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The Dog (and Cat) Days of Summer are returning soon!
July 25th-August 5th (select dates) we are holding our annual fundraiser for the Peninsula SPCA; for a session fee of $30 for one pet, $40 for two, or $50 for three pets you will get a short portrait session and one 5x7 portrait! The entire fee will be donated to the SPCA. No additional purchase is required but special pricing will be in place if you do want to buy something else. All species of pets are welcome! Sign up here: tinyurl.com/petportraitshampton #downtownhamptonv

Anne Companion
Jul 21 min read


Newborn photography FAQ
Taking a look at the most frequently asked questions I get as a newborn portrait photographer! When is the best time to do a newborn session? Ideally the newborn session takes place when your baby is 7-10 days old; they are still sleepy enough to stay calm through different poses and prop changes. When should we schedule their session with you? If you are reading this while you are still pregnant go ahead and get in touch with us! We’ll talk about your session and I’ll make

Anne Companion
Jun 222 min read


Graduation portraits for the Class of 2026!
High school and college graduations are upon us and here at Anne Companion Photography in Hampton Va we have options for everyone! If you would like studio portraits you can schedule a session for up to 5 people (including the grad) for up to 5 people (the graduating senior, plus 4 family members or friends) for $275+tax at tinyurl.com/studiocapgown And if an outdoor location for your graduation portraits is what you'd prefer that will be $359+tax for up to 5 people and can b

Anne Companion
May 121 min read


Say..."cheese?"
If you have been to my studio or worked with me before you know I am not a fan of "Say CHEESE!" to elicit smiles. Why? Well, for one reason, after 19 years of photographing children I'm just plain tired of hearing that shouted over my shoulder when I'm working. I know that parents just want great smiles from their kids! And believe me, I want that too; but part a photographer's job is connecting with their subjects, not just pushing a button. Whether I'm at my studio or at a

Anne Companion
Feb 111 min read


Choosing the right background for your portraits
These are from a session I did a few years ago in the Fall at a park here in Hampton; I started out by the lake because sometimes the water reflects the colors from the trees but on this particular day it was a bit windy and as you can see more than half of the background is just the whitish water. This lovely family looks great and they did like the portrait! But I knew I could do better with the background so we moved around and ended up in another location where the backgr

Anne Companion
Jan 211 min read


A magical visit with Santa awaits!
Bring your kids to see Santa at Anne Companion Photography, November 23rd, December 7th and December 14th! Children will get 10-15...

Anne Companion
Nov 19, 20241 min read


"Where should we do our portraits?" Portrait photography locations in Hampton Va
Trying to decide where to have your family portrait session? There's no shortage of locations in Hampton Roads! Of course there's always...

Anne Companion
Aug 26, 20242 min read


Newborn portraits in Hampton Va!
Starting off the New Year with a new baby? Bring him or her to newborn photographer Anne Companion at 112 Kings Way, Hampton Virginia! We...

Anne Companion
Jan 17, 20241 min read


Our 14th annual Halloween Portraits Food Drive is October 28th!
For a donation of $20 per child (cash or check for the donation) or $20 worth of food (per child) to the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank you...

Anne Companion
Oct 25, 20231 min read


Our 13th annual Halloween Portraits Food Drive is October 29th!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4babab29a57-halloween2 For a donation of $20 per child (cash or check for the donation) or $20 worth...

Anne Companion
Oct 5, 20221 min read


Senior portrait packages!
Greetings, rising seniors and their parents! Did you know you don't have to use the photographer that comes to the school for all of your...

Anne Companion
Jun 3, 20221 min read
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