In September, we had an incredible family adventure to New York City. While the trip’s main purpose was for me to photograph the National Down Syndrome Society’s Buddy Walk in NYC, my family joined me for what became a super-memorable and exciting trip. I grew up just outside of New York City and it has […]

Little Leila has been in front of my camera twice now and her big blue eyes and fun personality are such a joy to capture. Her parents have joked with me in the past that she can be a little serious at times, even when she’s having a great time. In our first session, we […]

There are few “jobs” in this world as difficult — and as rewarding — as being a parent. Life and destiny hand you a small human and an unpredictable 18 to 85 years, God willing, to create a kind person and to lay down the foundation for a future that is full of potential and […]

I LOVE snowy days. My biggest gripe with the wintertime are the days that are cold but unattractive — low temperatures and gray everywhere. But on those days when the little flakes start falling from the sky, I immediately feel cozy, safe and happy. I really love snow days. Last year, I embraced some snowy […]

Thanksgiving is our holiday. And by that, I mean we host every year (about a decade and counting) and try to surround our loved ones with gratitude, comfort, ease and love. It’s about more than just food and a delicious meal (although that definitely plays a big role in it all). I can remember our […]

My friend Allison is someone who I’ve known since I was the age my kids are now. We journeyed through elementary school, middle school, high school and beyond together. Some of my favorite childhood memories have her next to me. And she and I were bridesmaids in each other’s weddings. Her husband’s work with the […]

All together, it will be just five hours in this recreation center gym in New Market, Maryland. But already, halfway through, and it feels like a lifetime of small and important lessons. Zach and Addie are in the same intro to soccer program, organized through Frederick Parks & Rec. It’s a super-simple series of drills, […]

I really think that somehow, Kelly’s two boys manage to get even cuter every time I photograph them. I first started photographing this family when they were a family of three. Since then, I’ve captured their younger son’s newborn photos and additional photos to celebrate birthdays and milestones. We’ve always gone to different locations and […]

I spend a lot of time in my little corner of the basement where my office lies. It started out as a slightly-cluttered, cold, disorganized space and it is now a nook that makes me happy. The systems I’ve put in place to not only work well but enjoy working there have been invaluable in […]

I first met Diany in 2017 through the National Down Syndrome Society. Diany and I have many things in common and among those things happens to be one extra chromosome in each of our family’s. Diany and Robbie are the parents of sweet Lili, now 3 (almost 4!). Lili is adorable, funny, spunky and smart. […]