ABOUT
our BRAND
Known for our signature editorial and borderline surreal aesthetic, relaxed approach, and thoughtful imagery, our northern Virginia-based studio sits at the cross-section of in-the-moment documentary narrative and the kind of expertly-posed portraits you'll pass down forever.
We believe great stories transcend mediums, classic style is eternal, and perfection is found in embracing the imperfect.
"We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand and melting like a snowflake."
– Marie Beynon Ray
Our Style
Dramatic, intimate, elegant, and visually satisfying. Capturing sophisticated and timeless portraits. If we were a wine we'd be Chardonnay: refined and confident, with an appreciation for the finer things in life. Our polished, high-end vibe is perfect for business portraits, model portfolios, personal branding, and family heirlooms.
Our Story
"I was always the friend who would whip out the camera to document the moments. My camera evolved over the years from the point-and-shoot I received during high school to the top-of-the-line mirrorless camera I wield today. On the verge of turning 40, I felt compelled to start a new chapter doing something I love. There are so many amazing portrait photographers I look up to, and I am continually investing in mentors and classes to ensure I will create the best possible experience & imagery for my clients."
Our Process
It really starts when you're first introduced to our work, and you feel a stirring of desire, to have photos of you like THAT.
You set up a no-pressure discovery call, and if we're a good fit we book a date for the shoot. We also schedule a design consult where we'll talk all the details for your session so it's exactly what you want.
The day of the shoot, you arrive fully prepared and ready to be photographed like never before. Then get ready for the instant image reveal, and pick only the photos you absolutely love. You select how you'd like them delivered: prints, wall art, boxes, or albums, and once they arrive I contact you for the reveal session!
BEHIND
the LENS
I'm elle: an infp, recovering sugar addict, hobbyist baker, former graphic designer, mom of three.
With the keen vision of an art director, I work alongside my clients to craft images that are seamlessly editorial — with the direction they need to achieve the photos they want. Portraiture continually captivates my heart and I'm just as giddy as (if not more than) my clients to see the final results of the sessions.
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“The photos came out UNBELIEVABLY well. Elle’s style of photography is to capture the essence & vulnerability of a relationship.”
— michelle, past lifestyle client
the
INSPO
Travel / Fashion / Family / Movies / Nature / My Daughters / Classic Lit
what I'm known for
EVEN-KEELED
weekend indulgence
MACARONS
KNOWN TO SPLURGE ON
HERMèS
MY FAVORITE
PLACE TO VACATION
BY THE SEA
ALWAYS ORDER ME AN
OLD FASHIONED
ENTIRELY UNDERRATED
HAWAIIAN PIZZA
If you're ready to discuss your ideas for your next shoot, schedule a Zoom call with Elle here.