For families who want to remember this season.
Jessica Yaniga | Lifestyle Family Photographer
Frederick County, Maryland
Your kids don’t have to sit still.
You don’t have to “perform.”
We’ll move.
We’ll play.
I’ll guide when needed.
And I’ll step back when the moment is already happening.
It’s relaxed.
It’s intentional.
It feels more like being together than posing for photos.
What a session feels like
FOr moms
A note for the moms:
You deserve to be in these photos.
Even if you’re tired.
Even if your body feels different.
Even if this season feels overwhelming.
One day your kids won’t remember how clean the house was.
They’ll remember how it felt to be held.
That’s what we’re capturing.
The details
Documentary Family Session — $525
45-60 minute session
Guided and relaxed experience
Edited images in a curated online gallery
High-resolution digital downloads
Print release
*I take a limited number of sessions each month to give each family my full attention.
You book your session.
I send a simple prep guide.
We meet. We move. We document.
Your gallery is delivered within 3 weeks.
No stress. No stiff posing. No pressure on your kids.
The process
Why Documentary?
At almost every session, a mom apologizes.
“For the chaos”
“For the toddler”
“For not feeling put together”
But what I see is connection.
Hands reaching.
Kids leaning in.
Real life unfolding.
That’s the part worth remembering.
If you’ve been waiting to feel “ready,” this is your sign.
Meet your photographer
Hi! I’m Jessica. Married to my best friend and I’m a grateful mom of three little ones. I’ve been running my photography business for over a decade.
My sessions are relaxed and intentional. I focus on the small in-between moments that make this time in your life unforgettable.
I know how chaotic and beautiful this season is because I’m living it too!
TEstimonials
“Jessica was so incredibly wonderful to work with. She captures the natural personalities of everyone in your family and works magic when editing! We have used other photographers over the years and Jessica’s photos are our favorite hands down!”
-C.D.
“You nailed our little one’s feisty personality & love of all things nature. We will appreciate and treasure these for a lifetime. I’m teary-eyed & I don’t usually get emotional over these kinds of things. Thank you, thank you, thank you. You will definitely hear from us in the future <3”
-L.T.
“Jessica made the process so easy and enjoyable, creating a comfortable atmosphere that put everyone at ease even our little one! Her talent and attention to detail are unmatched; she has an incredible eye for capturing the most genuine and beautiful moments. The pictures came out better than I could have ever imagined - each one a treasure.”
-G.K.
“We have used Jessica for years!!!! Every time I get my pictures I am speechless! She captures the moments, smiles, and love! Her photos of us are all around my home and I couldn’t feel more blessed!!! Love her and her work to pieces!”
-K.B.