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Kuhn Family Photos / Naples, FL

Brace yourselves friends. I’ve got so much cuteness coming at you in this blogpost, I’m not sure you’ll be able to handle it. I know I can’t!!! 

I’m going to let the pictures do the talking here, because there literally are no words. The Kuhn Family is TOO DARN CUTE! <3

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Everts Family Portrait Session / Buckingham, FL

Tip of the day: Find a family who giggles their way through life. Befriend them, play with them, photograph them, giggle WITH them. Because there is nothing better for the soul. 

I feel so grateful and so lucky to have the Everts family in my life. And to have the honor capturing their sweet family portraits was such a joy. These three just beam love, light and goodness. 

I hope these photos bring a smile to your face today!

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Katie’s Senior Portraits / Naples, FL

Today on the blog! Ms. Katie Fitzgerald: SJN cheerleader, member of the Class of 2018, and all-around-stunning gal. Just.look.at.these.pictures. I mean, apparently I work with super models now, sooooo :) In all seriousness, I thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon session on Third Street South. A) The girl knows how to take a picture!! B) Third Street provided the perfect backdrop with all of its colors, big banyan trees, and that gorgeous Florida sun. 

ENJOY! 

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McFee Family Photos / Naples, FL

I LOVE THIS FAMILY! I may be biased as I am one of three girls, but seriously families of all girls are SO. FUN. Especially when they like to make jokes and hug and laugh all afternoon long. Scroll down and you’ll see what I mean! 

And what’s even cooler about this family is that all of these girls are doing such incredible things. Living abroad, studying abroad, coaching basketball, dominating freshmen year of college...they are going to change the world one day, mark my words! 

Thank you, McFee family, for letting me capture all of that light and love that you radiate. I had so much fun!! 

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Sneak Peek: The Kuhns // Naples, FL

Hope you’re sitting down for this one cause we’ve got the TRIFECTA - adorable twins, beautiful parents, and a stunning Naples sunset. Scroll at your own risk! ;) 

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Sneak Peek: The Everts // Buckingham, FL

Meet Jenna, Tomas and Oliver. Ex-Floridians, current Coloradans, and the most radiant little family I know.  They giggle their way through life and wouldn’t have it any other way. I left this session with the most gigantic smile on my face!! I am DYING to show you the rest of their photos. More to come! 

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Newborn Lifestyle Session with the Fredericks

Welcome to the world, Jameson Frederick! You are already so loved <3 

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Sneak Peek: Katie’s Senior Portraits // Naples, FL

I honestly cannot get over how STUNNING Katie is. Just look at her!!! Yesterday, we gallivanted all over Third Street South in Naples, FL and this girl KILLED it. More to come!! 

THOSE EYES!! 

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Sneak Peek: McFee Family Photos // Naples, FL

What an honor to take photos for *THE* McFee family!! They are such a beautiful bunch of humans - inside and out. Stay tuned - many more to come! 

I really love these goofballs.

Beautiful girls! 

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Christmas Tree Farm Mini-Sessions: My Favorite Photos, Part 2

Aaaand here’s PART 2 of my favorite photos from the Christmas Tree Farm Mini-Sessions I hosted last week!! I cannot believe the families that joined me that day - I’m tellin’ ya, they were some of the happiest, giggliest, most adorable people I’ve ever met. I feel like the luckiest photog ever! If you missed Part 1, you can find it HERE.

Session 4: Jocelyn, Mike, Nate, Paige

This family just exudes love, laughter and light. I couldn’t help but feel extra cheerful after this session. Thanks for bringing a big smile to my face, Gehrke family, you were such a joy to capture!

Session 5: Ana, Dana, and Conor

And the giggliest family award goes to.....Ana, Dana and Conor!!!! These guys just could not stop laughing and hugging and playing and I couldn’t get enough. They were the very last session of the day and I wouldn’t have it any other way! Such cuties. 

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Sneak Peek: Newborn Photos with Baby Jameson!

Introducing Jameson Joseph Frederick! This little guy is just 2 weeks old and he is already quite the model :)  I am OVER THE MOON for Tiffany, Casey and Julianna and the adorable addition to their family. And, as always, I am so honored to capture these special moments for them as a new family of 4. Congratulations Frederick Family!!

^ Those cheeks!!! 

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Christmas Tree Farm Mini-Sessions: My Favorite Photos, Part 1

I finally took the plunge and hosted my first-ever mini-session event at Ticonderoga Christmas Tree Farm in Chantilly, VA and to say I’m excited about these photos is the understatement of the YEAR!! I can’t tell you how amazing each and every one of these families were. They were so loving and dazzling and photogenic in their own ways, each bringing a new energy to these photos. I feel so lucky to have met all of them! 

Session 1 - Kate, Matt and Ethan:

Best way to start an entire day of photo sessions? With a two year old who loves smiling! Ethan definitely wins best smile of the day award - just look at that adorable grin :)

Session 2: Jaime, Sean and Noah:

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a kid more merry than Noah! He was a bundle of energy and made the session so fun! Also, those rosy red cheeks. Love love love!

Session 3: Liz, Gary, Oliver, and Henry: 

Talk about a beautiful family. And stylish too! Liz, Gary, Oliver and Henry know how to take a picture, that’s for sure :) 

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Whitt Family at Fort Ward // Alexandria, VA

This was my 4th (!!) session with the very adorable Whitt family and an afternoon for the books! I love having repeat families - being able to come back each year and see how they’ve grown is so fun.

When I first did a session with them, Natalie was just a baby and now she is FIVE! And she’s grown into such a sweet, smart, gentle little girl. Her sister, Caroline, is wild and I adore her for it! She has so much energy and is just the most curious little thing. And those big blue eyes - oh.my.gosh.

On top of their adorable-ness, the trees at Fort Ward were so bright and vibrant that day and provided the most amazing backdrop for the photos. Basically, it was one of my favorite sessions of the entire season. Thank you, Whitt family, for being such a delight!!

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Neuville Family // Old Town Alexandria, VA

Nothing beats a session with a cute kid, a funny dad, and a beautiful mom. Especially in Old Town, in the fall (duh!) I had SO much fun with these three. It was pretty frigid out but we managed to have some good laughs and get some great shots! Baby Maren had such a range of funny little expressions (see below...) and she definitely won biggest trooper award for the day. I could totally relate to her when we needed to take a couple of Nilla Wafer breaks and put the hoodie up. Personally, I think she has her priorities straight... :)

My favorite photo from the whole session ^ synchronized yawns!

Nilla wafers and the hoodie! (Relatable.) 

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One word: DAPPER. 

The new year is quickly approaching! If you’re looking to upgrade your LinkedIn profile, or just need a new headshot, let’s chat! 

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Sneak Peek: Family Photos at Fort Ward // Alexandria, VA

Hard to believe I’m on year #4 with the Whitts, another Mary Catherine Photography MVP family! Aren’t they the CUTEST? Natalie, their oldest, is a sweet, protective older sister to Caroline, who is as independent and grown as ever. Both girls have the biggest, most gorgeous blue eyes! And Allison and Drew are the most patient, kind, gentle parents I’ve ever seen. Put all of this together and you’ve got the recipe for one perfect photo shoot. 

Boy, am I thrilled with these photos. I can’t wait to share the full collection! Stay tuned :)

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Backyard Family Photos // Alexandria, VA

After this session with Keelin, Alan and Benedict, I’ve decided I want to make backyard family photos a regular occurrence. Any takers?! I think there’s something so special about capturing memories in your very own outdoor space -- a place where you play together, laugh together, hang together. A place with true meaning! And with these three, it was no different. I was super thrilled to be invited to their home to take photos. It made everything extra laid back and easy. And we got to run around with the dog! 

Thanks, you three, for such a fun afternoon. Capturing your humor and love was such a delight! 

^ In honor of Halloween!