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Family, child, love, wedding, and senior / graduation photographer serving Williamsburg, Yorktown, Hampton Roads, and beyond.
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10/17/2026

Sweet little Lou caught and held this crab through her family photo so she could show it to me after a quick pose! I love capturing kiddos doing their things in their element! This pretty little beach in Kingsmill was the perfect spot.

10/01/2026

A little something extra to make your session feel even more magical.

Fresh-cut flowers are available as an optional basket add-on for your portrait session—beautifully styled to complement your family, your setting, and the season.

Think overflowing blooms, little hands gathering petals, a basket to carry through the garden, and those effortless in-between moments that make a gallery feel like a story.

It’s the smallest detail, but it can transform the feel of an entire session.

Available as an optional add-on when booking your session with April Heather Photography.

09/29/2026

A little more love is growing in this garden. 🤍

This session was especially meaningful as we celebrated Atlas turning ONE, with his curious little spirit leading the way through one of my favorite Colonial Williamsburg gardens along with the announcement that he will soon be a big brother!

Golden-hour light, tiny hands reaching for flowers, parents soaking in every moment, and the quiet anticipation of becoming a family of four.

Some seasons are too fleeting to simply remember. They deserve to be documented beautifully.

Congratulations, sweet family. Your next chapter is already so loved. 🤍

Colonial Williamsburg photographer
Hampton Roads family photographer
Williamsburg maternity photographer

09/25/2026

Some love stories are written in the stars and I could instantly tell this is one of them…

Kyle contacted me months ago to schedule his surprise beach proposal session in Jamestown and he went the extra mile (literally!) to make sure everything was perfect! His attention to detail to make this moment so special from spending hours beach hopping to find the best spot, to checking tide charts to ensure the jetty would be optimally exposed, to concern over ensuring the beach was free from trash, to selecting the most beautiful ring, to coordinating his outfit to match her dress was truly heartwarming. He was sure Grace would figure it out before reaching the beach, but we pulled off the surprise by pretending like I was photographing a (non-existent) bald eagle that she proceeded to look for :).

If this moment is any indication of the future, Grace and Kyle will have a long and happy marriage filled with lots of love, care, and surprises along the way. I couldn’t be more honored to have been asked to photograph the memories of such a special day for these two beautiful and sweet lovebirds! I wish them a wonderful engagement and a long and happy life together!

09/24/2026

Holiday minis in Colonial Williamsburg are now booking and will be my last mini offerings of 2026 (and possibly 2027- more on that later)! So if you’ve been waiting to sign up for a mini with me now’s your chance!

Sessions are 15 minutes each and will be held in the late afternoon in Colonial Williamsburg on November 11 (Veteran’s Day)! Children, families, couples, or ladies are all welcome! These are $199 and include 3 digital downloads. Extended families with more than 2 adults require extended family add-on described on my website. Within 3 weeks of the session, all the best edited images will be uploaded to an online gallery for you to review, choose your 3 favorites, and purchase any other digitals, prints, or holiday cards you would like (extra digitals are $15 each). Signed contract and full payment are required within 24 hours to hold your spot. Reschedule will be provided in case of rain. Snow is obviously not guaranteed or expected, but sure would be fun :).

Message me with your full name, email, phone number; and whether you want any optional add-ons described on my website and I’ll get you on the schedule! 🙂

Colonial Williamsburg family photographer
Colonial Williamsburg Christmas 2026
Williamsburg Christmas minis

09/04/2026

Christmas tree farm minis are booking now! I only have one date (November 14th) with 4 time slots available.

Sessions are 20 minutes each, include the venue use fee, 5 digital image downloads (with option to buy more), 20% off holiday cards, and will be held in late afternoons/evenings Millfarm in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Children, families, couples, or ladies are all welcome! These are $299 and include 5 digital downloads. Extended families with more than 2 adults require extended family add-on described on my website. Within 3 weeks of the session, all the best edited images will be uploaded to an online gallery for you to review, choose your 5 favorites, and purchase any other digitals, prints, or holiday cards you would like (extra digitals are $15 each). Signed contract and full payment are required to hold your spot. Reschedule will be provided in case of rain.

Message me with your full name, email, phone number; selected date/location; and whether you want any optional add-ons described on my website and I’ll get you on the schedule!

Colonial Williamsburg photographer
Christmas minis
Virginia Christmas tree farms

07/29/2026

Fall minis are now booking and might not last long!

This year I only have 3 dates/locations to choose from: Colonial Williamsburg Cottage Garden Minis (Thursday, October 1); Colonial Williamsburg Garden Minis (Wednesday, October 7); Jamestown Beach Minis (Wednesday, October 21). Sessions are 15 minutes each and will be held in late afternoons/evenings at select locations in Williamsburg. Children, families, couples, or ladies are all welcome! These are $199 and include 3 digital downloads. Extended families with more than 2 adults require extended family add-on described on my website. Within 3 weeks of the session, all the best edited images will be uploaded to an online gallery for you to review, choose your 3 favorites, and purchase any other digitals, prints, or holiday cards you would like (extra digitals are $15 each). Signed contract and full payment are required to hold your spot. Reschedule will be provided in case of rain.

Message me with your full name, email, phone number; selected date/location; and whether you want any optional add-ons described on my website and I’ll get you on the schedule! 🙂

07/01/2026

There’s something truly magical about summer evenings surrounded by blooming flowers and bathed in golden light.

If you’ve been hoping to visit Sweethaven Lavender Farm, this is your reminder that this is the final week the farm will be open to the public for the season, with July 4th being the last public day to wander the fields and soak in their beauty.

The good news? The magic doesn’t end there… I offer photography sessions at many breathtaking venues in Williamsburg throughout the year! Whether you’re celebrating motherhood, your family, an engagement, a milestone, or simply this beautiful season of life, I’d love to capture your story among the flowers. I can’t wait to create something beautiful with you. ❤

Photographer:
Published Williamsburg Photographer

Venue:
Sweethaven Lavender of Williamsburg, VA

06/29/2026

From first steps into school to the final walk across the stage, milestones have a quiet way of reminding us how quickly time moves—and how much it holds. It’s not too late to document this year’s kindergarten graduation season or the beginning of your senior year!

…Because every beginning, every ending, and every in-between is part of the story worth remembering. ❤

Congratulations, Sophie! :)

Williamsburg family photographer
Colonial Williamsburg Photographer
Senior and graduation photographer

06/18/2026

These images are just a few of the many incredible fathers and grandfathers I’ve had the privilege of photographing over the past year.

As I look through these moments, I’m reminded that what children need most isn’t perfection. They need presence. They need fathers who make them feel seen, protected, cherished, and worthy of their time. Fathers who listen, who guide with patience, who offer comfort when the world feels overwhelming, and who show up again and again in both the big milestones and the ordinary moments.

Children may not remember every gift they receive, but they will remember how safe they felt in your arms, how proud you were of them, how often you put down your phone to look them in the eyes, and how consistently you chose them.

To all the dads who lead with love, sacrifice, strength, gentleness, and intention—thank you. The impact you have on your children reaches far beyond what you can see today.

Happy Father’s Day to the fathers who understand that their children are one of life’s greatest gifts and treat them accordingly. ❤️

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https://aprilheatherphotography.mypixieset.com/

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