Man and woman holding baby in nursery with framed landscape art and decorative items in background.

Pregnant woman with long blonde hair standing outdoors, wearing a black top and white skirt, with hands on her belly, smiling softly.

A woman and a young girl are touching foreheads and smiling at each other outdoors, backlit by sunlight.

Close-up of a person's hand holding a tiny, curled-up newborn baby, with the baby's feet visible. The photo is in black and white.

Alexandria, Virginia

photographs that feel like home

A diverse family of five enjoying time outdoors in a lush green park. The group includes two women, one man, a young girl, and a toddler. They are all smiling and interacting happily with each other.

A mother holding her sleeping newborn baby close to her chest.

A family of five outdoors, with two young girls and two women, smiling and enjoying a sunny day in a park.

Your friendly neighborhood photographer

I strive to be the kind of photographer who feels like a friend from the moment we meet — warm, easygoing, and genuinely invested in you.

I know how vulnerable it can feel to be in front of the camera, especially in those early newborn days when you’re tired, emotional, and adjusting to a whole new world or when you have just completed the monumental task of getting a family coordinated, dressed, and to a location on time! I’m there to fluff the pillows, fix stray hair, soothe a baby if needed, and remind you how beautifully you’re doing. I move at your family’s pace, keeping things calm and relaxed so everyone — parents, siblings, and even tiny newborns — feels comfortable and cared for.

work together

HOW TO WORK TOGETHER

A pregnant woman with long brown hair smiling outdoors in front of a red-leaved tree during autumn, wearing a light floral dress and gently holding her belly.

Maternity Sessions

A woman with brown hair kissing a sleeping baby on the forehead, both lying on a white bed.

Newborn sessions

A family of four outdoors in a park or garden, with two children on their parents' shoulders, all smiling and enjoying a sunny day.

Family Sessions

hi there!
I'm McKinzie.

Yes, I know it's spelled wrong, but you can't blame me or my parents.

See, it's my grandmother's maiden name so I guess we can all agree to blame the guy processing my ancestors at Ellis Island.

I like to think of myself as “The Friendly Alexandria Neighborhood Photographer” that people enjoy spending an evening with or having as one of their Newborn’s first visitors. Learn more about me and my work so you can decide if we would be a good fit!

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