who is behind the lens?

what matters most to me

Hello, I’m Andria, and this is what matters most to me, my family. We recently relocated from Louisiana to Forest, Virginia, and we love living in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. We’ve quickly fallen in love with this picturesque area and look forward to cultivating relationships within our community.
I’m a professional photographer with a passion for capturing special moments in people’s lives. My journey into photography began at age of 8, when my grandmother gifted me my first camera. Since then, I’ve been documenting every moment. Over my 16 years as a professional photographer, I’ve had the privilege of preserving every facet of life, proposals, weddings, births, newborns, children, families, and more. I am passionate about people and love documenting “what matters most” to families like yours.
In the past 9 years, I’ve found my true calling in the seemingly contrasting realms of newborn and real estate photography. I hold a deep appreciation for both the beauty of new life and the restoration of historic buildings. My husband and I are proud owners of a historical property, which we’ve restored and now utilize as an mid term rental property. We have always loved historical homes.
Beyond my photography work, I believe in the importance of giving back to the community. I am the Co-Founder & Development Director of “Fostering Community,” an organization with a mission to improve the lives of children impacted by foster care through advocacy, resources, and support. I’ve also dedicated my time to volunteering with organizations like The Louisiana Heart Gallery, Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, The Food Bank, and many more.

I feel incredibly blessed to be able to have my dream job. I love getting to meet new people and document memories that they will treasure for a lifetime

Andria Fontenot