A family shares an intimate moment together outside their home on a sunny day, embracing and smiling with joy.

NORTHERN VIRGINIA Photographer

HONEST & SOULFUL PHOTOGRAPHY


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HELLO, I AM RITA

Northern virginia FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY FOR THose WHO APPRECIATE LIFE, ART, AND CONNECTION.


It has always been in my heart to capture the small details around me, that is why I have loved having a camera with me since I can remember.


Families are my inspiration. I love to tell stories through photographs, a passion that comes from a deep place of nostalgia for the past. I am here to celebrate the genuine details of life and the connection you share with the people you love in an artful way.


I aim to create  imagery that will become part of your most important memories. Soulful photographs, you can feel and that show the honesty of the simple days.


Life is made of authentic details that must be felt, seen, and valued in honest ways. Reasons to have photographs of the joy and chaos that surround your family today.


My experiences have shaped the way I feel and capture the world in a more intentional way. I’m inspired to discover your family through this unique lens. Connecting with you to create a unique experience that reveals your family in ways you’ve never imagined.


SERVING NORTHERN VIRGINIA families


"your family artfulLy documented"


Rita Ambrosi northern virginia Family photographer

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CELEBRATE THE GENUINE DETAILS, THE CONNECTION in the unscripted moments. UNIQUE PHOTOGRAPHY THAT WILL MAKE YOU FEEL THESE MOMENTS FOREVER.

“Rita is so talented! Our photos turned out incredible. She is so kind and patient— we will cherish these pictures for years to come and hope to use her again as our family grows!”

FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY IN Northern Virginia


FOR THE families WHO want to enjoy THE BEAUTY OF a simple anD easy experience


Remember when family photo session day was no fun? Just a stressful experience and a "must do" in your holiday calendar? I am here to give you the opposite of that. Through my lifestyle approach, you and your family will have an easy and enjoyable experience, just doing the things you love and creating a space where we are intentional, enjoying the joyful moments, slowing down to capture parenthood authentically, and remembering the beauty of the simple rhythms of a slower season.

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Two figures photographed from below against bright sky in casual attire share a light-hearted moment together.
Take a look at my work with families
Children wearing floral patterned shirts lay together smiling at the camera from above.
Two children at an upright piano with one in a ballet leotard standing while the other sits at the bench.
A heartfelt black and white double exposure photograph showing intimate interaction between parent and child through glass.
A loving family shares joyful embraces and laughter together in warm sunlit outdoor setting.
A warm family moment in a modern living room with an easel and books visible in the background.
Two people in denim lying on the floor laughing and playing together in a candid joyful moment.
A playful family scene with everyone laughing and being silly together on the floor in a bright room.

“I cannot recommend Rita enough. She recently took my daughter’s senior photos at a music venue that is near and dear to our hearts. My daughter had a very specific vision and, boy, did Rita nail it on execution. She has such a fun, infectious personality and she’s determined to get the best shots. We are so happy and will definitely work with her again!”

A heartwarming moment between two people wearing cream-colored ruffled dresses sharing laughter and embraces.

AN EXPERIENCE WHERE YOU WILL EMBRACE THE UNEXPECTED

Life is an adventure, one that I want you to remember forever, capturing the vulnerable and raw moments, embracing them as they happen, with their chaos and joy.


The beauty and love in the unexpected.


UNIQUE FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY in northern virginia

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