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COSTOLA JOURNAL

I'm a hopeless romantic who finds great joy in creating and capturing connection and beauty wherever I go. This journal is a peek into my personal life, tips and tricks as well as highlights from weddings and sessions that we design and document.

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Why Choose a Light and Airy Style for Your Newborn Photos

The Timeless Elegance of Light and Airy Newborn Photography Light and airy newborn photography is defined by its soft, gentle feel, creating a serene atmosphere that highlights the purity and innocence of your baby. The hallmark of this style is its emphasis on light, clean backgrounds, and minimalist setups. Think of soft lighting that envelops […]

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Celebrate the Season with our Holiday Mini Session | Washington D.C. Family Portraits

Nothing captures the magic of the season quite like our Holiday Mini Session at Costola Studio. That’s why holidays are my favorite time of the year. Indeed, these sessions are a festive tradition that I look forward to every year. It’s truly heartwarming to welcome returning families, see how they’ve grown, and meet new families […]

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Posing Ideas for Mom and Daughter in the Lavender Field | Washington D.C. Family Portraits

Blooming in the Lavender Fields I recently had the absolute pleasure of documenting the enchanting moments shared between Maria and Millie at Susannah’s Watch B&B. Their session in the lavender field was nothing short of mesmerizing! The way these two interacted exuded pure love, and the setting was straight out of a storybook. Maria looked […]

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Capturing Carla’s Stunning Motherhood Portraits | Washington D.C. Family Portraits

The Magic of Two: Capturing Carla and Valentina’s Motherhood Bond Remember the radiant Carla and her beautiful family who joined us for a cozy winter in-home session? Well, they’re back at Costola Studio, but this time, it’s all about capturing stunning motherhood portraits! Just Carla and her precious daughter, Valentina, graced us with their presence. […]

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Adorable First Birthday Cake Smash | Washington D.C. Family Portraits

Shay Turns One! Remember that adorable little peanut, Shay, who stole our hearts with her gummy grin at her 6-month session? Well, guess what? This ray of sunshine is back at Costola Studio, and this time, she’s celebrating a major milestone – 1st birthday and a first birthday cake smash! Where does the time go? […]

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Fun Family Photo Session | Washington D.C. Family Portraits

The McCauley Ladies: A Portrait of Pure Fun and Family This week at Costola Studio, I wasn’t just capturing Molly MacCauley’s radiant energy in a headshot session, but also got to document the warmth of their family during a fun family photo session. Molly McCauley and her amazing girl gang, her sister and mom, came […]

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         tips for a stress free session

Portrait Sessions can be stressful, but if you arrive with a few tricks in your bag, you’ll come away with portraits that perfectly capture what family is all about.

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