Water Works and Locomotion: Kids Summer Photo Ideas

Capturing your family’s summer fun on film is not only a great for remembering the good times together, but it also helps you to be more engaged with your kids in the present moment. This especially true when we slow down and cherish the little, everyday summer fun...

Islinger Family Mini-Session Mixer

Under One, Services, Toddlers, Kids, Photo Shoots

This was the first time I had the pleasure of photographing the Islinger family, and it’s all thanks to my wonderful client Teresa Bernstein who invited the Islingers along with a 3rd family, Elizabeth Betta and her son Leo, (whose photos I’ll be publishing...

Seeing Double: Twin Photography at JKP

Photo Shoots

One of the great photography joys I’ve had over the years is capturing a number of twins on film. It occurred to me a while ago that I’ve photographed them all: identical twins, fraternal twins; newborn twins and twins who are older. What never ceases to...

Favorite Spring Shoot Locations in DC

Tips, Photo Shoots

Family photography takes on many faces, and many locations. One of the things I get asked frequently is: Where are your favorite DC photo spots? While there are many spectacular settings in and around the Washington DC area, here are some of my favorite springtime...

Baltimore Family Photo Shoot for Wasylak Family

Toddlers, Kids, Photo Shoots, Family

Despite some bitterly cold wind and uncomfortable weather for this photo shoot, the Wasylak family managed to take some truly beautiful photos at Fort McHenry in Baltimore. The fort is right on the Baltimore Harbor and isn’t overly protected from the wind coming off...

Bold Colors and Fall Foliage for the Price Family Session

Toddlers, Kids, Photo Shoots

Washington, DC Alleyways for Fall Family Photo Sessions? YES! Fall family photo sessions in Washington, DC neighborhoods are some of my favorites types of photo shoots. That is because these less-obvious locations can provide a unique and wonderful backdrop for a...