Category Archives: Portraits

Your Child’s Key Milestones to Document | Washington DC

Key Milestone Portrait for Age 2 | Lisa Maco Photography, LLC, Washington DC Portrait Photographer

Just after your baby was born or perhaps while you were still pregnant, what was the first thing experienced parents told you? I’m willing to bet it was that time flies. Of all the advice I heard, this rings most true. My son, my youngest, recently graduated from college. I’m so proud of him, and...

What Really Lasts: Printed Portraits or Digital Files | DC

vintage photos

What really lasts through the years? Is it professionally printed portraits or digital files? I know it’s hard to imagine the future of image storage. It wasn’t that long ago that my kids and I were making weekly visits to the video store to borrow VHS movies. At the time, I never imagined being able...

Washington DC Children’s Portrait Photography Guide

4 year old girl wall portrait

There’s a special place in my heart for children’s portrait photography. They are young for such a short time, so it is important to capture their sweet faces at each stage while you still can. Childhood is a significant time in life and professional portraits of children are a lasting treasure for parents, grandparents, and...

Your Washington DC Fall Family Portrait Photography Guide

Rock Creek Park

Our nation’s capital is a beautiful city. It has so many elegantly designed buildings and monuments, plus trees and rivers that add to its charm. As a Washington, DC, family photographer and resident, I have the privilege of enjoying the scenery of this beautiful city on a regular basis. Each season in DC brings something...

Considerations for Washington DC Outdoor Family Photography 

Washington DC Location Family Portrait | Lisa Maco Photography Family Photographer Washington DC

Looking for Washington DC outdoor family photography ideas? I’m happy to capture your family’s portraits outside. There are a few things I want you to consider when choosing whether to have your portraits taken outdoors or in a studio. I’d love to share them with you here.  7 Things to Consider with an Outdoor Family...

Why Family Photography is Good for Our Children

Washington DC Mommy & Me Portrait | Lisa Maco Photography Family Photography Washington DC

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...

The Power of Printed Family Portrait Artwork

Living Room with Wall Portrait | Lisa Maco Photography, Washington, DC

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,...

Moms’ Biggest Worries About Family Photography

Mother-Daughter Portrait | Lisa Maco Photography, Washington, DC Family Photographer

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...

What You Need to Know About Outdoor Portrait Photography Sessions

Family Portrait in Glover Archbold Park | Lisa Maco Photography, Family Photographer, Washington, DC

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...

How Full-Service Family Photography Saves You Time

Full-service family portrait photography | Lisa Maco Photography, Washington, DC Childrens Photographer

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...

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