I’m the first to admit that road tripping through the American Midwest during a continental cold snap isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think vacation. It was a trip of necessity, but, being the creative weirdos that we are, it morphed into a pretty epic getaway that we will not soon forget.

A look at the commercial photography I create for Washington DC-based, national children’s clothing brand, Princess Awesome.

Well, I guess none us of had quite the summer we expected. Again.

After “the winter of our discontent”, I for one was really ready for a break, in literally every way. While it didn’t quite pan out like I hoped, I still had some beautiful moments - family trips that were almost more peaceful than usual due to paring back on activities. And in my business, I enjoyed some really terrific family photo sessions that were, more than ever, celebrations of those most basic joys: a new hammock in the backyard, the chance to get the kids out to the pool, a getaway in the nature.

Mini session season is here. Celebrate family no matter what.