Children & Family Sessions

We want to capture your family legacy and provide heirloom art for the enjoyment of generations to come. We photograph families through classic portraiture, lifestyle and documentary approaches, and unique adventure sessions. Amanda loves working with families of all backgrounds and abilities, treasuring what is uniquely them, and creating lasting connections with her clients.

The Family Session

Designed for the whole family! Everyone will be photographed individually, as a group, and various other arrangements.

  • Special attention is given to portraits of the children.

  • We always incorporate candid playful moments too!

  • Family sessions usually require about an hour, but may go longer.

  • Extended family may incur an additional fee.

The Solo Session

Great for seniors and grads, a birthday celebration, or to commemorate
a new school year.

Documentary Lifestyle

These sessions take place in and around your home and are a “fly on the wall” approach to documenting the unique treasures of your every day life.

The Adventure Session

The Adventure session is our version of a lifestyle session. Choose your own adventure! We can photograph a neighborhood exploration, picnic in the park, hike in the woods, explore a National Park, or even a trip to the beach!

Session options includes up to either 4 hours or 8 hours of photography.

Formal Portraits & Lifestyle Photojournalism.

Separate portrait collections available for Adventure sessions. Please inquire for details.

Mother and son cuddled on grass for outdoor portrait at local park
Portrait of a young family of four posed in front of the Unites States Capitol building in Washington, D.C.
Lifestyle adventure portrait of child playing in an urban splash pad
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Outdoor family portrait of couple and baby smiling at the camera in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
Outdoor family portrait of couple and baby playing together in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
Outdoor family portrait of couple and baby smiling at the camera in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
Candid lifestyle portrait of mother and toddler daughter underneath the cherry blossoms in Stanton Park, Washington, D.C.
Outdoor family portrait of couple and toddler daughter underneath the cherry blossoms in Stanton Park, Washington, D.C.
Outdoor candid family portrait of couple and toddler daughter underneath the cherry blossoms in Stanton Park, Washington, D.C.
Portrait of toddler and preschooler hugging in the grass near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Candid lifestyle portrait of toddler and mother near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Candid outdoor lifestyle portrait of preschooler and father near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Candid outdoor lifestyle portrait of young family near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Outdoor lifestyle portrait of preschooler and mother smiling at the camera near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Newborn lifestyle portrait on a bed with older siblings
Newborn lifestyle portrait on a bed with mom and older sibling kissing baby's head.
Candid lifestyle portrait of young boy on a bed during a family portrait session.
Candid lifestyle portrait of young boy on a bed during a family portrait session.
Newborn lifestyle portrait on a bed with mom and older sibling hiding underneath.
Newborn lifestyle portrait on a bed with mom and older sibling giving cuddles.
Lifestyle portrait of young girl on a bed during a family portrait session.
Outdoor posed fall family portrait of couple and baby smiling at the camera in Lincoln Park, Washington, D.C.
Outdoor posed fall family portrait of couple and baby smiling at the camera in Lincoln Park, Washington, D.C.
Candid outdoor fall portrait baby smiling candidly in Lincoln Park, Washington, D.C.
Legacy heirloom outdoor portrait of baby with grandparent in Lincoln Park, Washington, D.C.
Legacy heirloom outdoor family portrait of baby with parents and grandparents in Lincoln Park, Washington, D.C.
A happy family of three standing in a grand, ornate marble hall with large windows, smiling at the camera.
A family of three walking hand in hand in a park with blooming cherry blossom trees, with pastel pink flowers and green grass.
Young boy smiling outdoors in a navy blue coat, white shirt, and bow tie, standing in a park with trees and grass, autumn background.
Happy family of three enjoying a day outdoors under blooming cherry blossom trees. The father is carrying the young boy on his shoulders, and the mother is standing beside them smiling.
Four smiling people hugging outdoors in autumn, standing on a path with trees and fall foliage in the background.
A man smiling and holding two young boys in a wooded outdoor setting during fall, all wearing grey sweaters and laughing.
Three women hugging and smiling outdoors in a park.
Group photo of eight diverse people with two dogs in a forested park during autumn.
A family of three, a woman, a man, and a baby girl, smiling and posing together outdoors in front of the U.S. Capitol building.
A baby girl in a pink floral outfit walking on a brick path, holding hands with two adults, outside in a garden.
A family of four standing outdoors in front of a blooming cherry blossom tree, smiling and hugging each other.
A young boy with wet curly hair smiling at the camera on the left, and another boy wearing a navy polo and brown shorts splashing in a body of water on the right.
A young boy with curly brown hair wearing a navy blue polo shirt and tan shorts playing and splashing in shallow water outdoors with trees and buildings in the background.
Young boy with wet hair smiling outdoors in a city park with an adult woman in the background.
Child walking through water fountain in an urban park on a sunny day.
A woman and a young boy lying on the grass, smiling and playing together.
A man in a black suit holding a young girl in a yellow dress and blue bow, smiling inside a modern, brightly lit building.
Happy family of three, mother, father, and baby girl, smiling indoors with a wooden wall and windows in the background.
A woman with brown hair holding a baby girl in a yellow dress, both smiling and looking at each other in an indoor setting.
Smiling baby girl in a yellow dress sitting on a bench with ornate stone detailing.
A smiling woman and a young child sitting on a bench outdoors near a fountain. The woman is wearing a light pink dress, and the child is wearing a striped shirt and denim shorts. Green trees and a stone railing are in the background.
A family of four walking in a park with blooming cherry blossom trees, holding hands, and smiling happily.
A woman holding a newborn baby outdoors near blooming cherry blossom trees, both with noses touching.
A father and his son outdoors in a park during spring, with blooming cherry blossom trees in the background. The father is lifting the boy into the air, both are smiling and laughing.
A happy family of three outdoors during fall; a man holding a smiling young boy, and a woman standing beside them with her arm around the man, all sharing joyful expressions.
A woman and a young boy hugging in an outdoor forest setting, smiling at the camera, autumn leaves on the ground.
A family of four, two adults and two young boys, walking through a forested area on a sunny day, smiling and holding hands.
A woman with braided hair and a black long-sleeve shirt holding a toddler with curly hair and a yellow outfit, smiling indoors in front of a white door and a wall with tree and bear artwork.
A young child with curly hair sitting on a gray sofa, laughing and holding a book, with a plush white and yellow blanket behind their back and a painted tree on the wall in the background.
Young child sitting on a gray couch, wearing matching yellow pajamas, looking at a colorful children's book.
A woman and a young child sitting at a wooden dining table in a bright kitchen, with the woman smiling and reaching toward the child, who is sitting in a high chair with food and condiments on the tray.
A young child with curly hair in a high chair, smiling and waving, with a woman smiling at her sitting at a wooden table.
Close-up of a baby lying on a white blanket, looking at the camera with a curious expression.
A family of three standing outdoors on a fall trail, surrounded by trees with green and orange leaves, smiling at the camera.
A smiling young boy with brown hair, wearing a gray and white long-sleeve shirt, peeking from behind a tree in a wooded outdoor area.
Young man wearing blue graduation cap and gown outdoors, smiling amid green trees.
A family of three standing on a paved path in a park with autumn leaves and trees around them. The man is holding a toddler, and both adults are smiling.
A baby sitting on a park bench, holding the armrest and smiling with an open mouth in an outdoor setting with trees and fallen leaves.
A happy family outdoors under blooming pink trees, with a man holding a baby while women on either side touch his arms, all smiling.
A family of three sitting on a quilt outdoors with pink flowering trees in the background. The father and mother are smiling and holding their infant child. The mother is wearing a colorful scarf, and the father is in a light blue shirt.
A happy family of three, feeding a baby with a bottle, sitting on a blanket in a park with pink cherry blossom trees in the background.
A happy family of three, including a father, mother, and their baby, standing outdoors in a park with pink flowering trees in the background.
A family of four, including a woman, a man, a teenage girl, and a baby girl, standing outdoors in a park with fall foliage. The family is smiling, and the baby girl is being held by the man.
A woman and a man are smiling and looking at a baby girl they are holding outdoors, with autumn leaves in the background.
A smiling woman holding a young girl in front of a cityscape with a decorated Christmas tree and a fountain.
A family playing together under festive holiday decorations with snowflake and star-shaped lights hanging overhead in an urban shopping area.
A family celebrating Christmas outdoors, with the father kissing the child's cheek, and the mother smiling as she holds the child dressed in a red dress with white fur trim, surrounded by holiday decorations.
A happy family of three outdoors during winter; a man holding a baby girl dressed in white, woman smiling at the baby; there are lights on trees in the background.
A joyful man with a beard sitting on a park bench with two young boys, one sitting on his lap and the other standing beside him, all smiling and having fun outdoors in a park with trees and grass.
A woman sitting on a park bench with two young children, all smiling and laughing. The background shows trees and a house.
A family of four standing outdoors on a lawn, with a dog sitting nearby. The family includes a young boy, a woman holding a baby girl, and a man. The background features trees with yellow leaves and a house.
A baby girl wearing a pink headband with a bow, lying on her stomach on a pink blanket outdoors in a park with green grass and trees in the background.
A woman holding a baby girl outdoors in front of a flowering pink tree and red roses, both smiling and enjoying a moment together.
A man holding a baby girl outdoors in front of blooming pink and red flowers and trees.
A family of four sitting on a park bench under a cherry blossom tree in bloom, smiling at the camera.
A man holding a young girl in a park with blossoming trees, both smiling and about to kiss.
A smiling woman stands behind a smiling young boy in a park with blooming cherry blossom trees.
A family of four jumping and holding hands under a blooming cherry blossom tree in a park during springtime.
A family of four standing in a lush garden with green trees and bushes. The mother, with blonde hair and glasses, is pregnant and wearing a pastel blue top and pink floral skirt. The father, with dark hair and glasses, is wearing a light pink shirt a
A pregnant woman in a floral pink skirt and mint green top is embraced by two young girls in a lush garden with colorful flowers and green foliage.
A girl in a floral dress and black flats smiling and posing with her hand on her hip under a stone archway in a park.
Two young girls sitting on a stone wall outdoors, holding hands, with trees and greenery in the background during the day.
Family of five sitting on stone steps outdoors, smiling at the camera. The pregnant woman wears a pink floral skirt and mint green top. The man wears glasses, a pink shirt, and jeans. Two young girls sit beside them, one in a floral dress and the oth
Three young children, two girls and a toddler, sitting on grass by a pond in autumn, smiling and enjoying nature.
A young girl with curly hair smiling and hugging a laughing baby outdoors on grass with trees in the background.
Family group photo outdoors near a lake with trees in autumn, including adults and children, smiling at camera.
A young girl and an adult man, likely her father, happily hugging outdoors on a sunny day with a green railing and trees in the background.
A man holding a young girl, both smiling, outdoors with trees and a blue bridge in the background.
Family of four outdoors in a forest with autumn trees, smiling and enjoying a fall day. The mother is holding a young girl with blonde hair dressed in a white sweater with red reindeer, the father is carrying a toddler girl on his shoulders wearing a
A smiling woman holding a young girl outdoors in a forested area in autumn, with sunlight filtering through the trees.
A family of four walking on a wooded trail in autumn, holding hands and smiling.
Two young children holding hands with adults on a nature trail, wearing Christmas sweaters, in a black-and-white photo.
A young girl in a white Christmas sweater with red holiday patterns is playing outside in a park with trees. She is holding a small pine branch and smiling. She is wearing black pants, white socks, and gold shoes.
Two children walking outdoors in a wooded area during daytime, dressed in festive holiday sweaters, holding small branches.
A black and white photo of a family of three with a dog, standing outdoors on grass near trees and a lamppost. The man is wearing glasses and a black shirt, the woman is in a light dress, and the child is in overalls. The dog is sitting on the grass.
A young red-haired boy with blue eyes, wearing a gray striped outfit, is being helped to walk on grass by an adult, holding his hands. The boy looks serious and is looking directly at the camera.
A toddler with red hair walking between a man and a woman in a park, holding their hands.
A young red-haired boy with blue eyes sitting on a wooden park bench surrounded by green plants, wearing a gray outfit with blue accents, looking directly at the camera.
A woman holding a young boy outside in a park during fall, with trees and fallen leaves in the background.
A man holding a smiling toddler outside in a park with trees in the background.
Smiling grandparents holding a happy toddler boy outdoors in a park with trees in the background.
A happy family of three standing outside in a park during fall, with trees and a walking path in the background. The mother, father, and young child are smiling at the camera.
A baby lying on a wooden floor, wearing a colorful, patterned pajamas with a cityscape design, looking directly at the camera with a curious expression.
Child crawling on the floor, looking directly at the camera, in a minimalistic room.
A smiling baby crawling on a wooden floor, wearing pajamas with colorful patterns. The background shows a soft-lit room with furniture and a gray mat.
A man and a young girl sitting outdoors on rocks by a creek, with greenery and trees in the background, sharing a tender moment.
A woman and a young boy sharing a joyful moment outdoors in a forest, with the woman sitting on a rock and the boy laughing, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A man and a young boy smiling outdoors in a natural setting, standing near a stream with trees in the background.
A woman and a young girl hugging outdoors with blurred trees in the background.
A young girl with shoulder-length light brown hair, smiling with her hand on her hip, stands outdoors near a stream in a wooded area during autumn, wearing an orange blouse and dark pants.
A young boy with short dark hair, wearing an orange long-sleeve shirt, gray pants, and blue sneakers, is sitting on a rock among fallen autumn leaves by a rocky stream in a forest.
A family of four sitting outdoors by a creek in a forest during fall, all smiling and close together. The adults are a woman in a purple shirt and a man, with the woman and two children, dressed in fall clothing, sitting on rocks near the water.
A family of three outdoors in autumn, with trees in the background, smiling and looking at each other. The mother holds a baby girl dressed in a maroon outfit, and the father stands behind them.
A family of three standing on a park path in autumn, with colorful fall leaves and trees in the background. The mother is holding a baby, and the father is leaning in, smiling at the baby.
A happy family of three stands outdoors in a park during autumn, with colorful fall leaves and trees in the background. The woman holds a baby girl, and the man stands beside them, smiling.
A family of three, a man and woman with a baby, standing outdoors in a park with large trees and autumn leaves. The man is holding the baby, and the woman is touching the baby's hand, both smiling together.
A young boy sitting on a fallen log in a forest, surrounded by green plants and purple flowers.
A family of four standing under blooming cherry blossom trees in a park, holding children and smiling.
Family of four enjoying a picnic under blooming cherry blossom trees in a park. The father and son are smiling at the daughter, who is smiling back, while the mother holds a baby girl. All are seated on a blanket on the grass.
Two women lifting two young girls under pink cherry blossom trees in a park, all smiling and enjoying a spring day.
A woman holding a young child outdoors in a park with cherry blossoms in the background.
A woman holding a young girl in a park with cherry blossom trees, both smiling and touching noses.

Family & Social Events

Is a bar/bat mitzvah, sweet 16, graduation, anniversary or family reunion on the horizon? Let’s discuss details so we may provide a custom quote.

Services starting at $1280.

We'd be honored to capture your special occasion!

A teenage girl with long, wavy brown hair, smiling, wearing a white strapless dress with brown and pink sequins, standing outdoors in front of green foliage.
A Jewish ceremony with multiple women and men, some wearing purple kippahs, and a Torah scroll being handed over on a stage with a black curtain backdrop.
DJ playing music at a lively party with many young people dancing in a room illuminated with purple and blue lights.
A young boy sitting on a white illuminated platform in front of a DJ booth with two DJs, colorful lighting, and a large screen displaying a logo with wings and the text 'ERM'.
Inside a modern church or synagogue, people gather for a prayer service. They are standing in a semi-circle around a central area with a lectern and a table, some wearing kippahs and prayer shawls. The ceiling features a grid pattern with recessed li
A young girl in a sparkly pink dress points to the audience during a performance at a party, with a crowd of children and teens sitting on the floor and standing in front of her, some with hands raised, in a decorated event hall with purple and black
A man in a wheelchair with his arms raised and a big smile, being lifted by a group of children and adults at a celebration or party.
Young girl with long brown hair wearing a blue dress and white cardigan, standing outdoors among trees and pink flowers with a lamp post in the background.
People dancing and celebrating at a party with a
Children and adults at a dance party lifting a young boy in the air amidst purple and pink lighting.
A group of children and adults celebrating a birthday at a party, with a girl in a sparkly dress lighting a candle on the birthday cake.
A group of Jewish people participating in a religious ceremony, some wearing kippahs and prayer shawls, gathered in a synagogue with prayer books.
A large group of children and teenagers posing for a class photo on a stage with a wooden floor, some sitting and others standing.
People dancing on a dance floor under colorful lights with a DJ in the background at a party.
Group of children dancing and having fun at a party, some wearing sunglasses and hats, with colorful lighting and a festive atmosphere.
Family of seven standing outdoors in front of a tree, dressed in formal attire for a special occasion.
Group of young girls and women at a lively party, some pointing at a girl in the center who is smiling, wearing a black dress, with others wearing glow necklaces and headbands, and some wearing hats.
Group of children at an event, sitting and reacting with joy and laughter, dressed in formal attire.
Young people dancing at a lively party with colorful costumes, leis, and fun accessories.
A group of excited young people celebrating at a party, with a girl in a red dress smiling in the foreground.
A man dressed in traditional Jewish prayer attire, including a tallit and kippah, stands at a wooden podium during a religious ceremony or prayer service, with a microphone in front of him.
A woman and a teenage boy dancing together at a party with colorful lights and group of people in the background.
A smiling young boy stands in front of a fountain, wearing a red Washington basketball jersey with the number 3, in an urban setting with tall buildings and flags in the background.
A man and woman are kissing surrounded by children and adults at a crowded party or celebration.
A girl in a pink dress sitting on a chair being lifted by several men during a celebration with a crowd applauding in the background.
Children dancing and celebrating at a party or dance club with colorful lighting.
Group of children gathered around a boy wearing a kippah, with one child in a tallit. The children appear to be participating in a religious or ceremonial event.
A young woman in a sparkly pink dress posing indoors in front of a decorated fireplace with autumn-themed decorations and a painting above it.
A young girl in a red dress is being lifted above a crowd during a theater show, smiling and waving her hand. The theater has red curtains and a marquee sign displaying the title of the show.
A female Rabbi with curly red hair and glasses is placing her hand on the shoulder of a young woman with long blonde hair and purple graduation caps, standing in front of a microphone on a stage.
A young woman with long brown hair wearing a bright blue dress and white high-heeled sandals sitting on a wooden bench in a garden with blooming trees and greenery.
A young girl in a sparkly purple dress standing on a stage, holding hands with a man in a dress shirt, as they dance or celebrate with a crowd of teenagers and young adults around them at a party or event.
A family standing at a table with a Torah scroll, dressed in formal attire, in front of colorful abstract artwork.
Young woman in a pink dress reading from a Torah scroll in a synagogue.
A young girl in a purple sequined dress holding a lit birthday candle, flanked by an elderly man and woman at a celebration.
A group of young women celebrating at a party, standing in front of a pink wall with large illuminated letters spelling 'LOVE'.
Children dressed in colorful costumes at a lively party with a DJ setup, dancing and having fun.
A woman and a boy dancing and celebrating at a Washington Capitals event. The woman is wearing a Capitals jersey and the boy is wearing a Capitals cap and jersey. Several children are watching and cheering in the background.
Group of people, including a young girl and several adults dressed in traditional Jewish attire, gathered around an open Torah scroll at a religious ceremony.
People sitting at decorated tables during a celebration, holding lit candles in the air, with a bar in the background and purple lighting.
A young boy in a pinstripe suit and tie holding a folder, standing in front of a stained glass window with geometric designs.
A young girl in a sparkly pink dress dances with an older man, possibly her father, at a celebration or party with other children and guests in the background.