by McGonigle | Jun 3, 2026
Some senior sessions just feel easy. The weather cooperates, the flowers are in bloom, and the senior shows up ready to celebrate everything they’ve accomplished. That’s exactly how this session at Green Spring Gardens senior session turned out. As a...
by McGonigle | Mar 4, 2026
Senior year is about more than cap and gown photos. It’s about capturing who you are right now — your personality, your passions, and the things that have shaped your high school journey. This combined senior and athlete session brought both sides together...
by McGonigle | Feb 12, 2026
There is nothing more iconic than sunflowers in full bloom, and Burnside Farms offers one of the most beautiful backdrops in Northern Virginia for senior portraits. This senior session perfectly captured the joy, confidence, and personality that make senior year such...
by McGonigle | Mar 22, 2024
Have you ever wondered what the differences are between a traditional senior portrait session and a sportraits senior session is? There are advantages to both and choosing which one is right for you will help you get the portraits you really want. Traditional Senior...
by McGonigle | Feb 27, 2024
Dear Seniors and Parents, As a senior photographer, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing countless young adults transition from high school to the next chapter of their lives. It’s a momentous time filled with excitement, anticipation, and a touch of...
by McGonigle | Sep 28, 2023
Fall in Northern Virginia is beautiful and exciting. I wanted to put together a quick guide of all the fall family fun activities you can do with your family and friends, in addition to getting your photos done at a fall mini session! Below are a list of...
by McGonigle | Sep 14, 2022
Maybe you have booked your family photo session with me and you are wondering what you should wear or maybe you haven’t booked the session because you don’t know what you would wear. Well this guide is especially for you! Below you will find three...
by McGonigle | Sep 28, 2021
Lake Fairfax Park in Northern Virginia is a stunning location for any type of family session. It is a location that is beautiful year round but especially so in the fall with all the wonderful foliage. I had the honor to capture this beautiful family but Mom indicated...
by McGonigle | Sep 17, 2021
Let’s talk about professional headshots and why you need them. Back in the day only corporate big shots needed to have professional headshots. That’s because they were only used in bios for companies or for print ads in newspapers. Well all that has changed with...
by McGonigle | Aug 30, 2021
I get asked this question by many clients and it isn’t always a simple answer because there are definite benefits to both. Either way you go, it is still an investment in both money and time. Let’s break down the benefits of both types of sessions as I...
