Hellllooo. Heeeeeelllloo. Helllllllooooo. Yes, I’m still here! If you follow me on Instagram, you’ll see I’m still kicking and shooting. I haven’t shared on the blog in a while, but this Virginia mini session has me thinking about the importance of play. Let me share my thoughts– which includes advice about capturing kids! First, I […]

During the fall, I shoot a LOT of family and engagement sessions. It’s also the busiest time of year for weddings the the DC-Maryland-Virginia area, so I am posting a few what-to-wear options in the coming weeks. This one- what to wear for fall photography sessions- girl. This fall, I’m hosting mini sessions. Mini sessions […]

I smiled writing this title because after three kids, I’m juuuuust starting to figure this professional mom “thing” out. Some people seem to have being a professional mom down. I’m asked all time by new professional moms for mentorships or coffee to “pick my brain” about how I “do it all.” Sheesh! I don’t, am […]

For her 9th birthday, my oldest daughter wanted a Fantastic Beasts birthday party. Nifflers, magic, Harry Potter-eskness, and a movie watching party. Done, done and done. To be honest, life got in the way of birthday parties for my oldest in the last few years. Last year, a newborn and a car accident that totaled […]

Washington DC newborn photographer Jalapeno Photography captures baby Amelia, perfect name for this pilot’s daughter.

Planning a unicorn first birthday in Washington DC? Yay! I was too. I planned the perfect, at least for us, Unicorn First Birthday in Washington DC with a touch of floral accents. Keep reading for our daughter’s first haircut, unicorn-themed party, a cake smash, and so much fun. We started the day by taking Grandma […]