Family PICTURES that preserve the love of your family
Leesburg family Photographer
The in-between moments, the personalities, the way you are together
I became a family photographer because the most meaningful images aren't the ones in magazines - they're the ones that live on your walls.
The ones your children grow up seeing every day. The ones they'll one day hold in their hands, asking "Tell me about this moment."
As your Leesburg photographer, my role is to find the real, unfiltered, quietly extraordinary moments inside your family's story and turn them into portraits that deserve a place in your home.
LEESBURG FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY
Portraits Worthy of Every Wall in Your Home
In-Studio Photography in Leesburg, Virginia
In-studio sessions are designed to feel effortless, clean, softly lit, and centered entirely on your family.
From wardrobe coordination to professional hair and makeup for mom, every detail is handled for you. All you have to do is arrive and be together.
My approach is never stiff or overly posed. I guide families gently into the kinds of moments that feel real, the shared laugh, the quiet closeness, the look between partners that says everything without a single word.
LIGHT & INTENTIONAL FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY
In-Home or On-Location Family Photography in Leesburg, VA
An on-location or in-home session brings your portraits into the places that already hold your story. The backyard where your children have grown an inch every summer. The park you walk to on Saturday mornings.These are not just backdrops, they are part of who your family is.
With gentle guidance throughout, your family moves through the session naturally and comfortably.
No awkward posing, no forced expressions, just honest, beautiful portraits of the people you love most, exactly where you belong.
HOME SWEET HOME
Carefully Curated Family Photography Sessions
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
MATERNITY | NEWBORN | 6 MONTH | 1 YEAR
3 SESSIONS I $900 Session FEE
4 SESSIONS I $1200 Session FEE
* Membership session fees cover the Signature Session experiences and services listed above; digital images, albums, and framed artwork are purchased separately at each ordering appointment.
The First Year Collective
SHP's First Year Collective is the most popular option for parents who want to preserve every milestone of their baby's first year. Choose between 3 or 4 Signature Sessions, all scheduled within a 12-month period.
Your First Year Collective membership includes priority booking, savings on session fees, complimentary professional hair and makeup when desired, a $200 album incentive at each ordering appointment, and a complimentary smash cake to celebrate baby's first birthday.
on location or in studio Photography Session
Signature Session
The Signature Session is our most elevated, full-service experience, designed for families who want every detail thoughtfully handled. Available in the studio, at home, or outdoors, your session fee includes personalized planning, access to the SHP client wardrobe, a relaxed full-length session, complimentary professional hair and makeup when desired, and custom artwork design so your memories can live beautifully in your home.
* Artwork and digital images are purchased separately from the session fee. Most SHP clients invest $1,800+ in their final collection of artwork and digital images.
$350 Session fee
on Location or in studio
Simplicity Session
The Simplicity Session is designed for families who prefer an all-inclusive digital photography experience. It includes personalized planning, access to the client wardrobe, a relaxed and guided full-length session, professional hand editing, and all of your final digital images delivered in an online gallery.
$1200 All-inclusive
* $300 retainer is due at the time of booking
As your Leesburg family photographer, I take care of all the details so you can enjoy the sessions with your loved ones. From maternity photoshoots, to newborn photography, and family milestones, I'm here to capture all your favorite moments.
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I take care of all the scheduling so you don't have to think about it. Simply arrive on your Leesburg session day feeling polished, pampered, and ready to be in front of the camera, because you deserve to feel as good as your family is going to look.
Hair & Makeup Services
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Session Day
This is the part where you put everything else down and just be your family. Leesburg photography sessions are warm, playful, and completely unhurried, guided gently so your kids can be themselves and your most genuine moments have room to unfold. These are the ones worth keeping.
Once you're booked, we'll schedule a styling consultation, in-studio or virtually, your choice. I'll help coordinate looks across your whole family so everyone feels cohesive, comfortable, and completely themselves. Whether we pull from your own wardrobes or my curated client collection, the goal is always effortless.
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Styling Consultation
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Pre-Consultation
Every great session begins with a genuine conversation. We'll talk through what you're hoping for, explore wardrobe and location ideas, and build a plan that feels right for your specific family, not a template. It's also a wonderful time to bring every question you have.
FULL-SERVICE family PHOTOGRAPHY, FROM START TO FINISH
The SHP Client Process for photography Sessions
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The Big Reveal
Approximately 1–2 weeks after your session, we'll gather in-studio or on Zoom to see your finished portraits for the very first time. I'll walk you through your full gallery, help with artwork selections, and make sure every piece you choose feels like it truly belongs in your home.
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Delivery
Your hand-crafted family portrait heirlooms are complete. Approximately 2–4 weeks after your reveal, I'll arrange pickup or delivery, whichever works best for your Leesburg family. The best part of my job is knowing these portraits are going home.
Frequently Asked Questions
northern virginia family photographer
How do we get on your calendar?
The first step is to reach out using the Contact form. After determining my availability, I’ll invite you to a virtual chat to get all of your questions answered. It's a great way to see if we're the right fit for each other!
What is your inclement weather policy?
I start monitoring the weather five days before your session. If the forecast is predicting rain, snow, or severe weather, I’ll reach out to you to discuss rescheduling options.
DO YOU SELL PRINT PRODUCTS LIKE WALL ART AND ALBUMS?
Absolutely, yes! As your full-service family photographer in Northern Virginia, I believe that life’s greatest gifts – our families – should be appreciated every day, rather than simply occupying space on the cloud. I’ve built relationships with high-quality, professional printers who share my mission to create treasured, heirloom-quality artwork for you to enjoy in your home, all while preserving your memories for generations to come.
Can our fur baby participate?
Yes! To me, pets are family, but please know that not every outdoor location allows pets. In addition, I recommend bringing along a friend on the day of your session to help care for your pet in between photos.
How do we prepare for our session?
In a virtual or in-person styling consultation, we will discuss what you and your family will wear to the session, what to bring, and anything else you may need to know in order to prepare for the big day.
where should we take our Leesburg family photos?
Once I get to learn a little bit more about your family and what you are envisioning for your session, I can make recommendations accordingly. Do you like the idea of a water feature, woods, or wide open fields? Or perhaps you are envisioning a session in the comfort of your home? We’ll discuss all of your options during your pre-consultation.
Stephanie's work product, turnaround time, and production value is phenomenal
"Let's say the important part up front - Stephanie's work product, turnaround time, and production value is phenomenal. She's personable, honest, warm, and excellent with her clients and subject matters.She makes sure to work with the client to identify what you want, what you expect, and what she offers and then you decide on the relationship from there. That's exactly what you should want - she's not running a fast food restaurant where you look at a menu and say "I want this." The end-product is exactly what you want.I'd recommend Stephanie in a heartbeat."
- brandon d.
