Couple embracing on the beach at sunset during a romantic couples portrait session

About Yvonne

Timeless Photography.
Beautifully Crafted Memories.

Get to know Yvonne, the photographer behind Photography by Yvonne. Based in the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania, VA area, I create timeless individual, couple, and senior portraits; family; and event photography with a relaxed, personal approach that helps every session feel natural and meaningful. 

Photographer Yvonne Athanasaw with her Canon camera, reflected in a curved mirror

Meet the Photographer

Hello, I'm Yvonne Athanasaw.

I am the photographer behind Photography by Yvonne, proudly serving Fredericksburg, Northern Virginia, Central Virginia, and the surrounding communities.

Photography has always been about more than creating beautiful images. It's about preserving the moments that become part of your family's legacy. From our first conversation through the final delivery of your carefully curated gallery, every detail is guided with professionalism, care, and a genuine commitment to providing an exceptional experience.

My greatest joy is creating photographs that don't simply capture how life looked—but how it felt.

Because your moments deserve more than a photograph.

They deserve to become timeless.

Smiling woman in a straw sun hat and striped sundress by the water during an outdoor individual portrait session
Couple holding hands on a wooden bench by the lake during an outdoor couples portrait session
Red-haired violinist playing in front of a mirror during a creative individual portrait session
Family of five with a baby on a sandy lakeside beach during a relaxed family photo session
Graduate in a blue cap and gown in front of blooming flowers during a senior portrait session

What I Photograph

Photography for every chapter of your story.

Portraits

Every portrait tells a personal story. Whether you’re celebrating yourself, your relationship, or a milestone, I’ll help you feel at ease and create timeless images that reflect who you are

Individual

Your portrait session is a celebration of you. Together, we'll create elegant, authentic images that showcase your personality, confidence, and individuality.

Couples

Whether you're celebrating an engagement, anniversary, or simply this chapter of your journey together, your session is designed to capture the genuine connection, affection, and quiet moments that make your relationship uniquely yours.

High School Seniors

Your senior year is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone. Together, we'll create a personalized session that celebrates your accomplishments, reflects your personality, and captures the excitement of what's ahead with timeless portraits you'll treasure for years to come.

Families

The most cherished family photographs come from real moments—shared laughter, warm embraces, and genuine connection. My family sessions are relaxed and engaging, allowing children to explore, play, and even become my little assistants. The result is a collection of heartfelt images that beautifully tell your family's story.

Events

Life's most memorable celebrations deserve to be preserved with care and artistry. From graduations and anniversaries to corporate events, sporting competitions, veterans' celebrations, birthdays, holiday gatherings, antique car shows, and other special occasions, I'll document the moments both grand and intimate, allowing you to relive them for years to come.

Ready when you are

Let’s Make Your Memories Timeless.

Whether you’re planning a portrait session, celebrating with the people you love, or marking a meaningful milestone, Yvonne would be honored to help you preserve it beautifully.