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pregnant mom looking at husband and daughter during baltimore maternity photography session

Have questions about a Baltimore maternity and newborn session with me? Cool, because I have answers! When should I book my Baltimore maternity session? I usually suggest scheduling your session between 30 and 34 weeks. What should I wear for my maternity session? I’m a big fan of flowy, feminine dresses (or a flowy skirt […]

Baltimore Maternity and Newborn Photography FAQ

mom cradling baby on bed during baltimore newborn session

So you’re all set on an in home newborn photo session – yay! I love cozy, snuggly in home sessions for newborn photography. If you’re stressing about getting ready for your session, this blog is for you. There isn’t a whole lot to do to get ready! Getting ready for your Baltimore in home newborn […]

Getting ready for your Baltimore in home newborn photo session

family at baltimore park during fall family photos

As a mama of two with one on the way, I know life is always full. You have a lot of demands on your energy and attention, but don’t let that stop you from booking a family photo session with me! Fall is my favorite time of the year – the cooler weather, crisp air, […]

7 Reasons to Book Your Fall Family Photos in Baltimore with Me

boy laughing during columbia preschool picture day

As a Columbia, MD preschool photographer, I knew that I wanted to offer the schools I work with something different. I remember picture day when I was teaching a special education kindergarten class. I brought my students down to the gym, where the photo studio had set up a ton of equipment. Most of my […]

Columbia, MD Preschool Photographer

boy in bow tie smiling at annapolis preschool photographer

As an Annapolis preschool photographer, I’ve photographed hundreds of Annapolis area preschoolers! One thing I love sharing with schools and their community is that school photos don’t have to be awkward and boring. They can be fun, joyful, serious, and genuine. The best compliment I can get is when a parent emails me and says, […]

Annapolis Preschool Photographer

School portraits don’t have to be awkward and intimidating! I love sharing this unique style with schools who want to reflect their approach to educating children. Instead of boring, stuffy, and awkward, school picture day can be fun, natural, and organic. I’m able to easily connect with each kiddo in the few minutes we get […]

Rockville Preschool Photographer

girl sitting under water fountain at baltimore splash pad

A list of our favorite splash pads in the area, perfect for a summer day with your littles!

Best Splash Pads in Baltimore

As a homebirthing, breastfeeding, bedsharing mama, the mission behind World Breastfeeding Week is close to my heart. Before I became a mom, I knew I wanted to breastfeed. Then I had my baby and I realized how insanely difficult it was. Tongue tie, lip tie, torticollis were all things I didn’t expect. We saw a […]

World Breastfeeding Week

Last fall, I knew I needed help growing my business. A photographer I admire shared about open applications for her mastermind coaching program, and I decided to take a chance. Within a couple of weeks of applying, I paid my fee and was in! Not gonna lie, it felt like a risky move! In January, […]

Elena S Blair Mastermind Recap

toddler sisters kissing during family photo shoot in baltimore

One FAQ I get as a Baltimore family photographer is, “What time will our Baltimore family session be?” For outdoor sessions, the answer is pretty easy and pretty straight forward: golden hour.

What time will our family session be?