ERIN THOMPSON

This is the place where my passions for family, military life, photography, and teaching all come together. You'll find business tips and resources for military spouse photographers, as well as a glimpse of my professional work and personal life. I'm thrilled that you're here!

blog!

WELCOME TO THE

This is the place where my passions for family, military life, photography, and teaching all come together. You'll find business tips and resources for military spouse photographers, as well as a glimpse of my professional work and personal life. I'm thrilled that you're here!

blog!

WELCOME TO THE

I’ve yet to find a spot with magnolia trees that is more beautiful than Enid A Haupt Garden! Such an epic backdrop for spring family photos!

Enid Haupt Garden | The Bourgeois Family

Family Session

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These spring family photos with the Taylors is one of my favorite sessions to date! I’ve never seen anything as magical as these magnolias!

Spring Family Photos | Smithsonian Castle | The Taylor Family

Family Session

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Are you a military spouse photographer moving to the US Naval War College? This Newport, RI photography spotlight is for you!

Newport, RI Photography Spotlight with Sarah Peterson Photography

Location Guides

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Are you a military spouse photographer moving to the DC area? This Northern Virginia photography spotlight is for you!

Northern Virginia Photography Spotlight with Erin Thompson Photography

Location Guides

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As a Virginia newborn photographer, I love capturing the joyful chaos that is life with littles! The Saffar family’s session was no exception!

Virginia Newborn Photographer | The Saffar Family

Lifestyle Newborn

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An extended family photography session was a must while the Huangs were celebrating a 100th birthday, engagement and Chinese New Year!

Extended Family Photography | The Huang Family

Family Session

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more about me

I've been navigating military life with my family since 2008. In that time, I went from a full-time classroom teacher to an online course designer to a photographer. Actually, I still teach a little math on the side because I just love it too much!

Through it all, I've discovered how passionate I am about connecting with military families. Whether it's taking photos at a retirement ceremony, coaching a fellow milspouse photographer, or just grabbing coffee with a new squadron friend, I love this community. And as a teacher at heart, I'm excited to use this space to share what I've learned about business and life with you.

I'M ERIN.

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