A Happy Holidays ADP Family! Since Christmas is just a few days away, I thought it was a perfect time to share this Holiday shoot I did with my long time client. I have done sessions for Donna and...
I got to spend the afternoon with the lovely Elinsky family and meet their newest addition! He is such cute little bundle of joy and I can tell that he will be getting a lot of love... especially...
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The Children's Cancer Center has been a charity that Pete and I have been involved with with many years and we absolutely love what they do for...
Andi Diamond Photography and #thefrontstepsproject Shortly after the storm of COVID-19 came to be, I heard about a photographer out of Massachusetts doing something called #thefrontstepsproject. It...
I cannot get enough of this at home newborn shoot! It was a hard pill to swallow shooting this little one in FSU gear, but I got over that quickly! Right before our eyes another ADP family has formed...
What a beautiful thing it has been to photography this little cutie every month for the first year of her life. Happy 1st Birthday and here is to many more heart warming, loving, family portraits....
Trucks, tractors, cows... oh my! I still am not over how cute Anthony's first shoot was! He certainly was not shy of the camera, pulling our heart strings as he posed innocently while sucking on his...
Beauty sessions are all about the celebration of you, right now, in the moment, just as you are. This session is one of the best examples of what celebrating you precisely looks like. This session...
For years as the U family's photographer I have watched this family grow into the loving one that it is today. I always have a best time hanging out with this family and take some amazing family...
They grow up so fast, right before your eyes. I am so proud to say that I have been shooting this precious little girl her whole life. It is so important to preserve life’s most precious...
A fun shoot for Noah in celebration of his upcoming Tampa Bar Mitzvah! It was a great time shooting at Plant High School. Noah is a big Miami Dolphins fan so it was important that we get some great...
The gift of a child! What a beautiful thing to shoot. I have been lucky enough to see this family grow into the beautiful one that it is today! It started off with Kelsey and Drew's engagement...
Introducing baby Anthony! I've been photographing this family long before Anthony was even a gleam in his parents eyes. I photographed his parents engagement session and then their wedding and have...
This is the 6th annual Panera Bread Knead for Knowledge Scholarship Dinner with the Covelli Family Limited Partnership working with the Children's Cancer Center, to date several...
Photographing families is one of my favorites things to photograph, especially with the current Florida weather and especially with families like the C family, who are very special friends to me and...
It’s always a pleasure to see the adorable “B” family and I had a great time capturing their family portrait session this month- they have been longtime clients of ADP! Every time I see them...
LilaBo has been one of my longest clients; each year we style a session for her and she always rocks it. This year was no different! It amazes me how much she has grown each time I see her and she is...
Jen has been one of my best friends since we were sorority sisters in college, then roommates, then bridesmaids in each other’s weddings..the list goes on! It was such a pleasure to see her welcome...
Giggling over this super cute Tampa children's photography session in the ADP studio last week. Back in 2011 we photographed Katie and Ronnie's beautiful wedding at the Sandpearl on Clearwater Beach...
This is one of the most special children's portrait sessions that I have done recently. Lane's mom, Jill, is one of my very best friends from college. We were sorority sisters (ZTA at UF),...
How cute is baby Dean? I guess I can't say "baby Dean" anymore now that he came in for his 2 year session- he is growing so fast! I have been photographing the "B" family for years now and have...
How sweet is this sibling duo? I am in love with this Tampa children's photography session of miss Sophia and little brother parker. First of all, Sophia's hair is this most beautiful hair ever, and...
Hoping Ella's smile and these colorful balloons help brighten up your Monday afternoon! It was a beautiful day for Ella's Tampa children's photography session and her fur baby even joined in on the...
This sweet, little munchkin came into the ADP studio to have some Tampa baby portraits captured. It is safe to say, this handsome fella is a natural. He must have it in his genes because his...
I had the best time seeing LilaBo at her St. Petersburg children's photography session. I have been photographing her for YEARS, her mom has been a client of mine since I started my business (like,...
Kristin's nephews stopped by the ADP studio to have some Tampa portraits taken recently- Carter is 3 and little Cohen just turned 6 months old (look at all those baby rolls!). They are growing so...
I was lucky enough to spend some time with Jaxson for his Tampa children's photography session recently- he is quite the little cutie! Loved being able to capture these portraits for the sweet "V"...
Vivienne's children's portrait album from her 1 year session just arrived to the studio! Custom album are a favorite amongst our clients as they can showcase a variety of images from your...
We had a great time at LilaBo's Tampa children's portrait session this year! Dad just so happens to have a plane ( oh, you know..no big deal) so we definitely had to have a little Amelia...
This cute bunch came by the ADP studio recently for some Tampa family photography. I had so much fun capturing portraits for them- how adorable are Zion and Cecelia? And I love that Grandma hopped...
How cute is this storyboard? My amazing clients, the "S" family, have created a storyboard from 3 months-12 months of their son, Will! This is great option for showing growth in the first year!
The oh-so-adorable "M" family's Tampa children's album has now arrived! I love being able to capture family photography for them every year, who wouldn't want to see these cute little faces?
We just received this precious frame from Flashes of Hope, we are so honored! It is always an amazing experience to be able to capture images for Flashes of Hope at All Children’s Hospital in...
Oh how I love this sweet family! The "B" family have been wonderful clients of mine and stopped by for some Tampa family portraits in the ADP studio and to celebrate baby Dylan turing 6 months! How...
Oh how I adore this sweet family! I have been photographing the "B" family for YEARS now and I love seeing these cute little munchkins grow! They stopped into the studio for a Tampa Children's...
Baby Vivienne has to be one of the cutest things..ever! I have been photographing this adorable family since the oldest, Wilson, was a baby and I have enjoyed watching their family grow. This Tampa...
I just love me some Miss LilaBo! This cutie has been coming to me for portraits since she was just a tiny little thing and my studio was my backyard (literally)! We have had some great Tampa...
Check out this little cutie! Charlotte stopped by the ADP studio for some Tampa children's portraits for her first birthday.. she is such a sweet and stylish little gal!
The sweet Hills family have been valued clients of mine for many years now. With a family of 8 total, our sessions are always full of laughs and entertainment. With the youngest, Hope, getting older...
Oh, this little man is seriously the cutest! The "F" family have been long time clients of mine and I have enjoyed photographing them and watching their kids grow. This Tampa Children's Photography...
It was such a special opportunity to capture a priceless moment for one of my best friends, Carrie, and her beautiful family. I, and other close friends and family, got the chance to witness the...
Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine is having their annual "cover kid" contest so ADP provided complimentary mini-sessions for the adorable kiddos of our friends and clients! Here are just some of the...
With summer here, I know it can be challenging to find new and exciting things to do with the kiddos. But never fear! I stumbled upon this post offering some great photography activities to do with...
It is always such an honor to be able to capture images for Flashes of Hope at All Children's Hospital in St. Pete. Flashes of Hope raises funds to accelerate a cure for children's cancer while...
Anthony came into the studio recently for a Mini Diamonds portrait session to honor his first communion. Mini Diamonds Sessions are fun and fresh portrait options offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays...
Isn't baby Brinley just as sweet as pie? I can't get enough of that cute little face! I had the pleasure of hanging out with her recently in the studio for her 6 month portrait session and she has...
I love when clients come to me with new, fresh ideas! This session totally ROCKED! The look of this children's portrait photography session was inspired by fashion marketing ads that we constantly...
We got the honor of capturing some adorable little youngsters at Janie and Jack for mini-portrait sessions. Sessions were held in Orlando and Tampa and we got to meet kids of all ages in those 4 days...
Andi is in the spotlight for this week's Fun Fact Friday, and it's a good one. Her favorite part of pizza is..wait for it..the "crizza" or..."creasa"??! Excuse me, what? Andi explains that it is the...
I have been photographing the K boys since little Mister Oliver was in his mommy's belly at her Tampa maternity photo session years ago- I cannot believe how big he is or how big is "baby" brother,...
So, have you always had a fancy little camera (or just received one for Christmas) and haven't quite figured out how to use all of those buttons? Well, don't fret! I will be having a workshop to...
You asked for it, so we are bringing it back! We will be hosting another Take Better Pictures of Your Kids Workshop on Wednesday, January 21st at our south Tampa studio! Check out all of the deets...
I love when this family comes and pays me a vistit, miss Thea is just the sassiest and cutest gal ever! So happy I could capture this Tampa family photography session at my studio for such a...
Is this not the cutest little snowman you have ever seen? Baby Preston came into the studio recently to have some holiday inspired children's portraits taken, as well as melt our hearts in the...
It is always such an honor every year to create miss LilaBo's children's portraiture. She holds a very special place in my heart because her mom has been coming to me since I first started Andi...
I got the opportunity to photograph this beautiful family recently. Not only was it a Tampa maternity session, but a children's photography session for Rocco's 2nd birthday! I have been...
As soon as I walked into Silly Dilly Tot Spot on MacDill Avenue, I knew I wanted to hang out there for some time....maybe too long, as I kept picking out adorable children's clothing for my kids that...
I love when I get the opportunity to photograph these two precious little boys! This family has been wonderful clients of mine since the oldest, Wilson, was just a baby - now he and Felix are getting...
This little handsome man came into the studio today to have a Mini Diamond Portrait Session with me, Kristin. What's better? He is my amazing nephew, and he absolutely rocked it! Seriously? I can't...
I love when the F. family comes into our studio for their children's portraits! They have been long time clients of mine and this session was for Colt's one year portraits. It is safe to say...
This handsome little man, Jacob, came in the studio recently to have some one year portraits taken. I have been photographing this family since Jacob's older brother Gabriel was a newborn! I can't...
A a mom, I always feel guilty about something...I should be making healthier foods for my kids, spending more time with my kids, reading with them more...the list goes on and on. Maybe it is the...
ADP got the opportunity to photograph this little cutie-pie recently. I think it is safe to say that baby Noelle is a natural in front of the camera! Seriously? Too Cute!
We are very excited here at Andi Diamond Photography to introduce our newest portrait session called, "Mini Diamond Sessions!" Mini Diamond Sessions will be a a fun and fabulous mini-portrait session...
This little cutie came into the studio recently to have some Tampa children's portraits taken. Noah just finished Kindergarten and is looking forward to having some fun this summer! Check back...
Numbers, ratios, and basically math were never my thing in high school or college. When I took bio-statistics in grad school I thought my mind would explode. I realized I am much more of a...
One of the many things that I love about my Bebe Couture Plan is the opportunity I get to truly get to know the families I photograph. It usually starts with a maternity session, then the newborn...
Ever since Alicia and Patrick had newborn portraits done last year with their adorable baby girl Elizabeth, we planned to meet up a year later at their new home in Odessa, FL for her first birthday....
I just had to post a quick teaser for Jenn and Bill of their precious little guy, Clark from our recent Tampa portrait session. Photographing babies is truly a passion of mine- especially in the...
One of the most beautiful and unique ways to showcase your artwork from a portrait session or wedding is with a custom album. There are literally hundreds of ways to design your heirloom piece,...
Little Miss LilaBo has a very special place in my heart. Her family has been with me since the very beginning of Andi Diamond Photography, since my portrait studio was in what is now my husband's...
I have always been a fan of The Parent Guide. It is a great local resource guide in Tampa Bay for parents, and helps them to make the most of raising happy, healthy children. So when they...
I recently had the pleasure of photographing the K. family at Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club in South Tampa. After we escaped the unplanned sprinklers, we were able to capture some beautiful...
We had so much fun at Spring Portrait Days at The Shoppes at Pink Cabana. Here are some of my favorite portraits of a few of the kids we photographed:Just look at these precious kids! I loved...
As you may know about me, photography has always been a part of my life. But my first career was as a child life specialist, working in pediatrics in children's hospitals. Some of my favorite...
Exciting news for Andi Diamond Photography and The Shoppes at the Pink Cabana's Spring Portrait Day. Friday, April 15 portrait sessions are almost completely booked! So we opened a second day for...
Mark your calendars and plan to join Andi Diamond Photography at The Shoppes at the Pink Cabana for our Spring Portrait Day on Friday, April 15, 2011. See below for more details on this awesome...
Super excited to be sitting at the Tampa International Airport right now getting ready to board my flight to WPPI, the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International annual conference in Las...
I guess there were a few Valentine's Days where my single girlfriends and I all tried to act like the lovey-dovey of Valentine's Day did not bother us. But when you are a kid, it all just makes you...
I will start this diary entry backwards because it is just too precious to not share this story. After I left my studio having finished the D's family and baby portraits, I walked into my house and...
We still have a few spaces left! Call Andi Diamond Photography TODAY at 813-503-5056 or andi@andidiamond.com to book your Valentine's Day sessionette, Saturday, January 22 starting at 9am- before...
I know it seems like the holidays just ended, but at Andi Diamond Photography we are all prepared and ready for Valentine's Day 2011! We have a few fun specials to share: For the kiddos: Think...
Last month I was blessed to be able to photograph several families with children with cancer for Flashes of Hope at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital in Tampa. Flashes of Hope is a nonprofit...
One of the most impressive ways to display your custom portraiture is with a couture coffee table album from Andi Diamond Photography. I designed Vicky and Sophia's 10x10 couture album from their...
Make sure to call the studio on Sunday, 10-10-10, at 813-503-5056, starting at 9am to grab your 10-10-10 custom portrait special. If you get our voicemail, just leave a message. We promise to...
One of the best things about being a photographer is that I get to capture and document the growth and development of my littlest clients. I get to watch them grown and change and turn into little...
I love photographing newborn sessions. And I especially love photographing newborns whose families are as fun as the B. family! So much laughter and joy- it warms my heart. Check out their...
Recently I had the amazing opportunity to photograph Tampa families at the Children's Cancer Center during their sickle cell disease family support night. This was truly such an honor to me, as...
It is that time of year again- the reunion trip for the Circle of Friends and I cannot wait! Every year we take children with cancer and blood disorders from all around the United States to Wausau,...
Yes, you got that right! Andi Diamond Photography is gifting an "In The Pink" sterling silver necklace and photo charm (valued at $100) when you visit our kiosk at International Plaza in Tampa and...
You had me at "Hello", truly Everett had me at "Hello". Ok, well he does not say hello yet, so he had me with the adorable little noises he made as soon as he came into the studio for his portrait...
I am thrilled to announce that Andi Diamond Photography is now one of the premiere custom photography vendors in Tampa, FL for In The Pink Designs. In The Pink Designs creates amazing photo jewelry...
We all have reasons for wanting to create family portraits. Maybe it is to capture a moment in time, to freeze the time and space during a special period in life, or to hold on to memories to keep...
I am quite a bit behind on my diary entries (I tend to be a bit better on Facebook...too much viral marketing to keep up with now-a-days.....do I sound like my mother back in the days when CD's came...
It was tenth grade, Child Care class at good ole' Cooper City High School when Laurie and I first met- and the friendship was instant. High school drama, college drama, grown up drama- we have seen...
It seems like I was just photographing Sophia's newborn portraits- and now she is going to be a big sister. And she cannot be more thrilled! (And if her baby sister is as much fun to photograph...
Life as I would imagine it in the F. household is full of smiles, games, hugs, kisses, and maybe even some mischief (ok, definitely some mischief!). So I would expect the same thing when...
Super excited to share this very special album. I have had the opportunity to capture the births of one of my beloved clients, Melissa. Birth photography is such a powerful, intimate, and special...
I feel like I was just standing in my driveway (though it was 9 months ago already) when Vicky said, "I took the test.....and I passed". YIPPEE! The test of course was no ordinary math test. It...
I think all of us moms will agree that we would be happy to have a Mother's Week or a Mother's Month even! I want to give you the opportunity to cherish this time with your children forever, so I...
I have been photographing Oliver since he was in his mommy's tummy- and now he is over a year old! (I also get to photograph his baby brother now, too!) Every time I see Oliver, I really want to...
Join me this Tuesday, April 6 at 6pm at Art Explorers in South Tampa. RSVP asap. It is going to be a great class and I am looking forward to teaching! Get ready for your homework assignment,...
I cannot imaging EVER having a portrait session like this. No, never! My clients would NEVER behave like this.... (he he...) Gotta love it! Happy Friday! :) Andi
The workshop is quickly approaching and I am very excited! Join Andi Diamond Photography on April 6, 2010 at 6pm at Art Explorers in South Tampa for my workshop on how to take better pictures of...
Meet Max and Ellen. The precious duo recently entered the D. family, joining their "big" sister Cate (who is all of 19 months old!) Through the beauty of Facebook, I reconnected with Jacqui, an...
when these two brothers are old enough to really play together. Right now, Oliver is interested in him, but more interested in having mommy and daddy to himself. As to be expected when you are...
Stokes has captivated me ever since his first portrait session at 6 weeks old. He was so big and so smiley, even at a very young age. Now that he is 6 months old, he is even more interactive,...
Have I ever mentioned that I LOVE my career? One of the many aspects that makes it so incredibly special is that I get to see children and families grow. I have been photographing Sophia since...
Maternity portraits are among my favorite types of portraits to create. So often the mommies-to-be feel less than fabulous, and it is up to me to help them feel beautiful and celebrate their...
Little Miss Marlowe (or Mili-peed as her parents lovingly call her) may be destined for a future as a writer. Her daddy is the editor in chief of UC Tampa Magazine. And with a name like Marlowe,...
Seriously...I am jealous of a 1 year old's closet! Is that right? I am sure it is not, but this little girl has a wardrobe to die for (and considering all I wanted for Christmas was an entire new...
As I wrap up all of the holidays orders for 2009, I wanted to share a few of the very special Christmas/holiday cards that I was able to create for my amazing clients this year! It was a fun, busy,...
Hey Gang! Quick reminder about tomorrow's workshop "Take Better Pictures of Your Children" at my studio in South Tampa (Wednesday, Dec 9 at 6:30pm). I have 2 spots remaining. If interested,...
Hi there faithful blog stalkers! No I have not fallen off the face of the earth- I have just fallen into the vortex of holiday photography madness- with portrait sessions, editing, ordering sessions,...
This portrait session was so fun! Not only was Bella a charm to photograph, but her mom and dad are hysterical and had me rolling. Kelly is the type of new mom that we all wish we could be- laid...
I love watching siblings interact- especially at a portrait session. Clearly every family member has his/her own personality and I love the task of trying to capture it while we all interact...
As you may know, the past couple months have been very challenging for my family. My Dad was in critical care in the ICU and the doctors were not too positive on the outcome of his condition. I am...
It seems like I have been photographing alot of precious little boys recently, so it was fitting that my first little girl in a while be as beautiful as Ava. Boy, is her daddy going to be in...
Have I mentioned how little boys melt my heart? (see previous diary entry!) Well, Cannon and Owen take the cake! (and despite being a devoted Nikon shooter, I think the name Cannon rocks! ...
It's true. Little boys melt me, especially when they are as sweet with their mommies as the B. boys are! Maybe it is because I am the mommy of a little boy. Maybe it is because the children I am...
When it comes to sharing the love, the C. family has enough to go around ten times over. They are so in love with their baby girl, it makes me melt!I think it might be safe to say that Thea rules...
Don't you just wish sometimes that time stood still? As we all know, it does not- though I do wish that I could bottle up and put it under my pillow for safe keeping. It seems like just the other...
I have lived in Tampa since 1997, when I moved here for my college internship. I have lived in North Tampa and South Tampa and have photographed everywhere in between and the beaches. But I have...
Lots of blog posts to catch up on- weddings, infants, families, and holiday mini sessions. Here is just a glimpse of some of the great photography sessions I have had the pleasure of photographing...
Meet Alexander and Conner. Bothers. Best Friends. Amigos. Wrestling Buddies. And pure sweetness!I can only image what kind of trouble these two cuties are going to get into together when they...
Drum roll please......the Baby Loves Disco image gallery is live and ready for viewing/ordering. Click here to see the image gallery. Special rates apply for the event. Through November...
I have the best job! I have loved working with children all of my life. In my life prior to being a photographer I was a Child Life Specialist working in pediatric hospitals. While I loved...
OK, so no...Tonya is not the octo-mom, but including her and her husband, her new baby girl, Hope, makes her the proud mommy of 6, so a family of 8 (that is one heck of a mini van, right?!) It was...
I had a sneaking suspicion that Boo Baby Boo, the Halloween themed Baby Loves Disco held at Wiskey North on Sunday was going to be a blast- and it definitely was! I was thrilled to be the event...
Holiday Mini photo sessions are back! You asked for it...so you got it! Perfect if you are a current client needing holiday cards OR if you are just wanting a little taste of custom portraiture with...
It does not get any sweeter that this little guy. Meet Mason, who just turned one. He and his family recently moved here from Raleigh, North Carolina and I was honored that they chose me to...
They came, they boogied, they had a ball. Oh, and the kids had fun, too! HA! Thank you to all of you who came out to Baby Loves Disco today at Wiskey North. What a great way to spend a Sunday...
I am beyond thrilled to be the exclusive photographer for the two biggest children's events in Tampa Bay! Baby Loves Disco! Let your Halloween costume out of the closet for another day, or just...
Believe it or not, Sophia and Stokes (a few posts down), are the same age! But Sophia is a peanut compared to Stokes. So funny how babies can be so similar, but so completely different. This...
I am excited and honored to announce that Andi Diamond Photography was chosen to be the exclusive photographer for Janie and Jack at International Plaza for their in-shop photography event! Just...
Isn't that the coolest name? I LOVE it! This kiddo is destined for greatness- and stardom with a name like that, right?! What a beautiful family I had the opportunity to photograph in my South...
When Stokes' mommy and daddy walked into my studio with this little bundle of joy, I thought surely I must have written down his age incorrectly. There was no way this big guy was only 6 weeks...
One of the very incredible things about my job is that I get to see children grow. I get to see families grow. I get to capture and document all of these changes for families to forever keep...
Yep, so i did it. Actually, I did it a little while ago. OK, so actually Brittany helped me do it....but I did it! Andi Diamond Photography is on Facebook and you can become a fan by clicking...
Meet Beau and big sis' Olivia...oh- and his Mommy, Jamie, and Daddy, Paul (Funny how once kids come along, mommies and daddies are put on the back burner, right? ha!) Beau is one of the many...
Meet Ava and her mommy, Jocie, and daddy, Shane. Ava is 10 months old and on-the-go. So much so, that she actually started walking in my studio at her portrait session! What a great moment for...
I am so behind on my diary entries (but to my excuse- life has been too crazy the past few weeks. Fortunately my dad is doing much better. Things are slow going....but he is getting there). ...
OK, so to make this clear "I" do not think Ella is a diva....those are her mommy's words! In her cute southern accent, she told me "I have a diva on my hands, Andi". But I guess when you think...
There is definitely something in the water...or a full moon....because it seems like 90% of all my clients have recently given birth (OK...so I am exaggerating...but you get my point! ha!) Meet...
I love when clients decorate their home with artwork created in their portrait sessions. My philosophy is- you are going to decorate you home and pay for artwork anyway...so it should something...
That's what this portrait session was made of! Ava's 6 month portrait session was in my studio, so her mommy decided to take her one year session on location. We started early- because after...
Part of creating a successful (and beautiful portrait) is wardrobe. While I stress to my clients not to be matchy-matchy, I do want you to coordinate (this does not mean white shirts and khakis or...
There is something so incredible about photographing newborns...their "freshness", their innocence, their flaky skin. I wonder how many full moons we have had recently because I have had so many...
I am always honored when new clients choose Andi Diamond Photography to capture their art. Often times clients come as referrals from other clients (thanks guys! you know I LUV that!), so they...
It feels so good to post something good on my blog. After the last 2 weeks, little Miss Meara is the perfect way to get back on track with teaser images for my clients and blog stalkers! Newborns...
Yep....back from vacation. And I gotta tell ya'- I could use another week out there! We had such an amazing trip. We went to the Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, and I would go back...
You asked for you....so you've got it! I am hosting another workshop on how to "Take Better Pictures of Your Children", Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 7pm in my South Tampa studio. We will cover...
or so they say! I have jokingly been called the Baby Whisperer by several clients before....but today I actually believed it! My "tricks" really worked because Tristan was a saint! A SAINT! He...
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Tampa? Join Andi Diamond Photography at the Tampa Convention Center for the 14th Annual Back to School Bash! There will be all kinds of family fun...
I LOVE what I do. I get to capture moments in time- and see children grow and change right before my lens. I have been photographing Riley and Lucas since they both were babies. ...
After a couple re-schedules due to the beautiful Tampa rain, the K. Famly and I headed out for their family portrait session. I have been photographing Logan since he was just a little bump in...
You asked for it, so here ya' go! I have so many clients who are so good at preparing for the holiday rush, that a "Christmas in July" special seemed in order. It not only helps you, but it...
Here it is...the big secret! Well, I guess it is not actually that big of a secret because I have been talking about this on my blog but I wanted to wait until everything was an official "GO"...
I have said it may times before, but 6-7 months of age is truly one of my favorite ages to photograph. The babies are so animated and excited. They are really becoming their own little...
I have often wondered what it would be like to have siblings. I inherited 3 stepbrothers in 8th grade, 2 of whom were already grown and out of the house and 1 of whom was my age and lived with my...
When Stephanie and Paul arrived at my studio for Oliver's session, I could not get over how much he has grown! And all of his hair. And how much of a "mini-me" he is of Paul! ha! And of...
Ssssshhhhh! Don't tell! This is really a secret project that I have been working on, and I cannot give any details yet. BUT, I know Amelia's mommy has been stalking my blog feverishly...
Summer may have just started but Smarty Pants Kids' Boutique is already preparing for school to be back in session with a fun photo contest! Send us your cutest photo of your child(ren) in their...
It was such a joy for me to be able to capture Tifphani, Jody, and Mikayla's family portrait session. Michaela is full of smiles and happiness and was delighted to be able to run around and PLAY...
I cannot not believe how big Wilson is! The last time I saw him was for his newborn session. It amazes me to see how much the babies I work with grow and change, and it warms my heart that I...
Come visit me at Smarty Pants on Thursday, June 18th from 5-8 pm for their GRAND RE-OPENING! They will have all kinds of great specials, adorable clothes, and WINE! What a great way to spend...
What an AWESOME event today in Hyde Park! Sure it was hot (OK, it was down right sweaty!), but the atmosphere was a blast, the kids were having an incredible time, there were a ton of fun things...
Shy, sweet, kind, quite, smart, beautiful. In the short time I spent with Bella, these are just a few of the words that I learned to describe her (Am I right at all, Alphonsine??) I am huge...
Pete has asked me before..."What is a towhead". These kids...are toe-heads. And since I am on that subject...I found myself wondering..."why toe-head"? What does that mean? And why do...
ME! Yep..it's my birthday today and I am a HUGE birthday freak...always have been and I am guessing I always will be. 25 at last...he he... It's the one day of the year when it is all about...
Isn't it the best feeling when you can feel the love in a family? Bailey is the youngest daughter and her big sisters just gush all over her. They are so excited to do everything they can do...
I just love photographing 6 month olds. They are starting to discover their own personalities and are just so yummy!! Gabe is one of those yummy babies. I could just gobble him up. He...
Meet Haley and Alex. Truly two of the coolest siblings ever! They just oozed with "cool". Haley completely rocked it out at her photo session, making every outfit look better than the...
Just wanted to share some info on 2 upcoming events that I think many of you will be interested in!On Thursday, June 18th from 5-8pm, Smarty Pants Kids' Boutique will be having a grand...
And that she is! Being the mom of a little boy, I don't really get to play the whole princess role. But I did yesterday- and it was so fun! I had suggested to Isabella's mom...
Last Wednesday I taught a class at Baby Bungalow on "How to Take Better Picture of Your Kids", and it was a blast! We had several excited moms who really were looking for tips on how to create...
Looking for something fun to do this weekend with the kids? Stop by Xtreme Total Health and Fitness on Howard Ave in Hyde Park, and benefit the Children's Cancer Center! Lots of food, arts...
This is HUGE....I mean really HUGE! I am one of about 150 members of TAPPA (Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association). Each month we have a print compeition, which is judged by our...
This chick ROCKS! Seriously! When we first met, I loved her energy, enthusiasm,a nd ability to motivate! So when I looked mroe into her companies, they just made sense! Natalie is a...
Just a quick reminder...my class on "How to Take Better Pictures of Your Kids" is at Baby Bungalow in South Tampa next Wednesday, April 15 at 10am. Here is some more info:I am really looking...
As you my know, Pete and I are big supporters of the Children's Cancer Center in Tampa. The Children's Cancer Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing children who have cancer...
Believe it or not, Mother's Day is just around the corner! I became a mother about 4 hours before Mother's Day in 2006- and soon my little Buttercup will be 3! Oh how time flies...but I...
Several clients have recently said to me, "We have so many of your beautiful images on our walls...we are running out of room!" GASP! This is a problem (at least for me anyway! ha!) I...
I just got an e-mail from Hannah's mom that really made me smile, so I wanted to share it. I had a portrait session with Hannah and Haley a few months ago. While I do not claim to be a...
Of course! Don't we all? (Myself included! Ethan runs the other direction when I get my camera out! ha!) Well, you asked for it- so you got it! I am going to be teaching a...
If you have been oohh'ing and aawww'ing over the adorable clothing in my last several blog posts, you will want to go to D's Darling Design's trunk show on March 25, 2009! Diane's collection is...
I LOVE my job! I really do. Just take a look at some of the beautiful children I get to capture on film (ok, well not on film anymore...but you know what I mean!) I love seeing the...
It is such a shame that little Miss Sophie is so shy and introverted.   You can tell that there is a great, big ole' personality in there...she's just not sure how to let it out!OK, so...
Oh, to be a kid again! The adorable faces, the sweet smiles, the silly grins...the fabulous clothes (compliments of D's Darling Designs!) I think little Miss Olivia had an "inner ham" that...
OK, so math was never my strong suit. I avoided any math, statistics, or accounting classes in high school or college (I was also never a big history fan...but I digress..) I went to a PPA's...
I am always flattered when people travel to come to a photo shot with me. Weslyn and her mom came all the way from Lake City on a very, very cold morning to have her images captured. Very...
As promised, here are some more images from the Cricle of Friends winter trip from last week. (My PC just does not like me very much so I had to wait until I got back home to my beloved MAC!...
OK, so at 18 months old Sofia is not exactly all grown up, but since I have been photographing her since she was a newborn it is amazing to see how she has grown! She is non-stop, on-the-go, full...
Day one of the Circle fo Friends trip is exciting, exhausting...wonderful! (Read my last diary entry to learn more about the Wunsch Family Foundation and why Pete and I are on this trip..). ...
There was something about Chloe that I simply adored! I think she reminded me a little bit of Ethan. A bit shy in new situations, sweet, calm and quite (though I am sure an innner wild child...
It's no secret that I love photographing 6 and 7 month olds! They are so animated and excited about their surroundings. And most of the time, they are not fast enough yet to run away from my...