Alexia Ballantine Photography

09/07/2026

Hello friends! Today is the last day to vote for the Best of Bethesda! If you happen to have a moment to vote for ABP in the Best Family Photographer category, it would mean so much! 💕

08/19/2026

It's all about mini sessions on the blog today! ♥

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

08/18/2026

It's that time of year! Mini sessions are finally here! If you don't see a location (like NoVA) that you are interested in, please do let me know. I am trying to figure out if I should add a date or two based on interest

08/07/2026

Sharing Rebecca and John's gorgeous Navy Yard maternity session today! Such a gorgeous couple in a beautiful location that happens to be my old stomping grounds. I was so happy to have the opportunity to make it back for this lovely session ♥

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

08/06/2026

MODEL CALL!

- Pregnant mama (> 32 weeks), newborn girl, baby that can sit independently but not crawl (about 7-9 months), or one year old girl

- This Sunday in Alexandria, VA

- Free photos in exchange for your time. Must sign a model release and be open to styling guidance.

07/01/2026

Hello friends! I am honored to have been nominated for best newborn photographer and best family photographer by Washington Parent! If you wouldn't mind sparing a second to vote for me, I would so appreciate it! You can vote once a day in the month of July

The finalists are in! Vote for your favorite DC area camps, schools, restaurants, and family services. Washington Parent Picks 2026 voting is open July 1 through July 31.

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.