offerings

their true worth will grow with time

I’m devoted to the fleeting early years and to helping you preserve your baby’s story from the very beginning. I offer studio newborn sessions that feel calm, simple, and timeless, milestone sessions that celebrate each season of growth, and fine art heirloom portraits that become treasured pieces for generations.

I’ve curated each session experience to beautifully document your family from birth through the early years.

My hope is that you rest in the joy of knowing you've preserved their childhood beautifully.

FINE ART STUDIO

heirloom
portraits

I specialize in fine art portrait photography, capturing your little one’s personality in a way that feels timeless and true. Families travel from all over Virginia for their heirloom portrait sittings, and it’s an honor I never take lightly. These portraits are part of a long-loved Southern tradition—artwork meant to adorn your walls for generations to come.

I take great pride in creating portraits that are both artistically beautiful and technically exceptional, preserving the sweetness of childhood in a way that will be cherished for a lifetime.

Gentle newborn session in Virginia Beach with baby resting peacefully during a baby-led photoshoot.
Timeless newborn portrait featuring baby-led posing in natural light by Virginia Beach photographer Dreama Spence

TIMELESS STUDIO PORTRAITS

NEWBORNS

The journey to bringing home your baby is my favorite story to photograph. From pregnancy to those first tender weeks, I offer timeless, baby-led studio sessions that honor this fleeting season in a natural and authentic way.

My portrait experience is designed for mothers who want to simply show up and be cared for. With wardrobe styling, professional hair and makeup, custom framing, every detail is thoughtfully handled so you can focus on what matters most—your family.

Gentle newborn session in Virginia Beach with baby resting peacefully during a baby-led photoshoot.
Timeless newborn portrait featuring baby-led posing in natural light by Virginia Beach photographer Dreama Spence

the DETAILS that mean everything

MILESTONES

These studio sessions are designed to help you savor the tiny details that make your baby uniquely them. With a simple, distraction-free approach, the result is timeless, heartfelt images that stand beautifully on their own.

Perfect for babies three months to one year, these shorter baby-only sessions focus on the pure, fleeting details of your little one’s early days — ideal for families looking for meaningful portraits without the full-service experience.

Virginia Beach photographer capturing classic baby milestone portrait of child sitting in studio.

Baby's First Year Collective

Step into a year-long portrait journey crafted with intention. Think of it as your baby’s personal storybook, from maternity to first birthday, captured in beautifully curated moments.

What’s included

  • Your choice of 3-4 milestone sessions (newborn, sitter, first birthday, Heirloom or optional maternity)

  • Styling and wardrobe coordination for your whole family

  • Full editing, image curation, and custom artwork design

  • 15% savings on all digitals and wall art at your ordering appointments.

Collective Fee: $750

Whether you’re looking for a one-time session or a year’s worth of memories, there’s a way to work that feels just right for you.

THE DSP EXPERIENCE

full service

A Signature Session is a relaxed, meaningful experience designed to celebrate one chapter of your family’s story. These one-time sessions may take place in my studio or on location and are perfect for maternity, newborn, milestone, first birthday, heirloom portrait, or family portraits.

What’s included

  • Professional hair and makeup for studio sessions

  • Styling and wardrobe suggestions for your whole family

  • Full editing, image curation, and custom artwork design

Session Fee: $375

Whether you’re welcoming your baby home, marking a milestone, or updating your family portrait, each session is crafted to feel effortless and heartfelt from beginning to end.

Norfolk Newborn photographer specializing in classic portraits of parents with their newborn baby.
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