Brandi Blaha Photography

Class of 2012 | Old Town Alexandria Senior Portraits

2011-12-12T11:45:00.002-05:00

I love photographing High School Seniors! It's such an exciting time for them thinking about that is to come.

Here is the lovely Miss E, class of 2012 and a few of my favorite shots from out very chilly morning in Old Town a few weeks ago!

Mr. & Mrs. H at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens | Vienna, VA Wedding Photographer

2011-11-12T08:17:00.000-05:00

What a gorgeous Fall wedding I had the privilege to photograph at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. These high school sweethearts took a break mid-semester from college to tie the knot!

Class of 2012 | Alexandria, VA Senior Portraits

2011-11-11T21:10:00.000-05:00

I was thrilled to photograph Miss K after photographing her brother 2 years ago. Congrats on your upcoming graduation!

Class of 2012 at the George Washington Memorial Masonic Temple

The Latest Family | Arlington, VA Family Phototgrapher

2011-11-11T19:25:00.000-05:00

I love that this family returned for a 2nd session this year:) The best compliment as a photographer is when clients come back again and again:)

Here is this years favorites!

My Own Kids! | Bristow, VA Children's Photographer

2011-11-07T15:10:00.004-05:00

My boys and I took advantage of a day off of school today with a special trip to the park so that I could photograph them in honor of my oldest sons 7th birthday. It was super sunny so we found a pocket of shade that was just perfect. My plan was to make this years Christmas Card out of these but I couldn't not share until then! Enjoy and thanks for letting me show off my little guys.

These brothers really do love each other:)

Can't believe this handsome young man just turned 7! Where does the time go?

My 4 year old. This expression is so him!

Favorite Fall Family Portraits | Bristow, VA Family Photographer

2011-11-02T20:25:00.000-04:00

It's been so busy I haven't had anytime to blog these fun photos! I finally made time to post them for you to enjoy. These are just some of my favorite images from this falls recent family portrait sessions:) Thank you so much for allowing me to be your family photographer!

The G Family at the Battlefields of Manassas, VA

Celebrating Baby R's 1st Birthday!

Love the red worn by the H Family of Arlington, VA

More smiles at the Battlefields in Manassas, VA. We almost got rained out, glad we went for it!

The K Family celebrating the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Grandma & Grandpa at Bristoe Station Battlefield Park.

Make time for your family portrait, you will be so glad you did. Mini Sessions still available for this Saturday!!! Contact me to book:)

Family of Eight {Bristow, VA Family Photographer}

2011-08-27T15:43:00.000-04:00

What a gorgeous family! I loved photographing this family of 8 at the lovely Bristoe Station Battlefield Park in Bristow, VA.

Baseball

2011-06-16T21:55:00.000-04:00

I love this vintage, high-contract look:) Play ball!''

Lots of Little Ladies {Bristow, VA Children's Photographer}

2011-06-10T22:17:00.002-04:00

As of late I have photographed lots of little girls! I always enjoy a little sugar and spice and everything nice...especially since in my house it's all snails and puppy dog tails!

Here are a few of my recent favorites:) Enjoy!

Please Pardon My Dust

2011-05-16T13:39:00.000-04:00

I am giving my blog a make-over so please pardon the "mess" as I clean and freshen things up!

Turner & Heather - Somewhere Over the Rainbow {Bristow, VA Wedding Photographer}

2011-04-22T20:39:00.000-04:00

It wasn't the sunny day they had planned for their outdoor wedding at Historic Kinloch south of Fredericksburg. At 4pm when the ceremony began the skies were black with rain and storm clouds. Rain on your wedding day is supposed to bring you good luck. As luck would have it, half way through the reception a rainbow appeared for the newlyweds...

Gift Certificates {Bristow, Haymarket, Gainesville, Manassas Family Photographer}

2011-03-13T08:28:00.000-04:00

I am happy to reveal my gorgeous new Gift Certificates! What a perfect gift for expecting moms, birthdays, Mother's Day, and so much more. My Gift Certificates can be customized in any way you like.

They come in a transparent envelope wrapped in a big red tulle bow. Give memories:)

Couples {Bristow, VA Family Photographer}

2011-01-05T17:08:00.000-05:00

These gorgeous portraits were taken at the Bristoe Station Park in Bristow, VA.

Big Family! - {Manassas, VA Family Photographer}

2010-12-08T17:50:00.000-05:00

I loved this crew! What a great memory to have of everyone together in one place:)

This was one of the last "warm" weekends of November. Beautiful, Fun, Fantastic Family:)

Scenic Black & White - Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park

2010-11-29T17:00:00.001-05:00


Taken as an exposure check before a family session, turned into a beautiful silvery shot:)

Merry Gingerbread

2010-11-29T08:47:00.000-05:00

Messy Holiday Fun

L Family Sneak Peek! {Bristow, VA Family Photographer}

2010-11-08T20:47:00.002-05:00

What troopers this family of 4 is! It was 45 degrees outside during their family photo session at the Manassas Battlefields, not to mention the wind, oh my!

Fall Fun {Bristow, VA Lifestyle Photographer}

2010-10-30T14:44:00.000-04:00

Perfect Little Pumpkin

My Littlest Man

He's being himself, playful and fun!

Big & Orange

Sweet Trio {Arlington, VA Family Photographer}

2010-10-27T20:45:00.002-04:00

One of my favorite Black & White's!

I love the playful look this cutie pie has on his face:)

Family of Five {Haymarket, VA Family Photographer}

2010-10-24T21:13:00.000-04:00

This family was the most fun to photograph:) I loved every second I spent with them and I think the photos really show that!

New Life {Bristow, VA Newborn Photographer}

2010-10-11T20:31:00.002-04:00

My personal favorite from our session:)

Is that a smile? Are you laughing at us because you know we want you to be sleeping?

The Birthday Suit:)

The Handsome BIG BROTHER, Andrew.

Beautiful Baby Boy

Baby Ryan and his beautiful Mom!

Look at this little bundle...wide awake, ready to see the world around him.

Personality {Bristow, VA Children's Photographer}

2010-10-06T16:48:00.002-04:00

I believe portraits and personality go hand in hand. Being a mother myself, I just can't have enough pictures of my little men. Here is a recent one of my youngest.

Go check out other fantastic photos at Love Your Shot! I love the eye contact he is giving me, which is rare for this little guy...My processing tip...I added just a touch of blue to his naturally baby blues...

Manassas Battlefields {Bristow, VA Family Photographer}

2010-10-02T21:37:00.001-04:00

I just absolutely LOVE this photo of this sweet family. Here is a sneak peak at one of the families that participated in this Fall's Manassas Battlefield Mini Sessions!!!

Fun

2010-10-01T21:40:00.000-04:00

Just one of my little loves...

Beautiful Belly {Manassas, VA Maternity Photographer}

2010-08-10T22:39:00.000-04:00

Announcing Fall-Mini Sessions in Manassas, VA

2010-08-05T21:18:00.000-04:00

Our Favorite Place on Earth

2010-08-05T20:09:00.000-04:00

Self-Portrait

2010-07-21T19:31:00.002-04:00

The Beach

2010-06-04T22:00:00.009-04:00

I love the beach. I miss it already. I've discovered something new about me. I love to edit photos and I love to edit photos of my boys more than anything. Someday I'll live at the beach and I won't be coming back. Until then I can count on using editing sessions like these of my babies in my favorite place to lift my spirits...

Baby Bailee - Bristow, VA Photographer

2010-05-24T21:43:00.009-04:00

What a wonderful way to spend a morning, with this little beauty!

I Heart Faces "Faces & Flowers" Photo Challenge

2010-05-17T11:16:00.005-04:00

Here is my entry for this weeks Photo Challenge over at I Heart Faces.

Click HERE to see the other great entries!

He's My Baby

2010-05-14T15:41:00.002-04:00

Just because I love him. Here is a Black & White of my 2nd born.

Boys Will Be Boys!

2010-04-30T18:54:00.007-04:00

These two little men are my boys...dirt and all! These photos would be a sample of my Lifestyle Portraits...portraits in your "natural" environment. They have more of a natural, candid feel:)

Baby Nate Sneak Peak

2010-04-26T17:50:00.004-04:00

Here are 2 quick favorites from this mornings Newborn Session. Sweet bouncing baby boy, Nate!

Updated Website

2010-04-24T20:05:00.001-04:00

Please take a minute to visit my new and improved flash website, my home on the web. You can see my most recent work at

http://www.brandiblahaphotography.com/

Neo, The Labradoodle

2010-04-24T20:02:00.001-04:00

Here is a photo of my new puppy! Isn't he sweet?

Kids in Motion {Bristow, VA Children's Photographer}

2010-04-09T20:59:00.004-04:00

Easter Eggs

2010-04-03T20:37:00.004-04:00

I love to find beauty in everyday things...Happy Easter!

Before

After

Spring Is Blooming

2010-03-31T16:48:00.004-04:00

Couldn't resist pulling the car over today as I drove past this beautiful blooming tree...

iPhone Love

2010-03-30T21:31:00.001-04:00

I Heart Faces "Dramatic B&W" Photo Challenge

2010-03-29T09:17:00.003-04:00

This week I am participating in I Heart Faces Photo Challenge. I Heart Faces is a great place for photographers of all levels to come learn and play together. Check out this weeks other amazing entries by clicking HERE!

I chose this photo because as a portrait photographer for me the EYES are everything! The eyes are the windows to the soul and in Black and White they are certainly dramatic.

My Son - Natural Light {Bristow, VA Children's Photographer}

2010-03-28T19:07:00.005-04:00

A few quick shots of my son today. He is so handsome:)

Sweet Sutton {Northern Virginia Newborn Photographer}

2010-03-25T21:28:00.010-04:00

Brothers {Bristow, VA Children's Photographer}

2010-03-23T20:38:00.005-04:00

Mini Sessions - Sneak Peaks

2010-03-22T21:51:00.005-04:00

Whoa! What a busy weekend! Here are just a few of my sneak peaks from the weekend!

Baby Carly and Family {Northern, VA Children's Photographer}

2010-03-22T07:40:00.013-04:00

{Bristow, VA Childrens Photographer} Fabulous Family

2010-03-11T20:57:00.009-05:00

These siblings are all gorgeous! Photographing them was so much fun!

{Bristow, VA Newborn Photographer} Welcome Baby Colin!

2010-03-08T20:29:00.007-05:00

You forget just how new, newborns are. This little guy was only asleep for 5 minutes. You can see he is wide awake and taking it all in! What a sweetheart!

Sweetness

2010-03-04T16:38:00.010-05:00

Little Ladies

2010-02-28T08:36:00.008-05:00

My Boys - Bigger Everyday!

2010-02-27T21:46:00.007-05:00

Tutu

2010-02-22T22:21:00.004-05:00

I made this Tutu as a gift for a sweet little lady that turned 2 today. I have lots of colors and will be making more for an upcoming shoot!

Happy Valentine's Day

2010-02-14T22:36:00.002-05:00

Happy 3rd Birthday

2010-02-12T20:00:00.001-05:00

My boys sharing in the joy of a birthday with each other.

Aloe Heals

2010-02-12T16:56:00.001-05:00

Snowed In

2010-02-10T21:04:00.004-05:00

I miss photographing people! I hope the weather clears soon. This is as good as it gets by aiming my camera out my front door:) Stay warm and safe everyone.

Over the Snow

2010-02-07T10:30:00.002-05:00

Newborn & My New Logo!

2010-02-06T15:36:00.003-05:00

My Baby almost 3 years ago...

2010-01-29T21:10:00.004-05:00

We are getting excited about this little guy turning 3 next month! This is the same little guy who now has that flowing gorgeous hair in the photo below! Scroll down:)

Different Drum....or at least an old one...

2010-01-24T21:02:00.001-05:00

My Baby...

2010-01-22T18:50:00.002-05:00

Baby H

2010-01-18T22:01:00.008-05:00

I was so lucky to be able to photograph this 4 week old little lady today. What a sweet baby girl:)

Treasure Hunt

2010-01-17T16:17:00.003-05:00

This is a photo I took of my father and step-mom at their wedding a few years ago. I love it because they look so happy...
For other treasures from the Treasure Hunt, visit Shutter Sisters.

17:365

2010-01-17T15:44:00.006-05:00

Fun with my 85mm 1.8

Boys will be Boys

2010-01-16T15:16:00.011-05:00

Look at this adorable pair of brothers I got to pal around with this morning! Such sweet little guys:)

Baby K - Tutu Love

2010-01-13T21:08:00.012-05:00

One of my dearest and oldest friends brought her 9 week old baby girl over to meet me tonight. Can you say cute!

12:365

2010-01-12T20:07:00.001-05:00

The Glass is half full...

11.365 - Bath Time

2010-01-11T21:08:00.001-05:00

Self-Portrait

2010-01-11T13:49:00.001-05:00

Senior Portraits at The Marina in December

2010-01-10T22:13:00.006-05:00

Tired of the Cold!

2010-01-09T18:41:00.006-05:00

I am so tired of these freezing temperatures. Just to make myself feel warmer, I started going through last summer's beach photos. Here are a few of my favorites, hope they warm you up too!

Under Construction!

2010-01-09T13:44:00.002-05:00

Hi folks! Just an FYI I'm tweaking the look of the blog this weekend so if you see some strange things going on, don't be alarmed!

Antiques

2010-01-08T22:28:00.001-05:00

I just LOVE this photo!

8:365

2010-01-08T19:18:00.003-05:00

Here is image #8 of my 365 project. I'm only posting my favorites on the blog, wouldn't want you to get bored! I pulled off the road this morning to snap this...I just thought the sky was so beautiful next to the dusting of snow we got...

Pump Up My Portfolio! FREE PORTRAIT SESSIONS!!!

2010-01-04T20:54:00.007-05:00

I am sure by now you have all enjoyed the myriad of photos of my 2 gorgeous sons(if I do say so myself) however, I would really like to increase the kind of images you can view in my portfolio. Meaning...I need a few models, interested!?!

Here is what I am looking for...

Newborns (Birth-6 weeks old) - 2 Models

Babies (6 months to 1 year) - 1 Model

Toddlers (2 to 3 years old) - 1 Model

Models will receive...
1 - FREE HOUR LONG PORTRAIT SESSION ($85.00 Value)
1 - 8x10 PRINT FREE
50% off any Additional Prints

This offer will be available until I have filled all these requests! Don't wait reserve your spot today.

3:365

2010-01-03T12:37:00.001-05:00

Mug, the Pug.

2:365

2010-01-02T14:55:00.001-05:00

My cat Georgia...Meow!

1:365

2010-01-02T10:15:00.003-05:00

This year I am participating in 365 project. Anything goes in these photos and are purely for my entertainment and yours! I'm already a day behind but better late then never!

Happy New Year 2010

2010-01-01T02:11:00.003-05:00

I am so excited about the New Year 2010. I have 101 ideas to help continue the launch of this new business:) Just wanted to share with all of you my fabulous Fondu! Best to all of you!

Top 10 0f 2009 - #1

2009-12-31T14:14:00.004-05:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR! What better way to celebrate a new year...a new baby! This little bundle of joy arrived in December. I have chosen this image as my favorite of the year because it was from my first maternity session ever! I can't wait to do many more, it was so much fun and the mommy was a PERFECT subject:)

Top 10 0f 2009 - #2

2009-12-30T16:38:00.001-05:00

This lovely young lady makes my number 2 spot of the year!

Top 10 0f 2009 - #3

2009-12-29T14:33:00.002-05:00

This is my 3rd favorite photo of the year. It's a self-portrait with my son just being himself. I love everything about it!

Top 10 0f 2009 - #4

2009-12-28T14:21:00.003-05:00

Just over half way there. My favorite photo of 2009 was taken today on a freezing cold playground. Sometimes the best shots happen when you're not trying so hard! I love the processing to this image as well. Enjoy:)

Top 10 0f 2009 - #5

2009-12-27T16:24:00.003-05:00

Who doesn't love RED? What woman wouldn't want shoes this beautifu? Coming in at #5 on the Top 10 of 2009 countdown is something a little bit different and a whole lot of fun!

Top 10 0f 2009 - #6

2009-12-26T20:10:00.004-05:00

I hope you are enjoying the countdown. Here is #6 of my Top 10 Portraits of 2009. I love the textures in this portrait and of course the beautiful young lady who is in it!

Top 10 0f 2009 - #7

2009-12-25T17:08:00.001-05:00

I love this portrait of my oldest son. It's always about the eyes for me!

Top 10 0f 2009 - #8

2009-12-24T14:38:00.003-05:00

Couldn't help thinking "Blue Christmas" with this one!

Top 10 0f 2009 - #9

2009-12-23T16:37:00.005-05:00

This lovely little lady looks great in green, her favorite color. I love to capture kids in a way that looks natural and most importantly I'm looking for happy, sparkling eyes!

Top 10 0f 2009 - #10

2009-12-22T23:07:00.004-05:00

OK, so I have to admit that this is not an original idea, but it is a great one! Over the next 10 days of 2009 I will be blogging my favorite photos of the year! I hope you enjoy and Happy New Year! The first post, #10, is my son Blake at the Manassas Battlefields. I just love the sun and the texture of the dry grass...

Sunday Shutterbugs

2009-12-20T17:53:00.004-05:00

http://sundayshutterbugs.blogspot.com/2009/12/week-of-1214-to-1221-theme-is-glow.html

Beautiful Blizzard

2009-12-20T12:32:00.005-05:00

B&W

2009-12-18T19:42:00.005-05:00

Birthday Portrait: 5 is Fabulous!

2009-12-02T20:50:00.004-05:00

I'm a Mom too...

2009-11-29T12:59:00.012-05:00

I'm a photographer and I'm also a mom. Just like all the other Moms out there trying to snap that perfect Christmas Card photo, so am I! I actually cheated this year and used a photo from out beach trip, but I still want the annual portraits I take of them each year, after all they always make great gifts for the grandparents. So today being a nice day I make the boys wear cute new matching outfits, and no I just can't help myself, and off we walk into the woods. My boys are the hardest kids I photograph all year, none of my secret tricks work on them anymore. I didn't get the one shot I wanted, just one shot of the the two of them in the same frame. I'll have to try again later but did end up with a couple unexpected cute shots. Enjoy!

Baby Belly

2009-11-22T22:50:00.012-05:00

Sisters

2009-11-21T20:46:00.013-05:00

I had the pleasure today of photographing 2 beautiful sisters at their home in Leesburg.

Beach Days

2009-11-18T18:53:00.006-05:00

With the temperature dropping everyday I am reminded of warmer times. I love Virginia Beach and spend lots of time there with my family each summer. Here is one of my favorite's from Summer 2009!

WEBSITE ! ! !

2009-11-16T20:50:00.004-05:00

I am so excited to share with you my brand new website. Please have a look. I'm sure it will grow and mature over time as I do. I had so much fun creating it and I am pretty pleased to say I did it all by myself. I hope you like it!

http://brandiblahaphotography.com/

Collage

2009-11-14T13:50:00.001-05:00

Website coming soon!

2009-11-12T09:27:00.001-05:00

I am so excited about the launch of my new website:) I hope to have it published my the end of the week. It's a lot of work but I'm enjoying it so much and can't wait to share it with all of you!