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I photographed and edited my own feminine session.
Southeastern, VA womanhood, motherhood, and fertility journey photographer I captured and edited my own self-portraits, and I needed it now more than ever. But in order to explain why, I must take you back to when I conceived the idea of Fertile Hope Photography. I had endured a tumultuous year of fertility struggles, medical appointments, military spouse deployments, quitting my dream job, and perpetual sick dog vet visits. As much of a hurricane that list was to read, that'
Brooke Smith
5 days ago4 min read


Family Christmas Card Photo Special
Family Session Photographed in Carolanne Farms Neighborhood Park in Virginia Beach, VA This is a photography special unlike any other...
Brooke Smith
Oct 71 min read


The ONE thing you need for your lifestyle newborn session
At home lifestyle newborn session in Virginia Beach, VA We all remember those photographs in the pediatrician’s office—you know, the ones...
Brooke Smith
Sep 103 min read


What makes a “boutique” photography experience?
Feminine Session Captured at Pleasure House Point This isn’t shoe shopping, is it? Boutique is a word that doesn’t seem to belong next to...
Brooke Smith
Aug 92 min read


Infertility inspires a photographer to capture hope
I hate the word “infertility,” so this is the last time you’ll read it here. I believe in speaking hope into myself and into others. I...
Brooke Smith
Jul 103 min read


Surprise baby meets surprise proposal
When Sean contacted me about photographing his surprise proposal at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, I don’t think he anticipated my...
Brooke Smith
Jun 223 min read


Maternity session at the beach ends with a soaked photographer
“You’d do anything for pictures!” she said as I dipped my bum into the water with my waterproof pants submerged knee-deep (I don’t think...
Brooke Smith
Jun 72 min read
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