Alexia Ballantine Photography

02/26/2026

I am so excited to share this beautiful DC maternity sessions on the blog today! Meredith and Dan were such troopers as we battled the most intense winds of my photography career - despite that, I am so thrilled with how their photos turned out and can't wait to shoot here again soon 🤍

Alexia Ballantine is an award-winning maternity, newborn, and family photographer serving the DC metro area, including MD and Northern VA.

01/28/2026

Today on the blog I am sharing a very special maternity session. The National Arboretum is one of my all time favorite locations and has now stopped accepting permits for photography. This was the last session that took place before federal layoffs prevented further photo sessions, and I feel so lucky that I was able to shoot at such a stunning location one more time.

This gorgeous mama borrowed a dress from the client closet and it turned out so perfect!! We had such a wonderful time and I was so happy with the photos!

Alexia Ballantine is an award-winning maternity, newborn, child, and family photographer serving DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

01/21/2026

Today on the blog I'm sharing a very special session - headshots I photographed for a sweet client of mine in the home studio

Alexia Ballantine is an award-winning maternity, newborn, and family photographer serving Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

01/14/2026

It's blogging season! Winter is notoriously a bit slower than other times of the year and I am so looking forward to catching up on sharing sessions I have loved over the last 6 months or so.

This one was very special. I'm often asked if pets can join in on sessions and my answer is a resounding "YES!" I had a blast capturing this sweet family! The hint of cherry blossoms in the background is making me so excited for the spring season to come 🌸

Alexia Ballantine Photography is an award-winning maternity, baby, and family photographer serving Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern VA.

01/02/2026

After a much needed break, I am back in the office and excited for all that 2026 will bring!

Emails and contracts will be going out today and I can't wait to connect with you all! Just a reminder, that newsletter subscribers hear about special sessions like spring minis first, which will be announced in the next couple of weeks 🌸🌷 You can sign up here: https://alexiaballantinephotography.com/

12/31/2025

2025 Recap 🤍 Thank you for all of the support that made this year the best yet for ABP!

11/09/2025

Hello, friends! The end of the year is quickly approaching and I have limited availability left for portrait sessions. With that said, I am opening up more mini sessions to help best serve you on days I have open. I also have a couple of options for full sessions available for easy online booking here too! 🤍

I happen to also have last minute availability for a mini TODAY in Potomac due to a cancellation. Please reach out if you are interested! Wardrobe access is at no additional cost to help out with this last minute session!

https://book.usesession.com/i/FZn9Wuuut

10/11/2025

Hello friends!

ABP has been nominated for a Sixx Cool Moms Community Approved Award! Voting is open daily until November 2nd and I would so appreciate your support! 🤍

09/16/2025

Mini session spots for a beautiful rose garden are still available for this Sunday! 🌹

https://book.usesession.com/s/E6dzEKkdS1

09/12/2025

Due to illness, I have a cancellation for a mini session slot in Rockville, MD on Sunday. Please comment or reach out if you are interested!

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09/09/2025

Rockville mini sessions are sold out for this weekend but I still have spots open for Arlington on the 21st at a beautiful garden! ❤️🌹

https://book.usesession.com/s/E6dzEKkdS1

08/19/2025

Hello friends!

If you wouldn't mind casting a vote for Alexia Ballantine Photography for the Best of Bethesda Best Photographer for Family Portraits award it would be so very appreciated! You have to register your email and vote in at least 5 categories for it to count