Business Details
10 Years
experience
Lifestyle & Documentary Photographer in Washington DC
TCJ Design is a lifestyle and documentary photography studio founded in 2016 by Teresa, a dedicated photographer and high school English teacher based in the Washington DC area. With a background in photojournalism and over two decades of teaching experience, Teresa combines her passion for storytelling with a keen eye for authentic moments. The studio specializes in capturing weddings, family portraits, newborn sessions, senior portraits, and engagement photography, emphasizing natural connections and emotional depth. Teresas approach is deeply personal, drawing from her own experiences as a mother of three and her commitment to preserving meaningful life milestones.The studios philosophy centers on creating timeless, joyful imagery that reflects the unique narratives of its clients, offering tailored services such as pre-session consultations, wardrobe styling, and custom print options. TCJ Design serves the Washington DC area, Annapolis, Baltimore, and Northern Virginia, with travel fees applicable beyond 60 miles from Washington DC.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Newborn Sessions
Senior Portraits
Engagement Photography
Documentary Style
Lifestyle Photography
Portrait Sessions
Milestone Events
Photojournalism
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of teaching and photography experience with a focus on storytelling.
- Our sessions include personalized pre-session consultations and wardrobe styling assistance.
- We specialize in documentary-style photography that captures genuine emotional connections.
- We provide tailored print and album options for lasting family heirlooms.
- Our flexible scheduling accommodates milestone sessions like newborns and seniors.
What people say
Amazing photos
Perfectly captured
Exceptional patience
Timeless quality
Genuine emotions
Services
Wedding Photography
TCJ Design offers comprehensive wedding photography with documentary and lifestyle approaches. Services include 6-9 hours of coverage, engagement sessions, second photographers, and custom USB drives with edited images. Collections range from $3,000 to $4,500, with optional albums and prints available. The studio prioritizes capturing authentic moments and emotional connections throughout the wedding day.
Family Portraits
Lifestyle family photography sessions focus on authentic interactions and milestones. Options include 30-minute petite sessions ($375) to 75-minute premier sessions ($700) with full image galleries. The studio provides pre-session styling guidance and offers location flexibility, emphasizing natural light and candid moments while accommodating extended families and special requests.
Newborn Sessions
In-home newborn photography packages include posed and lifestyle shots with access to props and styling guides. The essential collection ($575) offers 35 images, while the premier package ($700) includes all edited images. Sessions last 1.5-2 hours, focusing on capturing developmental details and family bonding moments with safety as a priority.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions combine candid and posed shots at client-chosen locations. Packages range from $275 for 30-minute sessions to $500 for full galleries, including wardrobe styling assistance. The studio emphasizes capturing individual personalities and milestone achievements through both urban and natural backdrops.
Engagement Photography
Engagement sessions document couples' unique stories at significant locations. Complimentary with wedding bookings, standalone sessions cost $300. The studio offers location guidance and timing flexibility, focusing on natural interactions to create images suitable for save-the-dates or wedding decor while helping couples acclimate to being photographed.
People
Teresa
Owner & Lead Photographer
Teresa is a Washington DC-based documentary photographer and high school English teacher with over 20 years of educational experience. She founded TCJ Design in 2016, specializing in lifestyle photography that captures authentic family moments and life milestones. Her teaching background informs her patient, client-focused approach to sessions.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
TCJ Design offers wedding photography, family portraits, newborn sessions, senior portraits, and engagement photography with documentary and lifestyle approaches.
How far in advance should sessions be booked?
Weddings book up to a year in advance, while portrait sessions should be reserved 3-6 months ahead, especially during peak seasons.
Do you travel for sessions?
Travel fees apply for locations beyond 60 miles from Washington DC, with details available upon request.
What's included in wedding packages?
Packages include 6-9 hours coverage, engagement sessions, online galleries, and print rights, with optional albums and prints available.
How are photos delivered?
All sessions provide online galleries with download links, typically delivered within three weeks for portraits and eight weeks for weddings.
Do you offer print products?
Yes, custom albums, canvases, and prints are available through our online gallery store with print credits included in select packages.
