Miranda Clayton Photography
Dreamy, natural, artistic portraits.
Miranda Clayton is an RVA-based photographer who creates dreamy, natural, artistic portraits that feel personal, timeless, and authentic. Her personable, guided approach creates sessions that feel stress-free, unforced, and uplifting. Grounded in fine art and art education, and shaped by years of experience working with people of all ages, her work is rooted in connection, trust, and thoughtful storytelling.
Services
From high school seniors and college grads to family portraits, couples, and professional headshots, Miranda Clayton Photography offers portrait experiences for life's most meaningful moments. Each session is rooted in the same dreamy, natural, artistic approach — guided, relaxed, and tailored to who you are and what you want to remember. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, capturing your family as it is right now, documenting a love story, or building your professional presence, Miranda brings the same personable, unhurried approach to every session. Custom sessions are also available by request — just reach out and we'll make it work.
About Me
My name is Miranda Clayton.
I’m an RVA-based portrait photographer creating dreamy, natural, artistic images with a focus on connection, comfort, and storytelling that feels genuine.
I’m a former high school art teacher turned full-time portrait photographer, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art with an emphasis in Painting and Digital Photography, and a Master’s in Art Education. I fell in love with photography back in 2008 during my first film photography class and launched my photography business in 2024. That background shapes everything I do — from how I see light and composition to how I guide people through sessions in a way that feels relaxed, encouraging, and fun.
When I’m not behind the camera (or a computer screen), I’m a mother of two, a wife, and a pet parent to a small zoo. I grew up in Orlando, spent a few years living in Vail, and have called the RVA area home since 2017. I love concerts, karaoke nights, hiking in the mountains, and enjoying a favorite local brewery.
