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The Quirk Hotel in Richmond, VA, is probably one of the most photogenic hotels in the state. With its vaulted ceilings (I think? I’m no architect.) and large windows, the space fills with light. Not to mention the stylish decor and pops of color everywhere…  it’s easy to see why the Quirk photographs extremely well. […]

Let’s have a sleepover at the Quirk Hotel!

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Heading into your photo session with ZERO idea what to wear? GURL. Literally me. But for some reason when I’m not the one in front of the camera, I can pull together outfit ideas like it’s no big deal. And not only outfits: how about a photo session that’s outside the norm of person/couple + […]

Photo Session Outfit Inspo with Modcloth

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July is almost here and summer vacations are in full swing. Unfortunately, Adulting must take priority over our old summer schedule of eating ice pops and pool-hopping between friends’ houses. Ah, those were the days… It’s easy to lose focus during the hot summer months. But the tasks we avoid in July and August seem […]

Top Three Reasons to Update Your Headshots This Summer

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What do you think about when you imagine headshot sessions? Are you picturing a corporate-style white backdrop with eyes on the camera, slight smile, and business attire? Or do you imagine a couple of chest-up images with one hand on your hip and a slightly awkward smile? Babes! It doesn’t have to be this way! Take these […]

What’s in a headshot session, anyway?

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Brand photography. I toss this phrase around a lot on my website and in my social media. What falls under this umbrella term, you ask? Here are ten examples – with visuals, of course – to help you better understand what the hell I’m referring to. #themoreyouknow Traditional Headshots: Formal What most people think of when […]

Brand Photography Explained: What is it, and how will it benefit my business?

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Know what’s fun? Getting to be a model for 15 minutes while someone else takes your picture. I mean, awkward, yes, but fun nonetheless. Because when you’re done, you have a bunch of images that make you heart-eye emoji all over the place. I wanted some fun new shots for my website using confetti and […]

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That said, my bright-eyed dreams of being a California girl inspire my art from every angle. As a professional photographer I can't bring palm trees and warm sunsets to Virginia in January, but I can let those things play a role in my artwork.

I tend to favor a mix of pastel and bright colors reminiscent of southern California and the 1960s, wildflowers that might have been found in a hippie's flower crown, and lettering that has a little bit of flair to keep it whimsical.

Hi, I'm Alicia. 

In reality, I live hours from the ocean and my skin is pretty damn pale.

In my head, I'm a coastal girl with salty hair and sun-kissed skin.