Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Lifestyle Photographer in Washington, DC
TCJ Design is a lifestyle and documentary photography studio specializing in capturing authentic moments for weddings, families, newborns, seniors, and headshots. Founded in 2016 and based in Calvert County, Maryland, we serve the Washington DC area, Annapolis, and Baltimore. Our approach blends candid storytelling with guided sessions to create timeless images that reflect genuine connections. With a background in teaching and photojournalism, owner Teresa brings organizational expertise and a keen eye for detail to every project.We prioritize client comfort, offering pre-session consultations, wardrobe styling assistance, and personalized guidance throughout the process. Our work has been praised for its ability to preserve emotional milestones and family legacies through high-quality, edited galleries and heirloom albums.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Newborn Sessions
Senior Portraits
Headshots
Engagement Sessions
Milestone Photography
Documentary Style
Album Design
Print Services
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Documentary-style photography capturing authentic moments since 2016
- Personalized pre-session consultations and wardrobe styling assistance
- Expertise in wedding coordination with timeline guidance and vendor recommendations
- Flexible session locations including homes, outdoor venues, and studios
- High-quality edited galleries with print release rights for all clients
What people say
Amazing photos
Smooth process
Professional guidance
Beautiful storytelling
Timely delivery
Services
Wedding Photography
Comprehensive wedding documentation with 6-9 hours of coverage, including engagement sessions and second photographers. Collections feature edited galleries, USB drives, and print options. Packages range from $3,000 to $4,500 with customizable add-ons like albums and extended coverage.
Family Portraits
Interactive family photography sessions lasting 60-75 minutes at client-chosen locations. Packages include wardrobe styling, edited galleries, and print rights. The Premier Collection at $700 offers full gallery access with minimum 40 images delivered within three weeks.
Newborn Sessions
In-home newborn photography with posed and lifestyle elements. The Premier Newborn Collection at $700 includes 90-120 minutes of coverage, props, and 50+ edited images. Fresh 48 hospital sessions available during summer months for $600.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior photography sessions combining candid and portrait styles. Collection One at $500 provides 60-75 minutes of coverage, styling assistance, and 40+ edited images with print release rights for professional or personal use.
Engagement Sessions
Complimentary engagement sessions included with wedding packages. Optional standalone sessions available at various locations, focusing on natural interactions and storytelling to create 200-300 edited images within eight weeks.
People
Teresa
Owner & Lead Photographer
Teresa is a documentary-style photographer with teaching experience since 1999. She specializes in capturing authentic moments for weddings and family milestones, combining educational organization skills with photojournalism expertise to create lasting visual stories.
Questions
Do you charge travel fees for sessions?
Travel fees apply for locations over 45 miles from Calvert County, Maryland. Contact for specific details.
How many photos will we receive from a wedding?
Wedding galleries typically include 800-1,200 edited images delivered within eight weeks via online gallery.
What happens if it rains during an outdoor session?
Sessions will be rescheduled with a backup date. Weather updates are confirmed 48 hours in advance.
How long does it take to receive photos after a session?
Family and senior sessions deliver galleries within three weeks. Wedding photos are delivered within eight weeks.
