Tampa Bay Family and Children Photography - Waterfront Lifestyle Session

Last week I met with Jessica and her mom for a really fun lifestyle session at their waterfront home in St. Pete. We got some amazing images, as I'm sure you'll see in the samples and slideshow: Jessica 2009

Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Travels to Stuart and Hutchinson Island for Gina & John's Wedding

Last weekend we went to Stuart's Hutchinson Island to capture the wedding-day story of Gina & John. From the beautiful beach wedding to the sendoff by boat, we had a blast! I'm sure you'll see from their expressions on these samples and the slideshow: Gina & John

Amy & Sean's Central Florida Engagement Session

I enjoyed hanging out with my November wedding clients Amy and Sean for their engagement session. It's going to be a lot of fun to join this laid-back couple for their wedding in November. Can't wait!

Enjoy the samples and slideshow: Amy & Sean's Engagement Session

Milaan Roppa's Six-Month Baby Lifestyle Photography Session, Melbourne, Florida

A couple of weeks ago, I met up with my wonderful clients, Kara and Dominic, to continue through our journey of "Baby's First Year." Together, we've been enjoying capturing each stage of their baby, Milaan's, first year of development. And now that we're halfway through, I can see this little guy's character coming to life. He's such a happy baby, and of course, just like his dentist duo mom and dad, he has a PERFECT smile already (although he doesn't quite have as many teeth - ha!).

Congrats once again, Kara and Dom! What a precious baby boy you have! I can't wait till we finish this very special year of documenting Milaan's tiny little life so far, when we meet in six months to celebrate his one-year birthday! :O)

Hope everyone enjoys the samples and slideshow: Milaan's Six-Month Session

Leah & Erik's Fort Desoto Park, Tampa Bay Destination Wedding

In late May, I had a the privilege of working with Leah and Erik for their amazing destination wedding at Fort Desoto Park at the south end of St. Pete Beach, Florida. This beach has been voted and ranked the most beautiful beach in America by several leading travel magazines, so we were expecting great things. It was a really fun time for these two and their family, even when a massive thunderstorm rolled in and tried to dampen the festivities (fortunately, we had gotten some amazing sunset photos the day before, during their rehearsal).

With our epic sunset rained out, Kara and I agreed to stay late with everyone and head over to the fishing pier, since it is lit all night and opened 24 hours. We all had a blast getting these one-of-a-kind night formals on the pier, and on the beach and rocks below.

Congrats, Leah and Erik! You two are truly amazing. It was our utmost pleasure to have been able to go the distance and think outside the box to make sure your wedding weekend memories were captured and preserved in the most authentic, creative and fun way imaginable. Bless you both in your life's journey as husband and wife!!

Here are some samples and slideshows:
Leah & Erik's Engagement and Rehearsal
Leah & Erik's Wedding

Kropf Family's St. Pete Summer Session

I met up with the Kropf family this past weekend for a really fun CFP Summer Session. Zeina and Steve are two way-cool people, and have two really cute kids, Devyn and Reilly. We had lots of fun exploring the beaches, trees and walkways at North Shore Park a couple hours before sunset.

Here's what we ended up with!

Slideshow: Kropf family

Samples:

Julie & Mike's Cocoa Beach Engagement Session

I had a blast a couple of weeks ago with Julie and Mike for their engagement session. Julie's family has a oceanfront place at Cocoa Beach, so we started there. Then we went to Merritt Island High School, where Mike was a star football player. He went on to play at the University of Florida, while Julie is an Auburn University girl. SEC football games could get interesting with these two!

The third and final part of our session was at Cocoa Village, where we enjoyed a breezy time by the river and downtown Cocoa.

I'm looking forward to their October wedding. It's going to be a beautiful day!

Enjoy the samples and slideshow: Julie & Mike's Engagement

Eades Family Day at the Beach

Last week I had a wonderful opportunity to be a blessing to the Eades Family. They've had a really challenging personal situation they've had to go through earlier this year, so my hope was to get them out to the beach and enjoy a beautiful sunrise together.

Mission accomplished! I think they'll love these, don't you?...

Slideshow: Eades Family

Oliver Family, Island Style

Last weekend I met up with the Oliver family on Amelia Island for a really fun beach family session at their beach condo. We had such a good time, and the kids couldn't get enough of being in front of the camera. So we kept on shooting until dark-thirty, lol. I actually shot a record number of frames for a family session, with over 760 frames in two hours. Wow! Good luck picking the best ones for wall art, Cindy! So many good ones...

Here's a few of the best, as well as the slideshow: Oliver Family

Boyle Family's Boca Grande Spring Fling

A couple of weekends ago I met up with the Boyle family at their Boca Grande beach house for some group shots with the grown-up kids and new grandbaby. The weather was beautiful, the water was an amazing shade of blue-green, and the family was dressed perfectly for the occasion.

Thanks, Boyles, for a wonderful time!

Hope you enjoy the samples and slideshow: Boyle Family

Daphne & Ryan's California Dream Wedding

A couple of weeks ago, I had the very special honor of being invited by Daphne & Ryan to photograph their wedding at a Spanish Mission in Pasadena, California. This couple met at Fuller Seminary. I've known Ryan for a number of years, as he is cousins with one of my best friends. His character is top-notch. And now to get to know Daphne a bit, and discover that she has such a heart for medical missions overseas, I have a huge respect for her already too. To top it off, these two have wonderful families who support them in their journey of life together. It was an incredible weekend with some incredible documented memories. Thanks so much, Daphne and Ryan. We love you guys and wish you the very best of God's blessings in your lives together!!

Here are a few samples and the slideshow... Daphne & Ryan














 

Casey & Mick's Eau Gallie Yacht Club Wedding

Casey & Mick have known each other pretty-much all their lives. They first met when they were 6 or 7, and even in spite of living in different places at times during childhood, stayed connected as friends. Their wedding story is one that is years in the making, with a foundation that is rooted deeply in their enduring friendship bond, and yet is also overflowing with joyful passion and romantic love toward each other. One doesn't have to be around them for long to realize how special their relationship is.

We feel so privileged and honored to have been asked to document your wedding journey, Casey & Mick. I'm sure this will not be the last time we join you for a special event or milestone in your lives. And many are sure to follow! May God bless you both richly as husband and wife.

Special thanks to the best photographer friend and colleague I know, Mike Buoy with Mike Buoy Photography for the help shooting this one.Mike Buoy for helping out with this one.

Here are their samples and slideshow: Casey & Mick

Monforte Family - St. Pete Beach Family Photos

We really enjoyed our beach family photo session with the Monforte family recently at St. Pete Beach. It was a beautiful day, and we took full advantage of the sun, sand and family togetherness, to capture some amazing memories.

Here's a sneak peak of the experience we shared together:

Monforte Family slideshow