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Newborn Photographers in Northern Virginia ~ { Vintage Baby }

Dawn M. Miller — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:28:02 +0000

I am so excited to have finally been able to use this adorable vintage doll pram that I have had for almost a year now! A friend of mine called me last Fall to say that her neighbor was getting rid of it and she immediatly thought of me ~ how cool is that?? Way!

Mom and dad were happy to have me try this out with their newborn girl. Dare I say, she slept like a baby? Honestly, she snoozed nearly the entire session! I sure hope she is doing a bit of that during the night time hours for her mommy & daddy!

Many thanks to this little angel’s adoring parents for allowing me to create a portrait that is truly “your baby as {art}” ™.

Maternity Photographers to Washington DC ~ { Chic Windy Mama }

Dawn M. Miller — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:39:02 +0000

Like most photographers, I get an itch from time to time to try something different. I’ve had these maternity poses in my mind for some time now & I’ve been waiting for someone willing to indulge my creative juices. This lovely lady gave me free reign… and she totally rocked the “windy mama” pose! On top of that, doesn’t she just “glow” in the pink maternity wrap?

The pregnant body is such a beautiful thing to behold and be proud of. You are carrying the gift of life – what a awesome experience you have been given as a new mom. Many of our clients have been trying for years to become pregnant and we are so honored when they allow us to help them celebrate their pregnancy with maternity portrait art for their home.

Thinking about maternity pictures? Our studio in the Washington DC metro area specializes in chic maternity portraits that are elegant yet modest & sometimes even a little ”windy.” Just imagine… your bump as {art}™ !

Newborn Twins { Photographers in Washington D.C. Metro Area }

Dawn — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:15:03 +0000

I normally share two sneak peeks and since I only had time last week for one of these precious newborn twins, I wanted to share another one for their mother, father and extended family! There are so many cute ones it was hard to pick but this one has to be one of the cutest!

Children’s Portrait Studio Washington DC Area ~ { Sisters }

Dawn — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:52:17 +0000

I love, love, love photographing these two sisters! They are both so photogenic and love each other so much. This is just one sneak peek for their parents before I start designing their custom Christmas cards.

Be sure to leave the girlsies some blog love…you know at this age they love to hear nice comments!!

Creative Baby Photographer Washington DC Metro Area ~ { Sugar-n-Spice }

Dawn — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 01:29:59 +0000

This very active, almost one year old baby girl visited the studio last week and boy did she keep me and her momma on our toes! She ended up wearing her own self out and after a little bit of cuddling, she fell asleep. Now, I normally do not get a chance to “play” with a baby this old who is sleeping but when the opportunity arose, I jumped on it. I just adore this image below…totally! She didn’t stay this way very long but just long enough to capture some precious moments for her mom.

Mom wants a Gina Alexander ”my everything” photo bag. This “your baby as {art}”™ image would be beautiful for one of these luxurious, upscale bags. Many styles of unique one-of -a-kind photo handbags are available in the boutique section at Dandelion Wishes® Photography and make the best gifts. They are awesome to tote around all the things that mommies need to have on hand.

Be sure to leave some comments for this precious little cherub’s parents and family!

Baby Photographer Washington DC Metro Area ~ { 12 months }

Dawn — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:48:12 +0000

What a fun time I had with this precious little girl and her mom yesterday! She is turning one next week and mom wanted to be sure to have portraits of this special event. Little Miss “I” was such a happy little girlie! She has the most amazing dark brown eyes as you can see in the first image. Her little lashes are just to die for!!

The adorable dress was purchased at a wonderful baby and children’s boutique right here in Warrenton! They have such a mix of wonderful things for children ~ from birth on up! If you have not visited Old Town Warrenton lately you simply must check it out.

Here is a sneak peek of Miss “I” for her adoring family…as always we love to have any and everybody leave some blog love for this precious one year old girl!

For pricing & details of our Baby’s 1st Birthday Portrait special… click on the “Details” tab above.

Or, click on ”Baby’s First Birthday Portraits” here.

Newborn Photographer Washington DC Metro Area ~ { Pretty lil’ Princess }

Dawn — Tue, 12 May 2009 17:41:43 +0000

I am busy, busy, busy working on client sessions today and thought I’d share one of my favorite images from a recent newborn portrait session. This is one of my favortie “miracle shots” so far. I have done it for two of my clients and they both turned out awesome! The other client brought the same fresh flowers she used in her wedding (blue hydrangeas~ one of my favorites!) to be incorporated into the setting and it turned out beautiful too. I just love little newborn tooshies in the air! Can’t you just imagine this as a ”your baby as { Art }”™ gallery wrap canvas hanging in the nursery? Oh my!

Professional Photographer VA DC MD ~ { My Christmas Wish }

Dawn M. Miller — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:47:25 +0000

It’s Christmas Eve! Hopefully by now all of your shopping is done and you are finishing up those last minute details. Personally, I am still trying to get some baking and wrapping done and still a little bit of decorating that my kids really enjoy! I’ll get there!

My daughter has asked me this question several times over the last week; “Mom, what do you really want for Christmas?” Without hesitation, I have replied each time, “PEACE.” Not being satisfied with this answer, she wants to know what tangible thing I want but I keep assuring her that all I really want is “PEACE”.

Now, my daughter loves to make little beaded necklaces and bracelets and so I asked her to make me one that said PEACE on it, for Christmas. She did and of course I think it turned out lovely. In addition, my son made a little tissue paper covered candle holder made out of a baby food jar. What better is there than to receive to hand made gifts by your children?

So, to all my dear friends and clients…I pray for PEACE to be in your family this Christmas season. God’s PEACE. For it is only His PEACE that brings calm in a storm or comfort to those who are mourning the absence of a loved one. I pray for PEACE to all the families who are struggling to make ends meet or who need jobs. I pray for PEACE for all our military families. I pray for all the children who will not have any gifts under the tree this year…may God send them His PEACE to assure them that He loves them and that they have received the best gift they could ever receive…the baby in the manger, Jesus our Savior.

In closing, may God bless your homes with His PEACE and may you open your hearts more than ever to celebrate the birth of our Savior! Merry Christmas to all!

If you would like to attend a Christmas Eve service but either do not have a church you regularly attend or yours is not having a service tonight, I invite you to join me at Manassas Assembly of God at 6 p.m. This is always a lovely way to help me refocus on what the Christmas celebration is all about. Come early as it is a popular service. You can visit their website for directions or more details by clicking here.

Gina Alexander Photo Bags { Northern VA, Washington DC, Suburban MD }

Dawn M. Miller — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:55:39 +0000

Dandelion Wishes® Photography is an approved portrait studio for these chic, “gotta have” photo bags by Gina Alexander ~ serving the Northern Virginia, Suburban Maryland and greater Washington D.C. metro area.

We all want our handbags to be functional, right? Well Gina Alexander took it a step further by putting the FUN into FUNctional! These designer bags are gorgeous!

Imagine… a designer handbag, purse, tote or wallet custom created just for you with images of your newborn baby or child on it. There’s truly nothing more unique!! You can be confident that no one else will have one just like it… (unless you order more for Grandma’s). And let me tell you just how many compliments you’ll get ~ I know, because I carry the “My Everything Bag” by Gina with my children on it. I take it to the salon, the store, the beach and even football games.

Based in Hollywood CA, Gina Alexander takes great pride in top quality craftmanship. The quality of these bags is unmatched! In fact, all Gina photo bags, handbags, totes and wallets are handmade here in the USA using the finest silver hardware, buckles and leather from Italy.

You’ll be in good company when carrying your new Gina Alexander bag… she has created dream Portrait Bags for many famous celebrities including: Faith Hill, Kelly Ripa, The Black-Eyed Peas, Penelope Cruz, Jennifer Lopez, Ashanti, Alicia Keys, Joss Stone, Elizabeth Taylor, Queen Latifah, Emily Proctor and our course… many of our portrait clients!

Why not let us create one for you… with images from your portrait session?

Gina has many styles and sizes to choose from. We have samples of three different Gina bags as well as the Small Cosmetic bag here in the portrait studio for you to see ~ check them out below!

The Gina Alexander “Fairfax Petite” Handbag Price & Specs: $250.00

- Leather handles, trim and bottom (four leather color choices)
- Handbag toes
- Top snap flap closure
- Black inner-lining
- Inner zipper pocket
- Silver hardware rings- Handle Length: 22″

The Gina Alexander “Roxbury” Handbag Price & Specs: $275.00

- Leather handles, trim and bottom (four leather color choices)
- Bronze Handbag toes
- Top snap flap closure
- Black inner-lining
- Inner zipper pocket
- Bronze-gold hardware rings - Handle Length: 22″

The Gina Alexander “Small Cosmetic” Bag Price & Specs: $95.00

- Top zipper closure
- Black inner-lining

The Gina Alexander “My Everything” Tote bag Price & Specs: $150.00

- Canvas handles, trim and bottom
- Printed image and Underglass option
- Black inner-lining
- Inner zipper pocket
- Handle length: 24”

(All of the Gina Alexander bags above are also featured on our website under the Gallery called Bags & Jewelry. The photos and details are a bit larger there if you have a hard time reading the blog photos.)