Extended family portraits are just the best to be part of as a photographer. I love being able to deliver both traditional portraits and more relaxed moments that fit each individual family unit’s personality as well. This large family photo session at John Chesnut Sr Park was a casual and pretty backdrop for this vacationing family to Tampa Bay.

Urban family photo session, yes please. The biggest hit this fall and first location snatched up off the schedule right away. This lovely family has been coming back to me for ten years. I think this was one of my favorite sessions of theirs yet. They fit perfectly in this urban setting. Oh, and if you you are looking for a cool urban photo shoot next year, the flowers that bloom in the spring really make the riverwalk come alive more, too. It is a great spot for high school senior sessions or fun family photo sessions any time of year!

This family has been on my blog a lot. Which I love because I really love watching clients kiddos grow up before my lens! I mean look at little L. His curls and big beautiful eyes are a photographer’s dream. This holiday session at Kiley Gardens in Downtown Tampa was a great night during the earlier part of schedule for weekday mini-sessions this fall!

The most glorious “fall” like night at Hillsborough River State Park and a lovely family photo session full of laughter, fun and sweet moments. I love a good family session and here is a look at what Hillsborough River State Park looks like in fall as well as some helpful tips about communicating with your photographer for the best photo results.

Meet baby D! She is about as cute as can be and her parents are adorable, too, right? This session got moved from early storms in September to October. I am so glad we stuck it out to do this outdoor baby photo session during the season of holiday photos and set up a weekday session at Davis Island Beach. The waiting was worth it. The light was pure magic.

Downtown Tampa photo shoot with another “forever” family. We really had the best time and the laughs and energy comes through in this gorgeous urban family photo session at Kiley Gardens!

Medad Park in Plant City is one of my favorite photo locations in Tampa Bay. This darling family has even been to this location twice for family pictures. Yes, it is that good!

It is that time of year Tampa! Fall and holiday mini-sessions are now available for booking. These have typically filled up quickly and are first come-first served. Locations all over Tampa Bay, with specific dates, times and locations on both weekends and weekdays, we hope to see you and your family for a fun, quick, and stress free mini-session this year!

This lovely family session celebrating their parents 40th wedding anniversary at a local park is just the inspiration you need for your own extended family photo session.

Davis Islands Beach Photos, as a Tampa family photographer, I know the beach isn’t for everyone. But, if you love storytelling images, fun, play and moments over perfection, let’s talk about local Tampa beaches that can help your family get beautiful family photos this year!

5 month photo sessions could be my new favorite. How adorable is this baby girl? The whole family was so sweet and full of smiles, just soaking up this fun baby age of 5 months! As a Riverview baby photographer, I don’t always get to document 5 months, but it is a great time to do your own baby photos. If newborn photos seems overwhelming as you adjust to your new life taking care of baby without much sleep, waiting a few months is still a great time to document this precious time in your lives. Babies at 5 months are usually taking the world in and tracking more and of course, much more smiley and alert, right?

Motherhood sessions will always have my heart, so even if you don’t book a full motherhood session, don’t forget to carve a small portion of your session for just you and your kids. This mommy and me photo session at Winthrop Town Center is just pure delight!