An outdoor family photographer for loving, laid-back families in Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland

family during golden hour light at a photoshoot in northern Virginia

customized photography sessions, joyfully nostalgic art

The pure sweetness in a child holding their newborn sibling.

The genuine joy in little feet crunching fall leaves.

If only we had more time to take a breath, to notice, to feel.

Hi, I’m Purvee. I’m a lifestyle photographer and owner of The Little Photo Den.  

I’d be honored to give you the time and space to enjoy your uniquely beautiful loved ones.

I create art by documenting families and their children authentically - their personalities, quirks, connections, and love - so that they can forever look back at their photos with joyful nostalgia. 

With my unique background in elementary teaching and lifestyle photography, your whole family can enjoy customized experiences where you can be yourselves and have fun together. 

Gorgeous scenery and natural lighting allow me to capture the authenticity and emotion within each shared moment. 

I humbly look forward to tagging along with your loving family all over Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., or Maryland, with my camera in hand.

Photography sessions personalized for the enjoyment of your family!

Whether you’re eagerly anticipating parenthood, in the midst of head-strong toddler life, or preparing for an empty nest - enjoy lifestyle photography sessions tailored to your unique and ever-changing loved ones. 

Visit historic sites, explore botanical gardens, or get cozy in your new nursery, 

Together we’ll create an authentic experience that matches your family’s interests, personalities, and overall goals.

  • family having fun in Northern Virginia, taken by outdoor family photographer

    FAMILY

    Pause and have some fun with your family, with easy portrait sessions that you’ll all enjoy.

  • pregnant mom and new dad, taken by outdoor family photographer in Northern Virginia

    MATERNITY

    Savor the wonder and unbelievable connection of pregnancy, with intimate maternity photo sessions.

  • newborn baby with mom and dad indoors, taken by outdoor family photographer in Northern Virginia

    NEWBORN

    Enjoy the indescribable love of being a new parent, with relaxing newborn photos taken in your home.

  • high senior photo session in Loudoun county

    HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

    Reminisce in the memories of this exciting time of your high school senior before they venture out into the world.

  • pre-school child portrait taken by outdoor family photographer in Northern Virginia

    FINE ART KIDS

    Bottle up those special little personalities with authentic school photos that children will enjoy taking and parents will adore.

What Clients in the DMV are saying…

  • "I loved working with Purvee to capture my family photos. She suggested a great outdoor venue that provided a beautiful backdrop, as well as a space for us to interact naturally with our 4-year old. I was not expecting my son to last the entire session, but Purvee’s warm and relaxed approach made us feel like it was just a ‘day in the park’. She captured great candid shots and a few posed photos as well. Purvee is a gifted artist and easy to work with; I recommend her whole-heartedly."

    -Carolyn Hurley

  • "Purvee made my whole family feel so comfortable during our photo shoot. She had some great spots and poses in mind for the shoot, but she easily adapted her shots to whatever was going on with our children. She always had her camera ready, which allowed her to catch some adorable candids. This not only allowed for a very enjoyable photo shoot, it captured personalities of our family- like my adventurous, curious daughter climbing rocks and admiring ducks on the pond. The photo shoot never felt rushed, and always felt natural, which made for incredible photos-- both posed and candid. What I had anticipated to be a photoshoot for a Christmas card, ended up as a lovely, memorable family experience at Green Spring Gardens... and it shows in the photos! Thanks, Purvee, for your gentle patience and your beautiful photography!”

    -Laura McGeehan

  • "Purvee is professional, responsive, and flexible. She has a creative eye and utilizes the natural light at unique locations to capture beautiful photos."

    -Kelli Soskey

  • "I cannot express how grateful we are to have these photos; her guided poses, subtle yet polished editing, and creativity produced such a natural and authentic feel to them...something we would’ve never been able to do without her. I’ll cherish these photos forever!!"

    -Christine Toth

  • What a wonderful experience we had! Purvee made us feel so comfortable and at ease. She really did her homework before the session and learned what would make my children smile and what type of shots we would like to have. Purvee has an eye for catching the best shots and making a photo session feel like a joyful everyday family outing. I highly recommend her.

    Michelle Brenner

  • "Literally all day parents were messaging me that they will be reaching out to you to schedule family portraits. They loved the pictures and were so excited about them. Thank you again, these pictures captured the personality of the children and everyone was so happy. I will definitely be scheduling photos for Spring.”

    -LaShawn Peyton, administrator at Heaven’s Best Montessori

  • "She is truly a unique talent and I am so pleased with our experience with The Little Photo Den! I would recommend her over and over again!"

    -Kathy Preede

  • "Purvee has a keen eye and a gentle spirit. She has a thoughtful approach to capture the essence of her portrait subjects. The composition and quality of the photos is outstanding. I highly recommend her!"

    -Jen Landis

  • “These are stunning! Thank you for capturing our goofy family dynamic so perfectly.”

    -Nicole Walker

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