just about taking pictures — we become a creative team, working together to capture authentic moments. My team and I take pride in keeping every session relaxed and fun, especially for children who feel camera-shy.
4. professional editing
After the shoot, we work with our professional editor to craft stunning high-resolution images. Every frame is refined to bring out natural, genuine expressions and the timeless, painterly quality that defines fine art portraiture.
5. Online Gallery delivery
Your finished portraits are delivered as priceless heirlooms, ready to print as fine art or share with family and friends — timeless images you'll treasure for a lifetime.
Portrait Photography Pricing
Studio portraits - $300
60-minute session with ten edited digital images.
Additional images from your session are $25 each.
If shooting with additional people in the same session, each additional person is $50.
What's included:
Professional consultation, studio session, full editing, high-resolution files.
on-location portraits - $600
60-minute session at your chosen location within 60 miles of Chantilly, VA, plus $100 travel fee.
Ten edited digital images. Additional images from your session are $25 each.
Each additional person is $50.
What's included:
Professional consultation, on-location session, full editing, high-resolution files.
What's not included:
Travel beyond 60 miles of Chantilly. For locations further out, contact for a custom quote.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN ALL SESSIONS:
Professional consultation before your shoot so we understand your vision. High-resolution digital files suitable for digital use, social media, and professional printing through any lab you choose. We can recommend labs that offer excellent quality at good value. All files are yours to keep and use.
