Celebrate
The People you
Love most.
The moments you’ll treasure most are rarely the perfectly posed ones.
They’re the real smiles, joyful movement, and little moments that tell your story best.
At Angela Vaughns Photography, we create joyful, personality-filled portraits that celebrate connection, individuality, and the people you love most.
I’m a DMV portrait photographer creating joyful portraits that celebrate families and children exactly as they are.
Whether I’m photographing your whole family, welcoming a brand-new baby, or putting one amazing kid in the spotlight, my goal is always the same: to create a relaxed experience where real personalities, genuine connection, and all the little moments in between can shine.
Behind the scenes, my husband and Studio Manager, Ishmael, helps make every experience seamless and welcoming from start to finish. Together, we want you to walk away with more than beautiful photographs—we want you to have an experience you genuinely enjoyed and portraits you'll love for years to come.
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Kind words from our families
“Forget 5 stars, Angela and Ish deserve the galaxy! My maternity session was an incredible experience. I felt beautiful, confident, and genuinely happy the entire time, and it truly shows in the images. These are memories I’ll treasure forever.”
Eve
“After our last baby was born, I knew I wanted family pictures. Angela and Ish made the entire process feel easy; the session was super fun, and our wall art turned out even more beautiful than I imagined. Angela and Ish are phenomenal!”
Nicole & Chris
“Angela and Ish are amazing! Angela captured our family so beautifully, and I smile every time I look through our album. The kids adored Ish, and the entire experience was joyful and effortless from beginning to end. They are truly a dream team!”
Khrystine & Michael
Let’s Create Something Meaningful
Angela Vaughns Photography creates joyful, personality-driven portraits for families and children of all ages throughout Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia.
Sessions take place in-home, in the studio, or at select locations throughout the DMV, depending on the portrait experience you choose.
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Angela Vaughns Photography | DMV Portrait Photographer
Relaxed, authentic portrait experiences for families, children, teens, and seniors throughout Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia.
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Portraits, connection, behind-the-scenes moments, and a little real life mixed in.