Newborn & Family Photography in Montgomery County

Simple, timeless portraits for families in Clarksburg, Germantown, Rockville, and Gaithersburg.

Hi, I’m John.
I’m a family and newborn photographer based in Clarksburg, Maryland, serving families throughout Montgomery County, including Germantown, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Boyds, Damascus, and Olney. I’ve been capturing natural portraits of families and babies since 2010. Every session is built around real moments, not uncomfortable poses, because that’s what you’ll actually want to look back on.

Newborn Portraits

As a dad, I understand how overwhelming those early days can feel. That’s why I designed my newborn sessions to be gentle, unrushed, and completely stress-free.

All you need to do is show up.
I’ll take care of everything else.

Your baby’s safety, comfort, and well-being are always my top priority. I follow strict safety and cleanliness practices before, during, and after every session so you can relax and enjoy the experience.

I'm based in Clarksburg and serve families throughout Montgomery County, including Germantown, Rockville, and Gaithersburg.

How To Prepare For A Newborn Session

Portrait of a mom wearing a burgundy dress laying on a bed with her newborn baby

Family Portraits

The Montgomery county and DC area has no shortage of beautiful spots to create family portraits. From the urban backdrops of Frederick to the rural settings of local parks and farms, I’m sure we can find the perfect spt to create your families portraits.

If you have a special place in mind, I’m happy to photograph your family there.

I like to take a candid, lifestyle approach to my portraits, expressions and reactions are much more natural.

family portraits
Portrait of a family on a tree lined road with golden hour sun coming in behind them

  • John took our family photos as part of a call out for families wanting to capturing pictures for preserving family legacy. He’s a great local photographer in our area who was friendly and made the photoshoot relaxing despite the hot weather. His captures were great with the scenic backdrop of our family.

    Holly

  • John did a family photoshoot for my family for Mother's Day. John is a delight to work with, and his photography was incredible in difficult conditions. Now we have these pictures up next to our wedding day in the entrance to the house. If I could rate higher, I would.

    Chris K.

  • John did our family photos recently and they turned out amazing. The package he put together was so thoughtful. John was also very accommodating to our busy schedule when booking and photo reveal.

    Nicole O.

Ready to Create Something Meaningful?

The first step is simple.

Send me a message to schedule a free, quick phone consultation. We’ll talk through the experience, pricing, and plan a session that feels right for your family.

You’ll never regret preserving these moments.
But you might regret letting them slip away.

reserve your session

While my studio is based in Clarksburg, I work with families throughout Montgomery County, including Boyds, Damascus, Olney, and surrounding communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Sessions are typically 45-50 minutes. Best to plan for 1-1.5 hours though to make time for cranky kids (or husbands).

  • I would bring makeup for touching up, anything for the kids to keep them smiling. Snacks and bribes for the little ones are great too!

  • Coordinated colors are best. You don’t need to match, but do coordinate. Creams, pastels, solid colors are great choices.

  • I have a few local spots that are beautiful. If you have spots that are family favorites or have an important place in your families story, I’m happy to photograph there. Keep in mind that most of DC is national park land and will require permits, no problem, but it does take some time to apply and get the permit.

  • Most of my clients are shy or anxious in front of a camera. I guide everyone through the process so there’s guesswork, and I’m not above sounding like a total dork to get kids to laugh.

  • Of course! Pets are just an important as anyone else to the family. If you want to bring the dog, or cat (that would be a first), I’m all for it.

Based in Clarksburg, I proudly serve families in surrounding communities including Germantown, Boyds, Damascus, and Montgomery County. Whether you're nearby or in the neighboring towns, I’m here to capture your family's special moments."