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The M family is growing, and what better way to celebrate this exciting time than with a photo session! I’m very thankful that I’ll get to revisit this beautiful family three more times over the next year to meet their sweet baby-girl-to-be and to watch as she and big sister Paige become best friends. Judging by all the apparent love and joy in these pictures, I’d say that this baby on the way is one lucky little lady!

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Southern Maryland Maternity Photography

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I’m sure that waking up before sunrise to have your picture taken isn’t at the top of a high school senior’s list of fun things to do! But Dylan was a great sport about the early start time and the photos in general. Here are a few of my favorites from his session.

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Visit this page to view more senior portrait sessions by Jill Christine Design & Photography.

– St. Mary’s Senior Photography

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Are you planning a winter wedding? This season can be very romantic and create some beautiful photo ops, but before you dive into your winter wedding plans, here are a few things I think you should consider.

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  1. Winter days are shorter and therefore it gets darker earlier. Consider when the sun will set in relationship to the time of your ceremony and make sure you’ve allowed time for photographs (before and after) while it’s still daylight.
  2. Have a backup plan for everything. Imagine every weather situation you can think of – snow, sleet, rain, wind – and develop a plan for each so that you’re prepared for whatever Mother Nature sends your way.
  3. On the day before your wedding, check to make sure the church and reception venue have turned on their heat. If a venue hasn’t been used frequently during the colder months, it may take a little bit of time to warm up the space.
  4. Bring something warm. Despite cold temperatures, if you want to take advantage of natural light for photographs (and trust me, your photographer will!), you’ll need a wrap, shrug, cape or sweater that coordinates with your dress to keep you warm. And if these clothing articles don’t fit your style, be brave and endure the cold. A few chilly moments will give you pictures that will last a lifetime!
  5. Certain flowers will be harder to come by in winter, making them more expensive, and some won’t be available at all. For winter friendly options, try greenery, berries and branches.
  6. Keep your guests warm by serving hot seasonal beverages such as eggnog, espresso, and hot chocolate.

If  you’re planning a wedding for any other season, check out these tips for spring weddings, summer weddings and fall weddings. If you’re looking for more wedding day tips and ideas, visit our bridal resource page for lots of great information.

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Book your family spring mini session! These sessions include 15 minutes of photographic coverage and 10-15 edited high res image files for $150.

This year I am offering six sessions. They will be held the evening of Saturday, April 16th at a location in Southern Maryland (to be finalized within the week).

To book your session, please email me at jill@jillchristinedesigns.com. Sessions will be first come first serve and half of the session fee is required to reserve your spot.

For examples of spring mini session photos, please check out last year’s pictures here!

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While the official first day of spring is just around the corner, today I’m sharing some tips for planning a fall wedding. I thought this information would be most valuable to fall brides now while they’re in the midst of making all of these important decisions.

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Here are a few things I think you should consider:

  1. Book your vendors early. Fall in Maryland is a very popular time for weddings with October being one of the busiest months all year. Book your wedding vendors early to ensure you get your top picks.
  2. If you’re planning an outdoor wedding, it could be a chilly evening. Pashminas for you and your bridesmaids, throw blankets for your guests, warm beverages such as hot chocolate or coffee, and even a bonfire (pending venue approval, of course) are all great ways to stay warm!
  3. Use seasonal décor. Not only will this enhance the fall theme, it’s also an inexpensive way to decorate your venue. Consider gourds, pumpkins, hay bales, corn stalks, twigs, apples, cranberries and even leaves when decorating.
  4. Serve up fall dishes. This is another great way to carry the fall theme throughout your wedding day. Apple pies, pumpkin pies, and even apple cider are great choices!
  5. Choose a ceremony or reception location with a gorgeous fall backdrop. You’ll want to take full advantage of the season’s beautiful array of colors and light so look for venues with scenic fall views. Your guests, and your photographer, will thank you!

If you aren’t planning a fall wedding, check out these tips for spring weddings and summer weddings, and stay tuned for our winter list. If you’re looking for more wedding day tips and ideas, be sure to visit our bridal resource page for lots of great information.

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