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Gloomy Day Midlothian Family Photos
What happens when your family photo session day is gloomy and rainy? Well, when you’re doing in-home family photos, nothing changes and we have an amazing time. Here’s proof.

How Photos Reshape a Memory
I found a pack of printed photos while packing to move, and they brought me back to a time I had rather not remember. Here’s how these photos added color to a black and white time of life.

Why You Shouldn’t Hire a Professional Photographer
Want to know why you shouldn’t hire a professional photographer? I got you covered.

6 RVA Activities You Can Do Before Naptime
Run out of things to do in the mornings with your little kids, before naptime? Here are 6 ideas to get you out of the house and having fun around Richmond before lunch.

Why and When I Choose Black and White
The tale of how I learned how to see tones in black and white, and how I apply that in my client work now. Hint: sometimes it’s easy, and sometimes you have to fail multiple times.

The BS Behind “18 Summers”
There are a few crucial factors that the fear mongers haven’t taken into account when they tell you you only have 18 summers with your kids.

The Box Above the Mantle: A Lesson in Foresight
Foresight is hampered by our inability to predict the future. Change is always happening, even when we can’t see it.

How to Mentally Prepare Your Kids for a Photo Session
While you're picking out clothes and I'm picking out locations, it's just as important to mentally prepare for a photo session. Here are some practical tips on how to help your kids mentally prep.

The 5 Personalities of Children I Photograph
The five personality types of kids I photograph during family sessions, and how I photograph them. How does your kid stack up?

Your House Is Not Cute - And Other Lies You Tell Yourself
If you’re hesitating to book an in-home family photo session because you think your house isn’t cute enough, I’m here to tell you why those lies don’t matter.
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