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Annual family photos are one of the best ways to preserve your family’s memories. Thankfully, here on the East Coast, we are surrounded by some amazing places to take outdoor family photos! Keep reading for my top locations near Bethesda, Maryland. Where to Take Outdoor Family Photos in Bethesda McCrillis Gardens I’m a big fan […]

Best Places for Outdoor Family Photos in Bethesda, Maryland

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Just north of Washington DC sits Silver Spring, Maryland. Considered by many to be a hidden gem, Silver Spring offers many perks of city living along with a quiet neighborhood feel. The city places a big emphasis on the arts so there is no shortage of theaters, galleries, art museums, murals, and unique outdoor spaces. […]

Best Places for an Outdoor Family Session in Silver Spring, Maryland

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Natasha Lamalle captures maternity photos with a twist. No posing, no directing. Instead, plan an activity for a Maternity Photoshoot in DC.

10 Fun Activities For a Maternity Photoshoot

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If you’re getting ready to plan your next family photoshoot, I’m here to tell you that your family photo session does not have to be posed and boring! Your family is constantly growing and changing so your photos should not look the same year after year. That’s why I take a documentary-style approach to family […]

10 Fun Family Photo Prompts

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To all the expectant parents reading this let me first say, Congratulations! Growing a tiny human is such an exciting time in your family’s journey and one that is sure to be celebrated. And one of the best ways to celebrate this special time is by taking maternity photos! But first, let’s dive into what […]

The Ultimate Maternity Session Guide

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As a Washington DC family photographer, one of the best ways to document your family’s journey is by taking regular professional family photos. Your children grow up so fast and change so much, especially in their younger years. If you’re wondering how often you should take family pictures, this blog post will walk you through […]

When to Get Professional Family Photos

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Documentary photography is a wide-ranging form of fine art photography that can probably be defined in many different ways. The goal of the documentary photographer is to create an accurate representation of the subject. Here’s another useful resource to read for tips on documentary photography. What is documentary family photography? Storytelling is the main focus of […]

What is Documentary Family Photography?