How to Get Natural & Candid Engagement Photos (Without Feeling Awkward)

Natural & Candid Engagement Photos So, you booked an engagement session (or you’re thinking about it), and now you’re wondering, “How do I get natural & candid engagement photos when I feel awkward in front of the camera?” Spoiler: You don’t need to “know your angles,” practice your “soft smile” or be professional models to get […]

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Engagement Session Tips to Prepare for Your Photo Shoot

Engagement Session Tips You’ve booked a photo shoot—yay🎉—and now you need some engagement session tips! If you’re wondering what to wear, how to choose a location, and how to make sure you don’t feel awkward in front of the camera – don’t worry, I’ve got you!. This roundup of engagement sessions tips comes from the […]

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St. Pete Beach Family Photos at Vistas on the Gulf

St. Pete Beach Photos at Vistas on the Gulf This family session was everything I love about taking St. Pete Beach photos—color, connection, movement, and light that feels like magic. This sweet crew has been vacationing at St. Pete Beach for nearly a decade. When their in-laws came to visit, they knew it was the […]

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Family Photos on the Beach | Fun + Easy Extended Family Sessions

Hilton Head Family Photos on the Beach I may be based in St. Pete, Florida, but throughout the year I still visit the Lowcountry and get to take Hilton Head family photos! This extended family photo session was full of everything I love most—warm light, playful connections, and generations of love all gathered together in […]

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Wedding Day Tips for Brides: A Photographer’s Guide

  Wedding Day Tips for Brides Your wedding day is going to be filled with joyful, emotional, unforgettable moments—some planned, some spontaneous—and a little thoughtful preparation can help it all unfold smoothly. While this guide is written from a seasoned wedding photographer’s perspective, these wedding day tips for brides go far beyond just photos. Whether you’re […]

Wedding Day Tips for Brides

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St. Pete Graduation Portraits at the Pier

Why I Love Doing St. Pete Graduation Portraits at the Pier The St. Pete Pier is one of my favorite locations for St. Pete graduation portraits. It offers a little bit of everything—city views, palm-lined walkways, open water, and clean architectural lines. Plus, when you book a session early in the morning, the pier feels […]

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Tybee Family Photo Shoot on McQueen’s Island Trail

Some families just feel like old friends, and this one is definitely one of them. I’ve been photographing this sweet family since their firstborn was barely standing, and now—years later—they have three kids! Watching families grow and capturing their milestones over the years is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do, and […]

Tybee Family Photo Shoot

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Victoria + Josh | Micro Wedding at Whitefield Square in Savannah, GA

Savannah Micro Wedding at Whitefield Square Victoria and Josh, an Atlanta-based couple who met online during college, chose to celebrate their love with a Savannah micro wedding at the charming Whitefield Square. Their story is a modern fairy tale—what started as a simple dating app match blossomed into a beautiful life together. It was such […]

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Lisa + Eric’s Sunset Beach Elopement in Treasure Island

If you’re planning a Sunset Beach elopement in St. Pete, Lisa + Eric’s elopement has so much inspiration! This Alabama couple eloped on Treasure Island’s Sunset Beach because they loved its magical views and quiet vibe. They said their vows under the golden sun, and then took couples portraits as the sun dipped below the […]

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St. Pete Couples Photo Shoot: The Process Start to Finish

Your St. Pete Couples Photo Shoot Wondering what it’s like to work with me for a St. Pete couples photo shoot? Whether you’re engaged, celebrating an anniversary, expecting a baby, or want some photos “just because” – here’s what to expect before, during and after your shoot: Before Your Shoot We plan the perfect location […]

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