Tag: Hampton Roads Portraits

29 Sep

Virginia Beach Maternity Photographer | Radiant and Beautiful Portraits

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As a Virginia Beach maternity photographer, I believe every expecting mother deserves to feel radiant, celebrated, and strong. Ms. J came to my studio to capture this incredible season of her life, and she absolutely glowed in front of the camera. From soft, dreamy portraits to bold and stylish looks, her maternity session showcased both elegance and joy.

Elegant Studio Maternity Portraits

We began Ms. J’s session with a stunning lace gown and natural window light. The soft glow highlighted her beautiful bump and the love shining through her smile. These images feel timeless and will be treasured long after her baby arrives.

Casual and Fun Moments

Maternity portraits don’t always have to be formal or glamorous. Ms. J rocked her favorite jeans and a simple top, letting her natural confidence shine. The playful, relaxed vibe captured her true personality while still celebrating the miracle of pregnancy. These candid maternity photos are such a beautiful reminder of what everyday pregnancy feels like.

Bold and Glamorous Gown Portraits

Next, Ms. J wore one of my NEW client closet favorites—the dramatic blush pink tulle gown. With its flowing train and layered ruffles, this look added drama and elegance. Against both light and dark studio backdrops, she looked like a goddess. These portraits capture the strength and beauty of motherhood in a bold way.

Why Maternity Sessions Matter

Pregnancy is a short season, but the memories last forever and you will want to remember your beautiful body as it carried your little one! That’s why I always recommend booking maternity photography between 30–34 weeks. During this time, your bump is beautifully round, but you’re usually still comfortable enough to enjoy your session. Maternity portraits are about more than photographs—they are about honoring your journey and celebrating the new life you’re carrying.

Booking Your Maternity Session

If you are searching for a maternity photographer in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, or Chesapeake, I would love to create timeless portraits that capture your story. Whether you dream of glamorous gowns, casual looks, or both—we’ll design a session that feels uniquely you.

✨ Don’t let this moment slip away—book your maternity consultation today and let’s create portraits that you and your family will cherish for generations.

26 Sep

Beautiful Baby E | Virginia Beach Newborn Photographer Creating Sweet Moments

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Being a Virginia Beach newborn photographer means I get to meet so many incredible families and capture their first days with a brand-new baby. This session was extra sweet—introducing the world to Baby E. From his tiny features to the way he snuggled with his mama and big brother, every moment was filled with love and joy.

Sleepy and Sweet

Baby E gave us the perfect balance of portraits. He looked so peaceful in his cozy knit outfit and rustic basket setup, and I couldn’t resist capturing those tiny toes! Later, we swaddled him snug and safe, and he drifted off into dreamland—complete with the sweetest little smiles that melted everyone in the room.

Family Connection

One of my favorite parts of this session was photographing Baby E with his mama and big brother. The bond between them was beautiful—mama glowing with love, big brother proudly snuggling close, and Baby E curled up content in their arms. These are the kinds of portraits that tell a family’s story and will be treasured for years to come.

Why Age Matters for Newborn Portraits

Baby E was just 12 days old at his session—the perfect time for newborn photography. I always recommend scheduling newborn portraits between 6–18 days old whenever possible. During this window, babies are typically sleepier and more flexible, which makes it easier to capture those swaddled poses, tiny details, and adorable expressions.

Booking Your Newborn Session

If you are searching for a newborn photographer in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, or Chesapeake, I would be honored to capture your baby’s first portraits. The newborn stage is so fleeting—don’t miss the chance to preserve it forever.

✨ Book your newborn consultation today and let’s create timeless portraits of your little one. Plus, for the rest of 2025, every newborn session comes with a FREE 11×14 print as my gift to you!

29 Apr

Whats new in 2024 with Devon Shanor Photography

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WOW.  We are already into the 5th month of the year!  It has been a whirlwind of a year so far!  And if you’ve noticed- blogging has definitely taken a back seat to everything and we haven’t been good at keeping this blog updated.  I apologize for how long everything has taken but we are finally settling in. 

 

So what is new?  We have renovated the studio and have a glamorous new black wall set, a beautiful white light wall, a boho neutral bedroom set, and LOTS of new newborn props and baskets.  It has been so much fun purging things, building things and putting together a studio that has something for everyone.  Take a look at some of the recent pictures we have done in the sets!

 We also have welcomed a new photographer to our studio. (If you’ve been with us for the past few years with Santa or our events, you have likely already met her.) Her name is Kelley and she’s been working with us for a few years and we are so happy to finally announce that she is officially joining the studio! She has a bit of a more moody, dark and warm style that I, so she is a great addition to offer a different look!  Here are a few images she has recently taken.  And be on the lookout for more blogs from her in the future.  

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08 Oct

Family in the City | Norfolk Family Portraits

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I have know this family since before the kids were even born!  They are some of my oldest friends and I was so happy to photograph them in the city. We literally STOPPED TRAFFIC!  I love all the personality and uniqueness of each of them.  We had such a great time.  

Mom and Dad needed some updated headshots too.  When you book with Devon Shanor Photography there is no need to book a separate session for that, we can just incorporate that right into our family session! 

07 Oct

Santa on the Beach | Virginia Beach VA

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Santa is back at the beach.  So excited to have Santa Todd and Santa Randy back in Virginia Beach for our Santa on the beach portraits! Time slots will sell out quickly so don’t wait to book.  And keep checking back if you can’t make it, we are doing cookies with Santa in December! 

Bring the whole family as there is enough time in the session for a few family portraits and portraits with Santa.   Check out some of these amazing portraits from last year!

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07 Oct

18 Months Old | Virginia Beach Portraits

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I had such a fun time exploring First Landing State Park with this adorable family as we celebrated 18 months with little M!  We got some fabulous portraits with mommy and daddy, some great family portraits and then we had a blast playing in the water!  We even took time to photograph mom and dad together, something I feel is some important to do.  Don’t forget to capture the ones who started it all! 

 

02 Oct

Baseball with Dad | Photography Virginia Beach

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One of my favorite things about my job is getting to stay connected with families and clients.  It makes my job seem less like a job and more like connecting with old friends! 

I photographed this little guy while he was still in momma’s belly so getting to photograph him now, as a little baseball player, is so much fun.  I did his new sisters newborn portraits, but before them we took some time to photograph him and his dad (and coach,) in his baseball uniform! 

Such a fun little session and I loved creating some amazing portraits for his family to remember his first years in the sport- who knows maybe the will be pitching in the majors one day!!!

10 Sep

First Grade to Forever | Couple Portraits Hampton Roads

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One of my very favorite things to photograph is couples that have been married for decades.  So often we forget to truly appreciate and cherish the love in a marriage when kids, school, careers, sports, activities, bills, church and EVERYTHING else that comes with running and family and a household, comes FIRST.  We forget that two people started it all, two people who fell in love are the foundation of it all.  Too often we forget where it all began and truly celebrate each other and the love they share. 

My Treasured Love Sessions are such an important part of my business.  They bring me so much joy and hope! These session celebrate the couple and their journey through life, love, commitment and sacrifice.

I was SO honored to photograph Joe and Faye.  They met in FIRST GRADE!  They have so many decades of memories, from coloring and recess, to sock hops and cotillions, from football and cheerleading to building a family, to retirement and grandkids. It was such a blessing to “walk down memory lane” with them as they shared so many of these special moments with me and reminisced on a life well loved. 

We even photographed Faye in her wedding gown… that still fit!!!!  She looks as beautiful now as I am sure she did then, and her grooms eyes are still focused on her! 

During our session planning, I had them each answer a few questions without the help of knowledge of the other.  I used their answers to “write” them a letter from one to the other.  It was such a special moments as they read their letters to each other and then danced to their favorite song.

Enjoy this little walk down memory lane with us as we celebrate the love between Joe and Faye! 

10 Mar

DSP Candids of the Week! | Candids

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Portraits are supposed to be fun! Posing and staging is only half of it! Personally, Candids are my favorite! One of my favorite things about Devon is her ability to make any session fun. It doesn’t matter if it’s a tantrum, nervous mom getting her first boudoir shoot since kiddos, a Dad that “really hates getting his picture taken” or that senior that is only doing portraits to appease Mom and Dad… It’s a fun experience here at DSP!

Here are some of our favorite candids that we absolutely love! 

“I love my baby brother!!!!… Sooooooooo much!”

“Don’t mind me… just struttin’ my stuff with the newest fad… Wear necklaces around our teeth!” 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE BEAUTIFUL MATTHEWS SISTERS!!!

“Nothing like a cold ocean touching your toes to make you run like the wind!”

Keep checking back for more candids on the blog! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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