Heir&Light is a Family

storytelling branch

by Maria DeForrest

  • A mother and father gaze at each other along the coast as their two young sons run in circles around them, captured in motion blur.

    An approach to family photography rooted in connection, movement, and the beauty of being together.

    The Experience
  • A father watches his one-year-old daughter take her first steps along the water's edge at the beach.

    A thoughtful guide to preparing for your session, from what to wear to finding the most beautiful light.

    The Preparation
  • A mother wearing gold jewelry smiles softly as she cradles her newborn baby in her arms.

    From the quiet intimacy of the newborn days to the remarkable changes of the first year, a story worth remembering.

    The First Year
  • Black-and-white photograph of a family of four near the dunes, with the parents kissing above one child's head as the children look into each other's eyes.

    A collection of honest, artful moments that reflect the people, relationships, and stories that make each family their own.

    Family Stories
  • A family of five at the beach, with a father tossing a child into the air, a mother holding their newborn, and an older sister looking at the camera.

    For families gathering along the Delaware coast, photographs shaped by the sea, the light, and the moments shared together.

    Along the Coast
  • Grandparents, their two daughters and sons-in-law, and their first grandchild walking together along the coastline at sunset.

    Photographs that bring generations together, preserving the connections and family history that grow more meaningful with time.

    Generations