I want to tell you a story. When I was about ten years old, my seven-year-old brother was doing what every seven-year-old boy does and found some trouble. He was playing with an X-ACTO knife and cut himself pretty badly. My mother found out and had to rush him to the hospital. After he and...
As a family photographer in Washington, DC, I’m grateful to have worked with many wonderful families over the years. I have noticed that while many families come to me wanting a family portrait taken, not all realize the importance of printing and displaying these treasured portraits in their homes. Printing family portraits is incredibly important,...
A surprising number of people have anxiety when it comes to an upcoming family photography shoot, but few have more potential reasons for hesitation than moms. As a family photographer in the Washington, DC, area and a mom myself, I get it! The thought of a family photo shoot as a mom can often be...
Washington DC is a wonderful city with many beautiful monuments, parks, and public gardens. It’s no wonder that people dream of taking their outdoor portrait photography sessions in one of these areas. As a DC area portrait photographer, I like to schedule my outdoor portrait sessions during April, May and early June to enjoy the...
The truth is, your time is very precious. Between your family, career, house, friendships, and everything else, you have lots to do every day. You want family portrait artwork, but planning a family portrait session on your own feels overwhelming. What will everyone wear? Which photos should you print? Where should you print photos? It’s...
Your family is the most important thing in your life. By displaying your family portraits in your home, you get to enjoy what you love the most. As the years go by, you’ll have your favorite people and memories with you. Many clients come to me wanting family portrait artwork, but they’re not sure exactly...
The most important part about the portrait photography process is deciding to take them. The second most important part is to decide the location of your portraits. You may be considering a studio photography session vs. an outdoor session. Both are great options, but one stands out from the other. There are many reasons why...
Long gone are the days of stiffly posed families in front of a boring studio backdrop. I’m so glad that studio photography has come such a long way. As a portrait photographer, I love being able to offer all the amenities of a studio while still being able to capture your family’s love for each...
Our stress-free family portrait experience allows busy families to capture each person’s unique personality while enjoying a fun time together. Parents are so busy now – they are chauffeur, chef, valet, teacher, manager, you name it – for their children. Especially if your children are young, the days seem to fly right on by. You...
To ensure that you have the best outcome from a family portrait session, here are some tips on what to wear. You don’t need to spend a fortune on fancy clothes – just follow these 10 tips to make sure your family looks great in all your portraits. 1. Plan your wardrobe As a Washington...
DC Childhood and Family Photographer
Lisa Maco Photography, LLC
4400 Greenwich Pkwy NW
Washington, DC 20007
By Appointment
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