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Mel Z Worthington

Family Photographer

September 21, 2021September 21, 2021

Why choose documentary family photography?

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September 13, 2021

Ode to One

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July 15, 2021September 13, 2021

What Happens at Mamaw’s…

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June 17, 2021September 13, 2021

School’s Out

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June 3, 2021

Now Celebrating Seniors

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June 1, 2021

Baby #Too

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May 28, 2021June 4, 2021

An announcement

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May 21, 2021

Livin’ Out Loud

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May 6, 2021May 7, 2021

I see you

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Last night was back to school night and I love his Last night was back to school night and I love his teachers and his school. I just know this 6th grade year will be powerful. ⁣ ⁣ In a moment of deep gratitude this morning I was remembering just how not-great the last year of school was, how hard the isolation was for him emotionally, the toll it took on me as a mother and my own work as a professional. I found photos I took that are quietly beautiful but also a touch sad. What a very difficult time it was to be a kid, even a kid lucky enough to have this roof over his head, parents working from home and faithful animal companions.⁣ ⁣ Lets do whatever it takes to keep this healthier, integrated lifestyle going. We know its going to mean quarantining sometimes, extra jabs in arms and more thoughtful decisions about how and where to spend our personal time in order to keep our community safe. I just placed what feels like a bi-weekly order of cloth masks because… where do these things go if not the laundry? They seem to have found that same secret exit portal as the left socks and tupperware lids.⁣ ⁣ Whatever it takes….⁣ ⁣ #momdiaries #gratitude #COVID #distancelearning #documentyourdays #365photochallenge #documentaryphotographer #documentaryfamilyphotographer #getvaxxed #gettheshot #communitycare⁣ ⁣
Why choose documentary family photography? And wh Why choose documentary family photography? And who is Fudgy the Lice Cat? All your questions are about to be answered… 😆⁣ ⁣ I understand the popularity of lifestyle photography’s easy in-and-out mini session given our overflowing calendars. But I want to make the case for why you may consider inviting a friendly photographer 🙋🏼‍♀️ to the toddler’s next tea party or the next haircut...⁣ ⁣ This series begins with a story: to read more about what bed time means to us, check out today’s blog post! Just look for a flying cat, I’ll see you there. ⁣ ⁣ #dcfamilyphotographer #documentaryfamilyphotography #documentyourdays #letthekids #honestly_parents #realmemories #therealreal #novafamilyphotographer #northernvirginiafamily
Hey, look at me, out here mapping, planning and us Hey, look at me, out here mapping, planning and using metrics and shit!⁣ ⁣ I took a step back just to record this new leaf I’m turning over. I don’t exactly love strategic planning, we creative types rarely do. Acting on all of this will be critical so maybe this pic is more for accountability. ⁣ ⁣ But I’m also taking a moment to be proud of the brave person I’ve been this week, I have felt outside my own skin.⁣ ⁣ Running a business is not for comfort seekers or the faint of heart, that’s for sure. So 🙌🏻 to you, fellow builders, giving this world the gift of you! ⁣ ⁣ #photobusiness #photoglife #behindthescenes #dcfamilyphotographer #dmvfamilyphotographer #novafamilyphotographer #stretch #worksmarternotharder #nohustleallflow
NEW(ish) website alert!!!! ⁣ ⁣ I could really NEW(ish) website alert!!!! ⁣ ⁣ I could really use your feedback, leave no stone unturned! I have some questions, if I can be pretentious enough to ask …🙏🏻⁣ ⁣ 🔎 How do you feel about seeing the blog first? ⁣ ⁣ 🔎 Do you find lifestyle v. documentary options helpful or confusing? Do you feel like you understand what I’m offering?⁣ ⁣ 🔎 Are images loading quickly? Other glitches?⁣ ⁣ 🔎 Would you know how to book if you wanted to?⁣ ⁣ I genuinely welcome any critical feedback or editing you can throw at me. It’s not comfortable to ask for help… but this is how we grow, right? Thank you so much for taking a moment out of your day to take a 👀!!! ⁣ ⁣ And to every family that has allowed me to share their images and therefore their love, thank you the most. It helps me, of course, but it helps other families see themselves too. ❤️⁣ ⁣ #newwebsite #criticalfeedback #personalgrowth #businessgrowth #documentaryfamilyphotography #lifestylefamilyphotography #growthmindset #fairfaxfamilyphotographer #dmvfamilyphotographer #dcfamilyphotographer #documentyourdays⁣ ⁣
Did a lot of reflecting over the weekend, the anni Did a lot of reflecting over the weekend, the anniversary hit me hard. Between commitments and engagements I went into nature seeking peace and clarity.⁣ ⁣ Getting quiet is not the same as burying one’s head in the sand. It’s the opposite of ignoring injustice because it’s digging down beneath the noise of knee-jerk reactions and hearing my own voice.⁣ ⁣ Didn’t come up with the answers, I rarely do. I did come up with direction and knowing that I need more time just like this, with no intent towards profit or gain. Just experience, just being alive and connected to Source. This time will never be given, not to mothers for damn sure. It must be actively pursued and unapologetically protected.⁣ ⁣ What is your power practice? How or where do you hear yourself best? How do you heal?⁣ ⁣ 📷: @samiamiv⁣ ⁣ #powerpractice #beneaththesurface #selfcare #getoutside #documentyourdays #paddlepower #nofilter
The vibe from one of my favorite spots on this gia The vibe from one of my favorite spots on this giant, rotating rock. ⁣ ⁣ I don’t think I realized just how much I missed - how much I needed - time with good friends IRL. I laughed more than I have in a long time. I didn’t look at my phone once. My son fought tears when we got home, wishing we had stayed longer. Connection is strong. ⁣ ⁣ It was good, laying down on the pier and looking up into the night sky, laughing ourselves hysterical while counting satellites and shooting stars.⁣ ⁣ @stewartcwa and @darrylholmes73 , thank you for bringing us together to celebrate summer’s end all these years. ⁣ ⁣ Also, I think paddle boarding might become my new thing. ⁣ #northernneck #arbusdays #labordayweekend
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