alexia ballantine photography

Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland Maternity,
Newborn, Baby, and Family Photographer

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As a Frederick County photographer, I have had a number of sessions over the years that have really stuck with me. This session tops that list even years later. Sweet baby Emily was born with neuroblastoma that was diagnosed in utero. When a fellow photographer was looking for someone to capture her time in the […]

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Jul 16, 2024

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Rose Garden Newborn Session As a Northern Virginia Newborn Photographer, my favorite locations involve flowers, flower, and more flowers! The tough part can be timing sessions just right to capture blooms in the DMV. Whether it be cherry blossoms, roses, tulip fields, etc., it is always worth it to make the trip to any of […]

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Jul 8, 2024

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As a Rockville Newborn Photographer, I am always prepared for the unexpected. Despite how often as I may check the weather leading up to your session, sometimes the DMV likes to throw us curveballs and change plans at the last minute. Baby Maren’s outdoor newborn session definitely did not start out as planned! We had […]

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Jun 17, 2024

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As a DC Fresh 48 Photographer, nothing makes me happier than capturing your most precious memories. Nothing is more special as a photographer than being invited capture your baby in their first days of life. This beautiful baby boy and his absolutely lovely parents made for the perfect subjects for this memorable Fresh 48 session […]

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Jun 3, 2024

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As a Montgomery County newborn photographer, there is nothing I love more than photographing the most precious moments of my clients’ lives. Newborn sessions are one of my favorites for this reason, and being invited into your home to capture your precious one is such an honor. The last few months I have been super […]

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Apr 15, 2024

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As a DC baby photographer, nothing makes me happier than capturing the most precious times in your lives. Fresh 48s have a special place in my heart because there is something so unique about being there during the very first days of a new life. There is so much joy, so much love, and capturing […]

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Feb 22, 2024

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As a portrait photographer that specializes in maternity, baby, and family photography, I pride myself in curating your session down to ensure your vision comes to life. Elements from wardrobe and session timing to glam and location can all be critical pieces that elevate your session and experience. Importantly, while wardrobe is by far the […]

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Jan 25, 2024

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Top Picks For Photo Session Dresses As a Maryland newborn photographer, I have a few favorite brands that I always recommend to clients when they ask where to find for gorgeous dresses for their photos sessions. My favorite shops range greatly in both price and style, allowing for The ABP client closet is constantly growing […]

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Feb 14, 2023

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I entered the 2021 International Association of Professional Birth Photographers (IAPBP) Image of the Year Competition again. I am so proud to be a member of this amazing organization and really aspire to photograph births regularly post-COVID. In fact, I had two births scheduled in the first half of 2020, but COVID squashed those plans […]

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Jan 16, 2021

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I love being behind the camera. But there is no time as a photographer that I am happier than when I am photographing newborns. There is something incredibly special about photographing those fleeting moments and every changing details. I always reflect on what an honor it is to be invited into such a sacred time […]

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Feb 8, 2019

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