There is something about that very first birthday that makes every parent's heart squeeze a little tighter. One whole year of milestones — first laughs, first foods, first wobbly steps — and suddenly your sweet baby is a curious, expressive, full-of-personality little human ready to take on the world. When Vance's family came to Tiny Bliss Photography in McLean, Virginia to celebrate his very first birthday, we knew this session was going to be something special. They chose the most adorable...

One of the most common questions I get from mamas before their Mother's Day mini session is — what do we wear?! And I completely understand the overwhelm. You want everyone to look coordinated but not too matchy. You want to feel beautiful but also comfortable enough to sit on the floor with your babies. You want colors that photograph well but also feel like YOU. I've got you. As a Northern Virginia photographer who has photographed hundreds of families, I've seen what works beautifully in...

When families reach out to book their newborn session at Tiny Bliss Photography, one of the most common questions I get is — should we include the whole family? My answer is always the same: absolutely yes. Every single time. A newborn session is not just about capturing your baby in beautiful setups and props — although we absolutely do that too. It is about documenting your family exactly as it is in this fleeting, precious moment. The way dad looks at his brand new baby. The way big sister...