by McGonigle | Jun 28, 2021
You took the time to book a family photo session with a photographer you love (hopefully that’s me!) and you have received your final images. Most likely you received high quality, professionally edited, digital files. You love your images and the digital files make...
by McGonigle | Jun 21, 2021
One of the questions I get asked all the time by clients is: “When is the best time to schedule my family session?” As a photographer I am always chasing light, it is really my main job besides taking actual photographs. I can find the right...
by McGonigle | May 25, 2021
School photos are a right of passage. They are crucial for us to remember our kids as they are growing, for them to show their own kids later, and of course to embarrass them in those later in life slide shows we all love. There are a few things you can do to...
by McGonigle | May 6, 2021
One of the number one questions I get asked by my clients is “What do we wear?”. This is a very valid question considering the investment you are making into your session and because you want great pictures to share with family, friends, and to hang in your...
by McGonigle | Apr 20, 2021
You have finally booked your family photography session and now you may be wondering how to prepare. I have got you covered with 5 tips to help you get ready. 1. Choose Your Location Here in Northern Virginia, we are lucky to have many different choices for...
by McGonigle | Apr 19, 2021
School portraits are an important part of documenting our kid’s lives. Seeing how they grow from year to year, remembering their awkward phases, and seeing them blossom into young ladies and gentleman is why we get school photos every year. The...
by McGonigle | Apr 14, 2021
Finding the perfect location for your photoshoot is almost as important as what you wear for your shoot. Here are my 6 favorite locations for portrait and family photography in the Fairfax County area of Northern Virginia. Speaking of what to wear, I also want to...
by McGonigle | Mar 23, 2021
I often get asked how and why I became a photographer and I usually end up giving a little chuckle because the story starts where you least expect it. I didn’t start out my adult life as a photographer or even with a dream of becoming a photographer. ...
by McGonigle | Jul 8, 2020
Hi there and welcome to NOVA Portraits. My name is Rebecca McGonigle and I have been a photographer for over 10 years. I primarily shoot families in the Northern Virginia area. I love creating beautiful photos that your family will cherish for years to come. I would...
