Documenting this moment for you….so you can cherish the memories forever….
My goal as your photographer is simple:
I want my work to evoke emotion……When you look at your photos, I want you to feel joy. Get tears in your eyes. Truly see, feel and remember how much love there is in your family.
Capturing your Connections to Cherish Forever….
Using the soft and natural glow of sunlight, I create a warm and inviting atmosphere that brings out the best in your family. My goal is to give you a collection of photos that truly capture the happiness, love, and wonderful connections you share.
Whether we're playing around in the park, hanging out at home, or in the ocean, I make sure to capture those genuine emotions and precious moments. My knack for catching spontaneous joy ensures your memories are frozen in time for you to cherish.
My approach is friendly, professional, and personalized. I want to make your experience enjoyable and stress-free. I believe in creating a relaxed environment where you and your family can be yourselves, allowing your unique personalities to shine through in every photo. I'll work closely with you to understand your vision and preferences, ensuring that the photos reflect your family's individuality.
I can’t wait to create magic with you!
“You did such a beautiful job capturing our boys as they are now. Exactly what we hoped you'd achieve! The only weak link was me and me "fear" of the camera. You totally put us all at ease with your incredibly warm energy.” - Ande T.
“Claire is magic. She gets my kids to listen and look at the camera at the perfect moment. She captures joy, light and love. I highly recommend Claire!.” - Lauren H.
“Claire captured the unique personality of each child in a very comfortable and relaxed photo shoot that allowed each child to enjoy the experience with no pressure to perform. The results were beautiful pictures that reflect the joy and uniqueness of each child.” - Katherine N.
“I got all of them but I think I the printers that I chose were favorites because of how you were able to capture the personality of each child so well. Can serve as a little capsule for us to remember each of them at these different points in their childhood.” - Jess B.
Newborns….
As you bring your newborn home and embark on this beautiful journey, I am here to capture this precious point in time. My goal is to preserve these fleeting moments as you begin your adventure with your newest family member.
My sessions take place in the comfort of your own home, creating a relaxed and familiar environment for you and your little one. I believe in capturing the authentic essence of your family, including all family members, both human and furry. Together, we'll create a light, fun, and loving atmosphere, ensuring that every photo reflects the joy and connection you share.
With a focus on natural light, my photography style aims to highlight the genuine interactions, emotions, and milestones during this special time. By choosing my newborn photography, you're choosing to capture memories that will be treasured for a lifetime.
Let me help you preserve these fleeting moments and create lasting memories of this incredible chapter in your family's journey.
Families….
I specialize in capturing the beautiful moments of your family's journey with a happy, upbeat, and loving tone. As your dedicated photographer, I am here to document this special chapter in your lives……
Using the soft and natural glow of sunlight, I create a warm and inviting atmosphere that brings out the best in your family. My goal is to give you a collection of photos that truly capture the happiness, love, and wonderful connections you share. I make sure to capture those genuine emotions and precious moments. My knack for catching spontaneous joy ensures your memories are frozen in time for you to cherish.
My approach is friendly, professional, and personalized. I want to make your experience enjoyable and stress-free so everyone can be free to be themselves. I'll work closely with you to understand your vision and preferences, ensuring that the photos reflect your family's individuality.
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Hi! I am Claire……
…. I first picked up a camera when I was 8.
I remember coming home from sleep-away camp with rolls and rolls of film to develop, and even back then it was portraits that most interested me. Much of my time in high school was spent in the photo lab – I can still smell the chemicals. And although my focus in college turned from photography to studying, within a few years of graduating I found my way back to the camera, and it was then that our love affair took on a whole new meaning and depth and I am grateful to say that Claire Harvey Photography is in its 13th year!
I am a proud mother of three children, a lover of nature, adventure, and food.
My work spans from The White House, to magazines, the board room, the bedroom and the beach - what a thrill to have that diversity! I am fortunate that photography now takes me all over the country creating portraits and images for families and brands!
FAQ’s
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While I live in Washington DC I often travel for sessions. Please don’t hesitate to contact me about a sessions outside of the DC area. I LOVE to travel and I am always up for an adventure. I charge a travel fee for sessions over 60 miles from home, but if I am able to book multiple sessions in your area the travel fee is waived.
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I am a natural light, modern, lifestyle photographer. While I will tell you how to pose and and give you direction,I do what it is called, “pose to decompose”, so I will pose you and then as the pose “falls apart” we will get some excellent real life moments.
I focus on love, light, peace, joy and combining those along with good light and colors to create portraits you will treasure forever.
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I always prefer to hold sessions outside in natural light, the best time of day it early AM or afternoon/evening 1-2 hours prior to sunset.
For newborns I always hold them at your home.
I do not have my own studio but there are times I will rent space for certain occasions / special sessions.
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My favorite time is the one month marker. Mom is comfortable at home and the baby looks a bit more like themselves and are awake.
However, If you would like the newborn look, “sleepy baby portrait” it should be in the first week of being home. I also do “Fresh 48” session at the hospital with the baby in the first 48 hours of their lives! More about my baby first year plan HERE.
I typically hold newborn sessions in the mornings around 9AM, when the baby is fresh and happiest!
