Peaceful Garden Family Session | Family Photographer in Washington, DC

As a family photographer in Washington, DC, I know there are so many beautiful, historic locations to choose from for your family portrait session. It can be tough to choose just one! This particular garden is one of my absolute favorites. The trick is finding a time when its not too busy!

I met this family on a quiet Fall morning and it was so incredibly peaceful with the most gorgeous sunlight. This location has such a lovely blend of historic architecture and European-style greenery. Although the weather was a bit chilly, it was the perfect excuse to cuddle up in the gazebo by the end of the session!

This family was such a dream to work with- Mom and Dad were so wonderful with their kids. It makes such a big difference in the final images when parents are able to soak up these memories with their children. Even though it was cold, they embraced the time we spent together by being present with their sweet girls.

Documenting the In-Between Moments | Washington DC Family Photographer

As a Mom myself, I try to document the moments that I would want if it were my family being photographed. I think this is why the in-between moments feel so special and sacred! It was really important to me to document the sibling bond between these two girls. You could tell they just adored each other!

Portraits with Mom are also always a priority in my sessions. I know so often we as Moms are the picture takers. The photos of Mom and her girls cuddling in the gazebo were some of my very favorite from the session. It is my hope that every Mom I photograph has an image like that with their children- one you can frame and adore on your walls for years to come!

These kinds of images, the ones that feel more like a memory than just a simple photo, are often my clients’ favorites when ordering albums. Check out a little peek at their custom-designed heirloom album at the bottom too!

Family portrait in garden by Washington DC family photographer, Lauren of LRG Portraits.
Family smiling together and Dad holding little girl in Washington DC family session. Photos by LRG Portraits.
Family of four smiling at the camera in garden by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Family looking at oldest daughter during Fall portrait session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Sweet sibling image of sisters smiling at each other in Washington DC family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Adorable sisters smiling together during family photoshoot by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of sisters being silly during family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup of sisters smiling during family photoshoot in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Sisters sitting together in garden outside of Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Family of four smiling at camera during Fall family photos in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Daughter on Dad's shoulders during family photo session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Candid moment of parents looking down at kids playing in garden. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Portraits of Mom and Dad with Mom wearing pink long sleeve maxi dress by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of parents during family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Little girl smiling at photo while wearing white sweater dress. Photo by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Sweet moment of Mom and daughter handing hands. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Toddler wearing pink dress and cardigan playing during family session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Dad with oldest daughter smiling at each other in historic gazebo in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup of Mom hugging daughter. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Mom looking at two daughters and smiling in historic gazebo. Photo by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of family of four in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.Heirloom Album Spread in Washington DC. By LRG Portraits

Lauren from LRG Portraits is a maternity, newborn, family and baby photographer based out of the Washington, DC area. She specializes in timeless outdoor and in-home lifestyle portraiture, plus offers a full client experience from a curated client wardrobe to custom-designed heirloom albums and framing. Service area includes Chevy Chase, MD, Bethesda, MD, Potomac, MD and Arlington, VA, and surrounding areas. 

If you’re interested in booking your next family photos, contact me here! I’d love to work with you!

In Home Lifestyle Newborn Session in Washington DC

One of the best parts about being a newborn photographer is the ability to be a quiet observer to one of the biggest milestones that families ever experience. There is so much joy and love to document for parents, and this gorgeous lifestyle newborn session in Washington DC was no different!

I adored working with these lovely first time parents. There were so many tender moments with their little girl. My favorite images are those where Mom and Dad are looking at each other. Their shared happiness is just so beautiful!

Baby girl loved being curled up on Mom’s chest during the session. She woke up when I removed the swaddle, which is to be expected, but I loved it because the portraits of her looking up at Mom are so sweet.

Working With Your Space | Lifestyle Newborn Session in Washington DC

So often families tell me they are worried their home is not ideal for a newborn session given limited space or lighting. I’ve photographed in enough historic homes and condos in Washington DC to know that we don’t actually need as much space as you’d think!

This family’s apartment had beautiful light in the primary bedroom, which also happened to be the temporary nursery! Even though we only used one room, there is so much variety in their final gallery.

Sometimes its hard for families to see the potential in their homes. But, I love looking for beautiful pockets of light and using different angles to make it work. There’s just something so special about documenting your growing family in the place where you brought baby home.

If you’re interested in booking an in home newborn session, contact me here. I’d love to work with you!

You can also read more about how I prepare my clients for their newborn session for more information.

Swaddles and hair ties provided in the LRG Client Wardrobe.

Mom holding baby in rocking chair during in home lifestyle newborn session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of Mom holding baby's hand in nursery. Photo by Washington DC newborn photographer, LRG Portraits.
Family in nursery with baby girl during lifestyle newborn session. Photos by LRG Portraits.
New parents holding baby and smiling near windows of bedroom. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Mom and Dad looking down at baby during newborn session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Sweet moment between Mom and Dad with baby during in home lifestyle newborn session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Mom and Dad kiss while holding baby during newborn session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Mom cradling baby while she and Dad look down at newborn. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Mom and Dad on bed holding baby girl during Washington DC lifestyle newborn session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
New parents smiling on bed while holding baby and looking at family dog. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Reflection through mirror of parents holding baby on bed. Photo by Washington DC newborn photographer, LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of parents holding baby on bed during newborn session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Sweet image of baby girl awake on bed during newborn session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Mom cuddling baby girl on bed during lifestyle newborn session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of Mom talking to baby girl on bed during lifestyle newborn session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Dad holding newborn near his face and smiling at her during newborn session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Dad holding baby by window light in left image, parents holding her together in right image during newborn session. Photos by LRG Portraits.
Beautiful portrait of new family of three during lifestyle newborn session Photo by LRG Portraits.
Mom wearing blush maxi dress looking down at baby in her arms during lifestyle newborn session in Washington DC.Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup image of Mom holding baby in knit bonnet. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Mom cuddling baby on rocking chair in nursery. Photos by LRG Portraits.
Dad smiling at camera while holding baby near window light. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Dad burping baby during newborn session in Washington, DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of Dad holding baby in bedroom during lifestyle newborn session in Washington, DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Baby wearing knit bonnet during newborn session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup of newborn toes in crib. Photo by Washington DC newborn photographer, LRG Portraits.
Newborn baby girl in crib wearing bonnet. Photo by LRG Portraits.

Lauren from LRG Portraits is a maternity, newborn, family and baby photographer based out of the Washington, DC area. She specializes in timeless outdoor and in-home lifestyle portraiture and offers a full client experience from a curated client wardrobe to custom-designed heirloom albums and framing. Service area includes Chevy Chase, MD, Bethesda, MD, Potomac, MD and Arlington, VA, and surrounding areas. 

If you’re interested in booking an in-home lifestyle newborn session for your baby, contact me here! I’d love to work with you!

Joy-Filled Park Family Session | Washington DC Family Photography

Pure joy is the only way to describe this beautiful little girl and their family photography session on the banks of the river in Washington DC. These authentic, joyful moments are what make family sessions so incredibly special to me.

Washington DC Family Photography

I met this family at one of my favorite parks in Washington, DC. Their little girl had such an energetic and joyful personality. She immediately wanted to hold my hand and explore together!

It’s not everyday you meet a toddler who warms up to the camera so quickly. I love that Mom and Dad let their little girl be free to play and have fun. They truly seemed to soak in every moment of the session.

When families embrace playtime with their littles during the session, it shows in the portraits. These happy, candid moments are exactly what I want Mom and Dad to remember when they look back through their album.

The truth is, in 20 years, these will be the portraits you look back on. They will remind you of the way you felt and of the memories that may have faded otherwise. 

I know that for many, preparing for a family photoshoot feels daunting. But that’s exactly why I have created an experience that eliminates that stress so that you can focus on creating memories with your family. I promise you’ll never regret prioritizing documenting this season (and many others!) for your family. 

If you’re hoping to book a family session, contact me here to reserve your date!

Family of three portrait in Washington, DC park. Photo by LRG Portraits. WASHINGTON DC FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY
Parents smiling at toddler during family session. Photo by LRG Portraits. WASHINGTON DC FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY
Family photography session with little girl walking with parents by Washington DC photographer, LRG Portraits.
Black and white portrait of family in Washington, DC park. Photo by LRG Portraits. WASHINGTON DC FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY
Mother and daughter during family photography session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Parents smiling at little girl during family photoshoot. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup of little girl in blue dress during family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Candid image of little girl exploring during family photography session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of Mom smiling at little girl. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Family cuddling and smiling together while holding toddler. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white portrait of family laughing with toddler by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Mom and Dad smiling at each other during park session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup of Dad cuddling daughter during park family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of little girl running to hug Dad in park near Potomac River. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Family walking together through Washington DC park by the river. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup of Mom laughing with daughter during family photography session in Washington DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Happy toddler smiling during family session by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Closeup of little girl with bright blue eyes being held by Mom. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Family cuddling on blanket next to Potomac River in Washington, DC. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup of little girl in park. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of parents smiling at each other while toddler plays. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Toddler playing during family photography session in Washington, DC area. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Smiling little girl during family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of toddler hugging Mom during family session in park by Washington DC.Photo by LRG Portraits.

Lauren from LRG Portraits is a maternity, newborn, family and baby photographer based out of the Washington, DC area. She specializes in timeless outdoor and in-home lifestyle portraiture and offers a full client experience from a curated client wardrobe to custom-designed heirloom albums and framing. Service area includes Chevy Chase, MD, Bethesda, MD, Potomac, MD and Arlington, VA, and surrounding areas. Keep up with her latest work on Instagram

What to Wear for your Family Photos | Spring and Summer Edition

With so many family sessions coming up this Spring and Summer, I’m excited to share this guide for what to wear for your family photos! It is my hope that it is a helpful visual for you as you plan for your portrait session.

If you’re joining me for your Washington DC family photography session, you do have access to my growing Client Wardrobe! However, I know with Spring and Summer it can be fun to add new florals to your own wardrobe. I thought this would be a great visual to show you how I recommend pairing prints and color families for your session!

Blue and White outfits for Spring and Summer family photos by LRG Portraits.

What to Wear for your Family Photos | Spring and Summer

With the humidity here in the Washington DC region, I always recommend choosing breathable fabrics for the family and flowy dresses for Mom!

Pro tip: Choose Mom’s dress first because we are always the hardest to shop for. Then use the color families (seen in the circles on the inspiration boards!) to find coordinating outfits for the rest of the family.

What to wear for your family photos by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.

For Dad

Fabrics like linen and chambray are great because they are breathable and can be found in a variety of neutral colors during these Spring and Summer months. The linen texture also photographs beautifully!

Despite the heat, I do still recommend Dads wear pants instead of shorts with closed-toe shoes. It makes for a more classic look for your portraits.

My favorite places to shop for Dad are J.Crew and Old Navy.

What to wear for your family photos with blue, white and green colors | LRG Portraits

For Mom

Textures like lace, eyelet and linen are beautiful for Mom to wear for your family photos.

Neutrals, soft pastels and small print florals are perfect for your family session in the Washington, DC area. They will ensure your images still look timeless years from now when displayed around your home!

My favorite places to shop for Mom are Red Dress Boutique, ASOS, Rachel Pally, Baltic Born, and Morning Lavender.

Pink, off white and tan colors to wear for your family photos | LRG Portraits

For Kids

The same goes for kids in terms of textures and color families for your family photo session! For toddlers and babies, rompers and bubbles paired with sandals are so sweet for portraits. Ruffle or flutter sleeves are also great for little girls.

For older siblings, I recommend henleys with light pants or shorts for boys and a sweet dress for girls! Jumpsuits can also be fun for the older girls!

My favorite places to shop for kids are Zara, Jamie Kay, Rylee and Cru, Maisonette, Noralee and H&M. 

What to wear for your family photos by Washington DC family photographer, LRG Portraits.

In the final two inspiration boards, I went with a cool toned option (blues, greens, and white) and a warm toned option (blush, tan, and off white). By keeping everyone in cool or warm tones you’ll be able to easily coordinate without having clashing colors!

Blue, green, tan and white outfit inspiration for your family session by LRG Portraits.Outfit inspiration in pink, tan, blush and off-white by LRG Portraits

Lauren from LRG Portraits is a maternity, newborn, family and baby photographer based out of the Washington, DC area. She specializes in timeless outdoor and in-home lifestyle portraiture and offers a full client experience from a curated client wardrobe to custom-designed heirloom albums and framing. Service area includes Chevy Chase, MD, Bethesda, MD, Potomac, MD and Arlington, VA, and surrounding areas. 

If you’re interested in booking a family session this Spring or Summer, contact me here! Dates are filling up fast but I would love to work with you!

Family Session at Woodend Sanctuary | Chevy Chase MD Family Photography

This family session at Woodend Sanctuary and Mansion in Chevy Chase, MD is a special one to me for so many reasons.

Having grown up in Chevy Chase, this beautiful location has always been one of my favorites. In fact, my husband and I almost chose it for our wedding venue! Sadly, they didn’t have our date at that time, but it all works out in the end because I love using this location for sessions. The event coordinator is so lovely too!

But, even more special is this family. I have been so lucky to get to know this beautiful Mom for the last few years. She is an incredible teacher/educator who I am blessed to have as a tutor my two girls! I was so honored to document this season of life for her family. It’s not hard to see just how much Mom and Dad adore their little girl.

During this session, their sweet girl was just so full of joy! She reminded me so much of my oldest daughter at that age. It truly made me step back and realize how fast the time goes, as it was nearly nine years ago that my daughter was her age!

importance of documenting this sweet season of life | chevy chase MD family photography

On a personal note, it’s hard to not be wistful of those days when my own kids were this small. I am so thankful that we have portraits around our house to remind us of those early years with our children. It just solidifies why I love my job  – documenting these fleeting moments for families is so incredibly important and why I do what I do.

“What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.” ~Karl Lagerfeld

If you’re interested in booking your own family session at Woodend Sanctuary and Mansion, or would like more details on sessions throughout the Chevy Chase MD, Washington DC, or Northern Virginia area, reach out here!

Family of three during photoshoot at Woodend Sanctuary and Mansion in Chevy Chase, MD. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Parents sitting on step while toddler plays at Woodend Sanctuary and Mansion in Chevy Chase, MD. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Closeup of sweet toddler during family photography session in Chevy Chase, MD. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white portrait of Mom holding toddler during session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Portraits of Mom and daughter during family session in Chevy Chase, MD. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Parents looking at daughter during family session. Photo by Chevy Chase MD family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Mom smiling and looking at daughter while she holds stuffed bunny. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Family session with Mom, Dad and toddler at Woodend Sanctuary and Mansion in Chevy Chase, MD. Photos by LRG Portraits.
Dad holding daughter on his shoulders and smiling. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Little girl exploring during family portrait session in Chevy Chase MD. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Family cuddling on grass at Woodend Sanctuary and Mansion during family photoshoot. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Little girl sitting in grass during family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Wide angle image of parents hold toddler during photoshoot. Photo by Chevy Chase MD family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Mom and daughter exploring together during family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Sweet image of toddler holding stuffed animal and parents smiling at her during family session in Chevy Chase MD. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of parents looking adoringly at toddler. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Family photoshoot at Woodend Sanctuary and Mansion. Photo by Chevy Chase MD family photographer, LRG Portraits.
Closeup of toddler smiling at camera as parents look at her. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Dad playing airplane with daughter during film-inspired family session. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Beautiful Mom and daughter portrait. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Black and white image of family walking together with toddler running ahead. Photo by LRG Portraits.
Family holding hands and walking with back to camera during family session at Woodend Sanctuary in Chevy Chase, MD. Photo by LRG Portraits.

Lauren from LRG Portraits is a maternity, newborn, family and baby photographer based out of the Washington, DC area. She specializes in timeless outdoor and in-home lifestyle portraiture and offers a full client experience from a curated client wardrobe to custom-designed heirloom albums and framing. Service area includes Chevy Chase, MD, Bethesda, MD, Potomac, MD and Arlington, VA, and surrounding areas. 

If you’re interested in booking an in-home lifestyle newborn session for your baby, contact me here! I’d love to work with you!

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Lauren Roche-Garland, of LRG Portraits, is a Washington, DC based natural light portrait photographer specializing in luxury motherhood, newborn, and family fine art portraiture photography.

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Lauren from LRG Portraits offers DC newborn photography along side maternity, family and baby photography. She specializes in timeless outdoor and in-home lifestyle portraiture and offers a full client experience from a curated client wardrobe to custom-designed heirloom albums and framing. She is based out of Washington, DC but her service area includes Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Potomac, Arlington, Alexandria, McLean, and surrounding areas.
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