As a Great Falls family photographer, nothing makes me happier than capturing your family’s memories. I am so thrilled with the Sheehan’s family portraits, they turned out so beautifully! This stunning Great Falls location is one of my absolute favorites. It is a little bit of a hike to get to, but completely worth the extra effort for the beautiful backdrop of the Potomac River and surrounding cliff sides. I love the way the sun sets over the cliffs and creates the most beautiful light!

This beautiful family coordinated their outfits perfectly for a fall portrait session! I always love neutrals and these creams, browns, and burnt oranges stood out beautifully against the backdrop. I am always happy to provide wardrobe guidance to clients (if they want it) and am working on some really exciting things behind the scenes to help.

Making Magic

Managing family sessions with three littles or more can be a challenge, but I am definitely up for it. I have lots of tricks up my sleeve, and sometimes the best thing to do is to follow their lead. When these cuties wanted to climb, I followed with my camera. Digging for shells? No problem, we can turn it into a sweet moment! The real moments can make for just as beautiful photos as the posed ones and I love to get you a combination of both at every session. As a Great Falls family photographer, I do my very best to ensure that you not only have beautiful photos at the end of your session, but also a good experience overall.

Alexia Ballantine Photography is an award-winning portrait photographer serving Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. She specializes in maternity, baby, and family photography, including cake smash sessions. Reach out today to inquire about your session! If you are a photographer looking for mentorship opportunities, check out my 2025 mentorship opportunities here.