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I'm Shelby! A Southern Maryland & Northern Virginia maternity newborn and family photographer, coffee addict, lover of old farmhouses, and obsessed with Post Malone. I'm so glad you've found me!

Family walking together during a fall photography session in Fredericksburg Virginia with Shelby McKimmie Photography

Fall has a way of reminding us just how quickly time is moving. One minute you’re taking your child’s first day of school pictures, and the next you’re wondering how they’ve gotten so tall. The little hands that once wrapped completely around your finger are growing, their personalities are changing, and the everyday moments you […]

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If you’re preparing for a Southern Maryland birth, chances are you’ve already fallen down the rabbit hole of advice. From well. meaning friends to late night Google searches, it can feel like everyone has something to say. The most powerful births happen when a mother feels informed, supported, and confident in her choices. So let’s […]

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A mom in black dress holding her newborn with her two older children during Virginia family photo session.

Choosing a family photographer can feel overwhelming. There are so many talented family photographers in Virginia, and at first glance, a lot of work can start to blur together. But family photos are personal. They’re not just about how things look. They’re about how they feel. The photographer you choose plays a bigger role in […]

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Mom and dad cuddling while holding little girl in red dress during family photos.

2025 Tree Farm Photos in Southern Maryland Whether you’ve done a tree farm session before or this will be your first time, 2025 is the perfect year to start (or continue) the tradition. These sessions aren’t just about getting a good photo—they’re about carving out a small piece of the season to be together, away […]

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