Hiring Your Wedding DJ, Communication is Key! Band or DJ? A common question amongst many brides and grooms when planning their wedding reception. Should you decide that a DJ is for the route you prefer, here are some helpful things to consider. As more disc jockeys are including emcee services, they are playing an even larger role in the big day. This is why communication is critical. The couple and the DJ need to be able to stay in...
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Rita and Casey's wedding was a blast and full of energy- absolutely unforgettable! And just that like that, the memories live on! Love&Lavender.com has featured this special day on...
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We are so lucky to announce that our beautiful bride, Ashley,is on the cover of Tampa Bay Weddings Magazine! You can view her stunning Palm Harbor wedding at the DonCesar by clicking...
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Are you wondering where the bee-utiful in the title comes from? Michelle and Jared met on Bumble, and they wanted to subtly incorporate bees into their Tampa wedding day- which they did...
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Melissa and John got married on Saturday at Tampa's newest wedding venue, Tampa River Center, right on the Hillsborough River in downtown. It is truly a stunning location and it could not have...
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If you have married your soulmate in life, you are truly lucky! You have met your special someone, fell in love, decided to get married, and will now embark on your journey to your happily ever...
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Your wedding photos will be how you will remember your big day! So, shouldn’t they be fabulous? I certainly think so! However, not just any images will do, as you will want them to be unique...
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I am so honored to have had the photos I captured from Kelsey and Drew’s Westshore Yacht Club Wedding published on Brides & Weddings! It was such a beautiful day, full of family, friends, rain,...
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As a Tampa photographer, I feel that everyone should enjoy their career in life! Each day, you wake and head off to work. In fact, work consumes the majority of your life, as most people spend more...
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Is there any event more beautiful than a wedding? Gorgeous linens, a scrumptious cake, a dress to die for, and of course a stunning bride and groom; your big day will be comprised of many beautiful...
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We are pleased to share with you the publication of Caitlyn and Matt's wedding at Armature Works! Click to see their wedding story in Marry Me Tampa Bay.
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We are excited to share the publication of Brienna and Sean's wedding at the Westshore Yacht Club! Click to see their wedding story on The Bride Link.
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This New Orleans couple got married in Tampa on Saturday, in the bride's hometown, at The Academy of the Holy Names and Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club. Lindsey grew up in South Tampa and...
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We are excited to share that Alex and Chad's Tampa wedding at the Marriott Waterside has been published on Modern Weddings. Click here to see more from there beautiful downtown wedding.
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Kylie and EJ's Tampa engagement session in downtown Tampa really gave me a chance to get to know the both of them a bit more- and I alway love that! The couple lives in Orlando and will be having...
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What an absolutely perfect day it was in Tampa on Saturday for Caitlyn and Matt's Armature Works wedding! While I am always honored to photograph a couple's wedding, this one was particularly...
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What's a wedding without some "bling-bling?" Check out some of our lovely brides' engagement rings and wedding bands from their big days. So much sparkle in one post, we're mesmerized!
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We know a lot of the hoopla on wedding day surrounds the bride and her dress, but let’s not forget about the other beautiful dresses that are in a wedding, the bridesmaids dresses! While the...
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Brides and grooms! Looking for some beautiful reception decor inspiration? We know trying to put all of the design pieces together for a tablescape can be challenging, especially if you are unsure of...
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We showed some love last weekend to our brides and their amazing bridal bouquets and this week we have to showcase our grooms and their boutonnieres! This small, floral pin adds some great flair to a...
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For this week’s wedding inspiration we are talking about something we LOVE..sunset portraits with our amazing brides and grooms! We have to say, FL sunsets are spectacular; when we have such...
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Stacy and Pat married on Saturday at St. Lawrence Church and had their wedding reception at Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club. To know these two is to truly love them, to be welcomed in to their...
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What a beautiful wedding day for Brie and Sean at the Westshore Yacht Club. Brie and Sean met through mutual friends in Ft. Lauderdale; after some long distance dating, Brie moved from Tampa, they...
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This week's wedding inspiration highlights significant dances at a wedding reception. It's always a special and memorable sight when a bride and groom share a dance with their parents or a family...
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This week’s wedding inspiration we like to call the “cake topper to your wedding gown,” the veil! Besides being a bridal icon – and an amazingly gorgeous bridal accessory -the wedding veil...
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This week's wedding inspiration post is all about the garter and bouquet toss. This wedding tradition isn't always carried out by our brides and grooms, but when it is, it's a sight to see! With...
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In one of our previous wedding inspiration posts we talked about the importance and benefit of uplighting at a wedding reception. Today, we want to take that one step further and talk about...
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Nadia and Shay's wedding was a much anticipated event, their beautiful Tampa wedding was the FIRST EVER at Armature Works! This historic building has been in construction for quite a while, so it was...
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So thrilled to share Megan and Kyle's Westshore Yacht Club Marina wedding today, published on Marry Me Tampa Bay! Click the images below to view their feature!
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Over the years we have seen a lot of beautiful brides and handsome grooms on wedding day; one thing we are big believers in is preparation after the engagement that can help you look your best on the...
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This week’s ADP wedding inspiration is all about shaking your groove thing- dancing! Some of our favorite and laugh worthy images are from the wedding reception dance party. So, what’s our tip...
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When I pulled up to The White Barn in Brooksville, all I could do was smile. It was such a perfect venue for Lauren and Tyson's wedding. It just spoke "them"- they are a very outdoorsy, laid-back,...
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We have had the opportunity to capture so many beautiful weddings lately for our amazing ADP wedding couples, that we thought we would share their days and wedding venue for some inspiration! Whether...
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There is something so unique and intimate about a backyard wedding in Tampa. Haley and Max chose to have their Tampa wedding at Max's parent's home on the water- which was so perfect for their...
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We are excited to see Christine and John's beautiful wedding published on KnotsVilla this week; their wedding was such a special day and we are glad others will get to see it. To read their article...
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Happy Thursday! We are excited to see Kristy and Rhys's beautiful Tampa wedding published on The Celebration Society! To read their article and see more images, click the image below.
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Jenna and Sean's beautiful Tampa wedding at The Rusty Pelican was published on Wedding Chicks! We love looking at these images and reliving their wedding day. To read their article and see more...
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Attention ladies, this week’s wedding inspiration is especially for YOU! Looking for some beautiful wedding gown inspiration? We are here to help you out! Take a peek at some of our lovely ADP...
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Christine and Frankie's Tampa wedding was such a special day to capture. The two met at an Italian restaurant in 2014- Frankie and his brothers were out celebrating his birthday and started buying...
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Without a doubt, one thing people (especially you, ladies) love to see images of are those beautiful and sparkly engagement rings and wedding bands; but what about all the other amazing jewels that...
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Exciting things at ADP this week! Joan and John's beautiful Tampa wedding at the Grand Hyatt has been published on Knotsvilla! To read their article and see more images, click the mage below!
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We always get very excited when we know we have a Saturday that will be filled with love; this past weekend was no different. The Tampa weather Gods looked out for us and blessed Christine and Josh...
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We are always super anxious when we know a lovely album will be arriving to the studio and we were swooning over this arrival! Kristy and Rhys's beyond beautiful, custom Tampa wedding photography...
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We had been anxiously awaiting Jessica and Mike's Tampa wedding day since their unique and fun Tampa engagement session back in October (see their engagement session HERE). We lucked out with some...
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This beautiful, black leather parent album just arrived to the ADP studio!Parent albums are a beautiful way to provide your parents with a timeless keepsake from your wedding day.
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It was a beautiful evening for our first wedding happy hour at Andi Diamond Photography. We had an exclusive list of talented wedding professionals there to swoon future brides and grooms with their...
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For this week’s wedding inspiration we are talking about something we LOVE..sunset portraits with our amazing brides and grooms! We have to say, FL sunsets are spectacular; when we have such...
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This beautiful, custom wedding album just arrived to the ADP studio; we are loving the textured leather! So excited for Alex and Jason to have this special keepsake of their wedding day.
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This Tampa wedding photography parent album just arrived to the studio. Parent albums are a beautiful way to provide your parents with a timeless keepsake from your wedding day!
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Brides-to-be! Looking for some wedding makeup inspiration? We get the opportunity to work with so many talented hair and make-up artists so we thought we would share some of our brides’ fabulous...
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Brides and grooms! Looking for some beautiful reception decor inspiration? We know trying to put all of the design pieces together for a tablescape can be challenging, especially if you are unsure of...
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This week's ADP wedding inspiration is all about shaking your groove thing- dancing! Some of our favorite and laugh worthy images are from the wedding reception dance party. So, what's our tip for...
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One very important detail of a wedding reception is how to decorate the tables. Whether your theme is elegant, bohemian, glam, classic, etc- the style of each table will depend on how you want your...
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Joan and John's Tampa wedding at the Grand Hyatt was welcomed by gorgeous sunny Tampa skies, tons of laughs, and so many smiles. Their intimate wedding reception gave John and Joan the opportunity...
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Thank to Melissa at Chefin so making these adorable and delicious cookies to help show off Andi Diamond Photography!
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Loved reading this Wedding Wire review from our sweet destination wedding couple, Alicia and Tony. It makes our day to hear such sweet words like this!
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Without a doubt, one thing people (especially you, ladies) love to see images of are those beautiful and sparkly engagement rings and wedding bands; but what about all the other amazing jewels that...
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We have had so many talented "friendor Friday" posts lately on our ADP blog, that we thought we might share a little bit about our company and who WE are at Andi Diamond Photography as well. ...
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One thing that always adds a final touch to a bride's wedding day look is her amazing wedding bouquet. Whether it's a classic bouquet with white roses, or a colorful and vibrant bouquet with an array...
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It was such a happy (albeit rainy) wedding day for Michael and Rodrigo at the Unity Church in Tampa. Michael and Rodrigo wed in a small ceremony surrounded by close family and friends and then...
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Heather and Joe's wedding at the Davis Islands Garden Club was just published on Borrowed and Blue! Click the image below to read their article and see more images! ...
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Ever since Rhys and Kristy's adorable Tampa engagement session in March, we have been looking forward to their Tampa wedding at the Grand Hyatt. These two have been a loving couple for many years, so...
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Le Meridien is one of Tampa’s newest, most modern, and luxurious hotels in downtown. What used to be the old courthouse, is now a sleek and contemporary guest retreat that is right in the heart of...
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It was a gorgeous day at the Carrollwood Country Club for Kristina and Sean's wedding. These two love birds met 4 years ago and have been madly in love ever since; so in love that Sean proposed to...
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Alright ladies, we know you will be excited about this week's wedding inspiration post because this is a guilty pleasure for most of us..SHOES! This post will be full of shimmery, glitzy, bedazzled,...
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For this week's wedding inspiration we are talking about something we LOVE..sunset portraits with our amazing brides and grooms! We have to say, FL sunsets are spectacular; when we have such...
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This week's wedding inspiration is all about reception uplighting! Uplighting can be a magical thing, it can set the mood and help enhance the room by adding a colorful touch. You can also...
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For this week's Wednesday wedding inspiration, we decided to feature some wedding venues to help show some of our fabulous brides and grooms beautiful places in or close to the Tampa Bay area...
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Planning a wedding is STRESSFUL, we know, so each week we try and provide some wedding inspirations from our real couples' weddings to help. This week is all about the ceremony. Take a peek at...
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We are so excited to be sharing Alicia and Tony's Tampa wedding. We had been looking forward to this wedding for months, knowing what an amazing day it would be. This is a love story of "opposites...
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We are so excited to see Kaitlin and Pete's elegant Rusty Pelican wedding published on Marry Me Tampa Bay! To read their article and see more images, click the image below!
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We are so excited to have Andrea from Andrea Layne Floral Design, floral extraordinaire, take over the ADP blog for our weekly "friendor Friday!" How and when did you get started in the floral...
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We are so excited that Heather and Jonah's beautiful Tampa wedding at the Straz Center was just published on Every Last Detail! To read their article and see more images, click the image below!
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We are loving Rick and Michelle's custom 12x12 wedding album. Their big day at Hammock Beach in Palm Coast was so special to witness, so honored to call them my clients, friends, and neighbors!
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Kaitlin and Pete's beautiful Tampa wedding at The Rusty Pelican was just published on Inside Weddings! To read the article and see more images, click the image below!
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Kaitlin and Pete's beautiful Tampa wedding at The Rusty Pelican was just published in Tampa Bay Weddings! Read their article by clicking the image below!
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We are so excited to see Nada and Mina's south Tampa wedding published in Tampa Bay Weddings! To view the online version of the magazine, click the image below!
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We are so honored to have our good friends, Stephanie and Marty, from FH Weddings and Events take over the ADP blog to talk about their business and the amazing weddings and events they help create:...
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This week's "Friendor Friday" is all about Megan, owner of Malindy Elene! As one of Tampa's premiere bridal stores, Malindy Elene has been serving brides in the area for 10 years! And we must say,...
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This week' "Friendor Friday" is all about Anna Coats- the wedding blogger extraordinaire of Marry Me Tampa Bay! How did you get into blogging? I've been writing for almost 20 years. I...
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We are so excited that Nada and Mina's beautiful Tampa Egyptian wedding was just published on Knotsvilla! Now everyone can see all of the loveliness that we captured that day! To read their article...
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It was such a lovely day for a Tampa waterfront wedding at the Davis Islands Garden Club for Heather and Joe. These two lovebirds are in the military and caught each other's eye on base at MacDill....
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We absolutely loved getting the opportunity to be a part of this beautiful, stylized post-wedding session at Le Meridien in downtown Tampa. Now we are even more excited that it has been published on...
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It is easy to say how excited we were for Heather and Jonah's Tampa wedding at the Straz Center. After an awesome Tampa engagement session (click HERE to see), we anxiously awaited their big day....
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We are so excited to share Kaitlin and Pete's beautiful images from their Tampa wedding at the Rusty Pelican. No amount of rain could have put a damper on their exciting nuptials that day and the...
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We are excited to have Olga and Michele from Olga's Bridal Boutique, one of South Tampa's premiere bridal stores, take over the blog for this week's Friendor Friday! We have been lucky enough to...
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We had a great time aboard the Starship Yacht for Dennis and Julie's big day! We got a special surprise in the studio today, their beautiful, custom Tampa wedding album has arrived and we are...
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We love when our beautiful weddings get published! Borrowed and Blue just published Lyndsay and Dale's south Tampa waterside wedding for the world to see. Be sure to read the article and see more...
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We all know Valentine's day is a very popular day for couples to get engaged, like Queen Bey says, "If you like it then you shoulda' put a ring on it!" For this reason we wanted to give something...
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This week's "Friendor Friday" is all about our friends at Hands on Sweets, Chef Marie and Chef Carlos! (Be sure to check out their awesome, new website!) When and how did you decide to become...
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We are super excited to start a new weekly edition to our blog called. "Friendor" Friday! We will have some of Tampa's best and talented wedding vendors take over the ADP blog to talk about their...
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It was such a lovely day for a wedding at MacDill Air Force Base for our sweet couple. They wed in a small ceremony with their closest friends and family and held their reception at SeaScapes on...
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It was such a lovely day for Nada and Mina's South Tampa Egyptian wedding. We love learning about new cultures and experiencing the traditions of various religions, so we were in awe the whole day...
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It was a lovely Tampa wedding for Lyndsay and Dale at their backyard waterfront ceremony. Their original plan was to elope, but they decided to have their ceremony here with friends and family...
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It was a beautiful Tampa wedding day for Julie and Dennis aboard the Yacht Starship in Tampa. These two have known each other since middle school and ended up reconnecting later in life on Facebook...
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It was a beautiful Saturday in south Tampa for Chris and Emily's wedding day. The ceremony was held at the historic Sacred Heart church downtown and the reception followed at The University Club...
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Check out this beautiful wedding album from Ashlee and Glenn's south Tampa wedding! We are loving this leather with custom lining!
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We have to say, this custom 8x20 wedding album definitely creates a WOW statement! We had the pleasure of capturing Tampa wedding photography for Liz and Darryl and the style and vision they had for...
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It was a great day for this stylized wedding session at St. Petersburg's newest waterfront wedding venue, The Hotel Zamora. The Hotel Zamora is a unique, Mediterranean infused luxury retreat on...
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We first had the opportunity to photograph Thomas and Tiffany's beautiful Sarasota wedding in 2012. Two years later, we had the pleasure of capturing them again for this opulent Haute and Hitched...
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We can't begin to explain how absolutely ecstatic we are to be sharing this amazing post-wedding Haute and Hitched photography session we captured at Bella Collina. We had the pleasure of...
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We are so honored to be recognized in Borrowed and Blue for the "Must-Have Photos for Tampa Bay Weddings!" We absolutely love capturing all of the special moments at our weddings and we are thrilled...
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We are so glad that Andi Diamond Photography got to take part in the Brides Against Breast Cancer Event at NOVA. Tampa brides had the opportunity to browse through new and lovingly worn designer and...
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We had such a beautiful evening capturing Maria and Todd's nuptials on the private beach of Carlouel Yacht Club. The intimacy of their commitment was exactly what they wanted, and it truly was a...
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So excited that Every Last Detail has published Ashlee and Glenn's beautiful South Tampa wedding on their site! This was such a special day for us to capture and we hope everyone on the interwebs...
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We had such a great day capturing Heather and Kenny's beautiful wedding at Tampa Bay Watch. It is so exciting that more people will be able to view images of their special day, thanks to Melissa...
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What a great evening it was for Karen and Manny's 32nd anniversary celebration. The two, joined with their children and closest friends, recommitted their love for one another on the beautiful...
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There's nothing better than starting the day with a rockin' wedding publication! We are so glad that Borrowed and Blue has featured one of our lovely couples, Julie and Steve, and their beautiful St....
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I love when we design and assemble albums from weddings or portrait sessions. It gives our clients a tangible piece of artwork to hold in their hands and cherish for a lifetime. Here is the album...
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We are SO excited about our Haute & Hitched post-wedding session getting published in Aisle Ready!! Planning and executing this fabulous stylized session with some of Tampa's most talented...
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Starting off this work week with another fabulous publication! Mari and Brett's lovely Tampa wedding was just published on Borrowed & Blue. It was truly a special day and I hope it reaches the...
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Congrats to Ashlee and Glenn on their Tampa wedding at the Grand Hyatt- it was a perfect day for an incredibly special couple! xo Special thanks again to Ashlee and Glenn's team: Wedding...
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Wow! We are so pleased to share that Liz and Darryl's fabulous Tampa wedding was published on Grace Ormonde Wedding Style! What a great way for ADP to kick off 2014, we are honored! To read their...
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Team ADP had such an amazing time capturing Ashlee and Glenn's beautiful Tampa wedding at the Grand Hyatt! We couldn't have asked for any better weather, and the sun peeked out of the clouds just...
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It has been a long overdue, labor of love and I am jumping out of my skin with excitement to share my new And Diamond Photography websites. Hopefully I am not the only photographer who finds this...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! My fact for this week is just in time..Halloween is my favorite holiday! One thing I love is spooky, scary things and I am in such a good mood...
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Starting the week off right with another fabulous wedding publication! Ahila and Eric's St. Petersburg wedding at the Post Card Inn was just published on Marry Me Tampa Bay, congrats you two! We are...
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ADP couldn't have asked for a more perfect day to celebrate Heather and Kenny's St. Petersburg waterfront wedding. The weather was fantastic, the sunset was to die for, and our couple was...
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YAY! We love when our fabulous weddings get published! Charles and Liz's Palma Ceia Wedding was published on Weddingstar and we couldn't be happier. It was a great day for a beautiful couple and ADP...
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ADP recently got the opportunity to photograph The White Magnolia's new Tampa boutique location, and it is beautiful! They carry many fabulous designer wedding dresses and gowns as well as veils,...
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Yay! Karen and David's beautiful St. Petersburg wedding was just published on Bisou Bride! I adore them and am so happy I had the privilege of capturing their special day. To see more of their images...
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We are so happy that John and Tara's awesome Clearwater Beach wedding has been published on In Bliss! We had such a blast that day and feel honored to have been with them on their special day. You...
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ADP got the very special opportunity recently to create a stylized post-wedding portrait session for Susie and Dan. The two were married in a small family ceremony and just celebrated their second...
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Liz and Darryl's stunning wedding ceremony at Sacred Heart Church in Tampa and wedding reception at The Cuban Club in historic Ybor City, Tampa was such a joy to capture- but even more than that was...
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Team ADP had such a great day capturing Liz and Darryl's traditional Filipino wedding at Tampa's Sacred Heart Church. Liz and Darryl met ten years ago after being introduced by her cousin. Liz...
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Thrilled to share the wedding photography slideshow for these two high school sweethearts from their Tampa wedding at the Embassy Suites! Friends and family of the bride and groom can view their...
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Take a look at Liz and Charles' fabulous Tampa wedding at Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club. It was a perfect Florida day for this incredibly fun couple. Congrats Liz and Charles! To view their...
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Such an incredibly sweet love story for these high school sweethearts, as they got married at the Tampa Embassy Suites on the 12 year anniversary of their first date...to their high school junior...
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This South Tampa wedding for Liz and Charles was welcomed by friends, family, and thankfully Mother Nature on this perfect Florida sunny day at Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club in South Tampa. I knew...
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Catrece and Bob met through her father in the summer of 2008. He and Bob were business partners, and when Catrece’s father had to have back surgery, Catrece gave Bob updates on his health and work....
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Shawn and Kathy are probably one of the most adorable couples I've had the pleasure of photographing (and that's saying a lot!). They've been friends for 10 years, but only started dating when Shawn...
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When Amanda and AJ first started dating, their chemistry was undeniable....even though she is a Nole and he is a Gator! Their common interests overruled their loves for rival state universities;...
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Drum roll please....it is time for the release of Heather and Willy's wedding slideshow from their Tampa wedding at Hunter's Green Country Club. Such a special day for an amazing couple! To view...
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Heather and Willy have such a sweet love story. They met while working at a pet store- he with his love for salt water aquatics and she with her love for animals; now with their love for each...
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How exciting to find out that Renelle and Trevor's Tampa wedding has been double featured in the world's largest publication for the African American bride and groom- Munaluchi Bride and Ebony! ...
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Pretty Pear Bride was started as a website where plus size brides can find bridal inspiration that they long for. So many brides planning their weddings struggle with finding inspiration that...
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Jasmyn and Kadar met at the University of South Florida, and their lives' paths were destined to cross. They both had a love for their families, their church, their friends- and now for each other...
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One of my favorite aspects of wedding photography is when the couple gets to relive their wedding through their images, especially for the first time! So the big reveal of their wedding slideshow...
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When I photographed ReNelle and Trevor for the first time at their Tampa engagement session, it was easy to see their love for each other and how much fun they had together. So it was no surprise...
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This sweet, young couple wed recently at their family's church surrounded by family and friends. Their Tampa wedding goes to show that beautiful DIY weddings really are possible with a little...
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Lauren and Tyler's vintage themed wedding at Powel Crosely in Sarasota, Florida was simply stunning. We are so excited to share their wedding photography slideshow and image gallery: Thank you...
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YIPPEE! Amber and David's beautiful wedding story has been published by Fab You Bliss, the California based lifestyle blog created to promote awesome photographers, great vendors and help couples...
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I am so super excited to share our first ever INTERNATIONAL publication, with Brautstories, a wedding blog based in Germany! This makes me do a happy dance! They chose to feature Katie and...
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So excited to share that 2 of our recent wedding events have been published...simultaneously! The Tampa wedding photography for Amber + David AND the Tampa engagement photography for Candice +...
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Photographing Lauren and Tyler's Sarasota wedding was amazing. Though the day started off as a very wet, rainy day, the Powel Crosley Estate proved to be the perfect setting for this romantic,...
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Hearts swooned as JP wooed Ashley on this season of The Bachelorette. While the happy couple did find love, one Tampa personal trainer did not. But do not fear, ladies! Nick Peterson...
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Ahhh....young love. It is fun, flirty, and for Caroline and Joe it is FOREVER. When Caroline first contacted me to photograph her wedding, she had a very interesting story to share. Her and Joe...
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When I first spoke with Erica, I knew I liked her. She seemed polished, organized, smart, and put together. Since they live in Orlando, we got to meet for the first time at their Tampa engagement...
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A few weeks ago Andi Diamond Photography was fortunate to be able to capture the wedding photography for Stefanie and Derek. You can see some of their images and read more about their wedding story...
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You are invited to join Andi Diamond Photography on Monday, September 19 at the Ritz Ybor and the Italian Club between 5:30 and 8pm for a bridal show, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and drinks. ...
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In July Stefanie and Derek got married....in ITALY (insert jealousy HERE), in a small and intimate wedding ceremony. When they returned home to Tampa, they wanted to celebrate their marriage vows...
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I am super excited to post this diary entry for a couple reasons. First, Lauren completely rocked her bridal shoot in South Tampa and we loved photographing her in this stunning wedding gown. ...
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I was so excited to find out that my wedding images from Carliana and Marcos' Clearwater wedding were published in Para Ti Novia, the only national wedding website dedicated to refining the modern...
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In case you missed Ronnie and Katie's engagement session teaser pictures here, check out their slideshow of their engagement session that we recently photographed in Ft. DeSoto Park in St....
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I love photographing weddings, and I especially love photographing Indian weddings. There is so much culture, history, family, tradition, and color. Swap and Nilli's Orlando wedding at the Heaven...
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Marcos knew when her first met Carliana that she was the one for him. There was just something about her that drew him to her, and he wanted to call her his wife one day. At their Tampa...
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I first met the team at VHVideo.com when I photographed Nicole and Art's Tampa wedding last year. It was an instant connection and I knew I would love photographing events that they were...
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Please join Andi Diamond Photography this Sunday, March 13, 2011 from noon-3pm at the Straz Center For The Performing Art in downtown Tampa for Tampa's 2nd Annual Premier Bridal Showcase. Come to...
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I am so super excited to share my new wedding photography video with you, created by the fabulous team at VHVideo.com. It gives you a little peek into me, who I am, and my philosophy on...
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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...
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Wedding Flowers 101: At Andi Diamond Photography, we know that wedding planning, as exciting as it may be, can also be daunting and sometimes overwhelming. So we are excited to introduce to you...
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Thank you Camie and William for posting this awesome review of your wedding photography experience with Andi Diamond Photography on WeddingWire. I LOVED capturing your St. Petersburg Beach wedding...
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I took a deep breath as I headed out the door of my South Tampa studio for my location shoot. This was no ordinary shoot. I said a little prayer (as I always do before any session)......PLEASE...
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I am so blessed to be able to photography the wedding's of such amazing couples. Here is Rain and Jeff's wedding photography slideshow from their wedding at the Hyatt on Clearwater Beach, Florida....
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I had the pleasure of photographing Amber and David's Tampa wedding at the Westin Harbour Island and am so excited to unveil their wedding photography video. I knew at their engagement session that...
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Rain looked at me and said, "I know I should be nervous right now. But I am just so excited. Today I get to marry my best friend", and a glow came across her face that made the room light up. ...
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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...
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Under a perfect sky on Saturday, David and Amber got married in Tampa at the Westin Tampa Harbour Island. The day could not have been more fabulous for this couple (who is so madly in love it gives...
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I was so excited to photograph Nicole and Art's Tampa wedding. When I received their couture wedding album showcasing their amazing evening, I was even more thrilled! They chose a stunning 12x12...
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I know Maryangela and Alan are on the edge of their seats, dying to see their wedding photography slideshow from their beach wedding on St. Petersburg Beach- so here it is. I hope this makes you both...
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I knew after I photographed Maryangela and Alan's wedding on St.Petersburg Beach at The Tradewinds, that their trash the dress session was going to be a blast. After all, they are both stunning and...
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I had a really good feeling about Alan and Maryangela the first time I met them at my studio. It was obvious that they were crazy in love with each other and could not wait to get married. ...
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I love unveiling a bride and groom's wedding photography video to them for the first time. I love sitting with them in my studio and just watching them re-live their wedding day as they see it for...
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I knew immediately at Ray and Nadiah's engagement session that their wedding was going to be a blast to photograph. Let's start with the obvious. These two are simply put...stunning. Their...
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I knew immediately that Dana and I were going to get along. You see, she too is a Gator alumni. (YES!!) So I was more than thrilled to head to St. Armand's Circle in Sarasota, FL for her and...
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If you watched Camie and Bubba's wedding below, you will really enjoy their "Haute and Hitched" trash the dress session that we did on Clearwater Beach, Florida (the day after their wedding!). Here...
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Camie and William's wedding video makes me smile. I hope that these memories from your Clearwater Beach, Florida wedding make you smile for many years to come, Cam and Bubba!! :) A
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It's all the rage. Everybody's doing it. And let's be honest....what bride does not want to put her wedding dress back on and play princess for the day? It's the Trash the Dress portrait...
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Hey brides-to-be! Want your make-up to look (and photograph) flawlessly on your wedding day? Here are some tips to keep you looking fresh and fab: 1. BLEND, BLEND, BLEND. You can use your...
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I first met Camie and William (or Bubba as he is called by loved ones) when Camie had e-mailed me about her Clearwater Beach wedding last year. Her e-mail made me smile. I could tell she was a...
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Once a month I attend the Professional Photographers of America's local guild, the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association (TAPPA). Our guild consists of over 150 local Tampa Bay...
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Amber and David make me smile. Maybe because I can tell that they make each other smile so much. And isn't that what love and marriage are all about?! I cannot wait to photograph their wedding...
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They met in college at St. Leo, and their love has not stopped growing ever since. When I listened to the speeches at Nicole and Arthur's wedding, I got all choked up. The sentiments were true,...
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My first meeting with Camie was online. You see, she and William live in Ohio and they found me online in their quest to secure a wedding photographer for their St. Petersburg Beach wedding in...
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They go together like peanut butter and jelly, like Lady and the Tramp (my favorite childhood movie), like yin and yang. When I first met Jessica and Bert, I could just tell they were meant to...
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You know that feeling you get when you are around two people who absolutely adore each other? Well, you cannot help but feel that warm, mushy feeling when you are around Nadiah and Ray. They are...
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It was supposed to be a big, elaborate event. All of their friends and family, all the formality of a traditional wedding. But instead, Tricia and Scott opted to elope, to Napa. Just the two of...
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When Kim first called me, she had a story to share. A true reason why she wanted (and NEEDED) custom portrait photography. You see, she and Wes would be celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary on...
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Ok, ok, so I am so behind on my blog posts- I know. That's 10 lashings with a wet noodle! This is my busiest time of year with sessions every day and night, events out the wazoo, workshops,...
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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...
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This has to be one of the funniest things I have ever seen! One of my clients emailed me this YouTube link and I just had to share. I have no idea who this couple is, or where the wedding was, but...
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Just an FYI, I will be out of the studio photographing a wedding in Rhode Island. I will be back in the studio Wednesday, July 1. I will return all calls and e-mails when I return. Have a...
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Yippee! My new wedding website is alive and kicking! I have been photographing weddings (and engagement sessions, trash the dress sessions, bridal sessions...) for a while now, and felt it...
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Jen never had a bridal session. She and Charlie have been married for 8 years now...and let's face it- every girl wants a bridal photgraphy session. Or a Trash the Dress session. Whatever you...
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Laurie had a vision. For her wedding she wanted to go for a vintage/glam look with an edge, red lips, and of course...a field! Gary was such a trouper! Here are some of my faves! Enjoy your...
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It's the latest craze in wedding (actually post wedding) photography- and it is a blast! Face it-after the wedding, the dress gets all boxed up (or in my case...shoved in a dress bag, with all it's...
Hey brides-to-be! Want your make-up to look (and photograph) flawlessly on your wedding day? Here are some tips to keep you looking fresh and fab: 1. BLEND, BLEND, BLEND. You can use your everyday makeup, but use more than your normally use every day. Many makeup professionals use airbrush makeup, the method of choice for high-definition TV, because it is lightweight, waterproof and gives flawless coverage. 2. SOMETIMES LESS IS...
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Isn't this just the most gorgeous family ever? I had a great time with the "D" family during their Tampa family portrait session. We strolled down to Davis Island for the evening and had the most...
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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...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is about the boss lady, Andi! During Andi's senior year of high school, she skipped homecoming to camp out for tickets to see U2's "One" tour in concert. Sure enough,...
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We at ADP wanted to wish everyone a happy and safe 4th of July! Bring on the BBQ's, drinks, pools, fireworks, and everything else in between.
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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...
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A little rain never hurt anybody, and it didn't stop us from creating a beautiful engagement session for Caprice and Matt! These two love-birds are making their wedding a royal affair so we ventured...
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Oh, sweet baby Scarlett was such a good little model in the studio for her Tampa newborn session. She will be getting lots of love from her amazing mom and dad, as well as her grandparents who flew...
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Ohhhh....baby Dean is just so sweet and delicious! This new little bundle was the perfect model for his Tampa newborn photography session at home. He is now the youngest of 4 (two older brothers and...
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Summer is here, which means it is tome for VACATION! And where do Floridians vacation….FLORIDA of course! And is currently on vacation, to the same place she goes every year for a week with her...
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Loved having McKenna into the studio for her senior portraits! She just finished up her senior year at Plant High School and she is just one gorgeous young lady!
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We are so glad that Andi Diamond Photography got to take part in the Brides Against Breast Cancer Event at NOVA. Tampa brides had the opportunity to browse through new and lovingly worn designer and...
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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...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! I am proud to say that I will soon be a South Tampa resident! I have lived in Palm Harbor, New Tampa, and St. Petersburg- and now I will finally...
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These two little lovebirds are just the cutest. Andi and I smiled and laughed the entire evening with them, no really. We love when couples show up ready to have fun, and they did just that for their...
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We had such a rockin' maternity session for Francelly and Angel that there was no doubt baby Aria's Tampa newborn photography session would be any different. She is just the sweetest little thing,...
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How amazingly gorgeous are these parents-to-be? We lucked out with a beautiful evening in Tampa Bay to create some maternity portraits for the "E" family, who will be welcoming their first...
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Love having new delicious babies into the studio. This special occasion was for baby Everlee's newborn photography session- as she is just a doll! Loved having the opportunity to capture some...
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Ohhh, how I just love beautiful Florida sunshine. Mix that with an amazing family portrait session and you get all of this goodness! It was a perfect day to the "Q" family's Tampa session, and...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about the head honcho- Andi! One of her favorite new things (well, new to Tampa anyways) is Trader Joe's! This new little slice of heaven opened just a few blocks...
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We had such a beautiful evening capturing Maria and Todd's nuptials on the private beach of Carlouel Yacht Club. The intimacy of their commitment was exactly what they wanted, and it truly was a...
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We were honored to be able to capture some Tampa family photography portraits for the totally adorable "N" family! Baby Ava is just as sweet as pie- look at that face! We had a great time playing...
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This week's Fun Fact is all about Andi! Andi will be competing in the St. Anthony's Triathlon this Sunday, April 27th in St. Pete! She is fundraising to help the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society find a...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! One thing I absolutely LOVE.. are candles. I need to have them in every room of my house (all different scents, of course) and I always light...
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It's always refreshing to have a ROCKIN' session with a beautiful and talented high school senior. This Tampa senior photography session for Megan was so relaxed and natural; she is sweet and...
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This week's fun fact friday is all about Andi! One thing Andi loves to do is eat, but on the other hand...she HATES to cook. In fact, she states that she is a terrible chef. Her solution to this...
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What a gorgeous day we had for this nautical inspired maternity session in Tampa Bay. This will be the first baby for the lovely couple (not including their two precious pups) and they are so excited...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! I thought I would share some of my favorite TV guilty pleasures for my fun fact, here we go! 1. The Walking Dead: This show is currently my #1, I...
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So excited that Every Last Detail has published Ashlee and Glenn's beautiful South Tampa wedding on their site! This was such a special day for us to capture and we hope everyone on the interwebs...
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This week's "FFF" is all about, Andi! One thing Andi is not, is a morning person. BUT she wishes she was so she is turning to technology to help. Introducing....The Peaceful Progression Wake-up...
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This week's fun fact is all about me, Kristin! One fact about me (that I recently started) is taking oil of oregano everyday. WHAT? Well, my sister actually got me onto the kick- she was told it...
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Valeshia is a girl after my own heart...she LOVES her birthday and wants to celebrate ALL MONTH LONG. Nothing wrong with that right?! So...
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Look at this new little bundle of joy, baby Beckett! I have been photographing the McDarby family for many years now and I love getting the chance to see them- especially for a Tampa newborn session....
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is about me, Kristin! One thing I am OBSESSED with is...Samoa Girl Scout cookies. So what if I bought 6 boxes the other day? The funny thing is that I actually don't like...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is about the boss, Andi! One of Andi's guiltiest pleasures is a good old fashioned cup of lemonade. The catch? It has to be the perfect combination of sweet and tart. Some...
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I love getting to see the Cielo family! This special occasion was for baby Cruz's Tampa newborn photography session, and I must say, he is quite a stud. I photographed big brother Rocco when he was...
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I had such a great time photographing this Mad Men themed 50th birthday party for Frank, what a cool idea! Andi just so happen to be a guest of the party so I tagged along to capture all of...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is about me, Kristin! One thing I love to watch is reality television. I have recently found a show that I am obsessed with and have already watched the whole first season...
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We love having new, sweet little babies into the studio! Baby Brody was the star of this Tampa newborn photography session and we just had to show him off to all of our followers. Congrats to our...
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Today's fun fact is about me, Andi. I wanted to share one of my daily beauty regimens that is an absolute MUST for me. Origins No Puffery! I LOVE this stuff. I live for this stuff-...
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Such a fun evening at Rocking H Ranch for their annual Taste of Agriculture dinner and raffle. There were a lot of boots and hats at this Lakeland event..and I even showed up in my cowgirl boots! The...
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Yay! Susie and Dan's fabulous Haute & Hitched stylized post-wedding session was just published on Trendy Groom! We are so happy that people will get to see what an amazingly beautiful session we...
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I love when we design and assemble albums from weddings or portrait sessions. It gives our clients a tangible piece of artwork to hold in their hands and cherish for a lifetime. Here is the album...
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Had a great time creating family portraits of the "D" family! Their Odessa family photography session was at their lovely property in Odessa and a lot of laughs were happening throughout the evening,...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about ME, Kristin! One thing most people don't know about me is that I am allergic to oranges. Wait, what? YES..it's true! I live in the sunshine state but I...
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I've been so excited to blog this post-wedding stylized session that took place at Tampa Bay Watch, because it is stunning! We had gorgeous weather, superb details thanks to A Linen Valley and...
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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...
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So, if you have ever received a card from Andi you will realize what terrible handwriting she has. You might be thinking, "Wow Kristin, that's rude..," but Andi herself knows this and I continue to...
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We are SO excited about our Haute & Hitched post-wedding session getting published in Aisle Ready!! Planning and executing this fabulous stylized session with some of Tampa's most talented...
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Starting off this work week with another fabulous publication! Mari and Brett's lovely Tampa wedding was just published on Borrowed & Blue. It was truly a special day and I hope it reaches the...
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For Steve and Julie, love is even more lovely the second time around. Their St. Petersburg waterfront ceremony was intimate, meaningful, and emotional-just the way they had envisioned it. Their...
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Yeah! ADP loves when our super fabulous couples get published! Borrowed & Blue has featured Amanda and Aj's Tampa wedding and we are thrilled that others will get to see what a beautiful and...
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How special is this surprise engagement session at Clearwater beach for Chaten and Anslee? I love it! Chaten had contacted me, wanting to document this very memorable moment for the two of them, and...
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Wow! We are so pleased to share that Liz and Darryl's fabulous Tampa wedding was published on Grace Ormonde Wedding Style! What a great way for ADP to kick off 2014, we are honored! To read their...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! I thought I would share a few of my favorite things (cue Julie Andrews). 1. Chocolate covered almonds. I carry almonds with me everywhere I go-...
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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...
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We had such a great day in Lakeland for Yasmin and Derek's Tampa engagement photography session. It was at a very beautiful country property called Rocking H Ranch, and the scenery was just...
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Woohoo! One of our fabulous brides just had her Tampa wedding day boudoir session published on Melissa Hearts Weddings! We had such a fun time! To read the article and see more images, click the...
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I have been photographing the lovely Ramirez family for years now, they are just one good looking family! I love getting the pleasure to see them throughout the year and this Tampa family session...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about the boss lady, Andi! One of her guiltiest pleasures? Krispy Kreme! Well, isn't that one of everybodys? Andi can't indulge in this pleasure often (she likes to...
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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...
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Our ADP Pre-Holiday Party was such a blast! I am so thrilled about how everything came together, it looked AMAZING! Thank you to all of my friends, clients, and vendors who stopped by; I am glad you...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! One thing I am a big fan of is country music (I did grow up in Indiana and was surrounded by cornfields after all). My favorite singer, and...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about the boss, Andi! One thing Andi admits to having is a freakishly strong sense of smell. What are some of her likes and dislikes? Well...for starters she...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about Patrick! Do you like to karaoke? Patrick sure as heck does and he is spilling his two favorite go-to songs at the moment. These may surprise you: "Hey Ya" by...
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We had a great time at our recent Boudoir Party and it is safe to say that it was HOT HOT HOT! We wanted to show off some of the sexy images we captured and give a little sneak peek of the beautiful...
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Yay! Karen and David's beautiful St. Petersburg wedding was just published on Bisou Bride! I adore them and am so happy I had the privilege of capturing their special day. To see more of their images...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about Andi! One thing about Andi that most people would't know is that she has hitchhiker thumbs! Uhhhh...huh? Her hitchhiker thumbs are actually a genetic trait...
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We are so happy that John and Tara's awesome Clearwater Beach wedding has been published on In Bliss! We had such a blast that day and feel honored to have been with them on their special day. You...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about ME, Kristin! One thing I am good at (or like to think I am good at) is grammar and spelling. In high school I was actually on the Spell Bowl team, and being...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about the head honcho, Andi! One thing Andi admits to loving is the smell of coffee. But, one thing that makes her different from every other coffee connoisseur out...
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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...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about Patty Cakers! Since moving to attend UF, Patrick (our Gainesville wedding photographer), is now a full time bike commuter! (Cue me panting like a dog..biking...
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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...
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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...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! Something pretty apparent to people I know (but not to y'all) is that I am basically an old soul trapped in a young person's body. For starters,...
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Happy Friday! This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about Andi; one thing she loves...driving stick shift (and she is a firm believer that every woman should know how to drive stick...if you don't, call...
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This week's ADP Fun Fact Friday is all about Patrick! Patrick is the first to admit that he is a total tech-nerd and is constantly looking at new photo toys, lights, and cameras coming out. On the...
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We are so excited that Tara and Duane's Tampa engagement session was published on In Bliss! They are great friends of mine and I am so happy for them. Everyone go and check it out by clicking on the...
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Howdy y'all! This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! I thought I would share a brief (very brief) backstory of my life and how I came to live in Tampa. My roots all started in a small...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about the boss, Andi! She is sharing who her all time favorite American Idol is...Kelly Clarkson! in 2002 Kelly won the first season of American Idol dubbing...
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Modern day technology has brought a rise to capturing moments on the fly. Not only do we capture them, but we can edit, Facebook, Instagram, tweet, e-mail, blog, text them, etc. for all of our...
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This week's fun fact is all about Patrick, aka Patty Cakes. One recent (and huge) decision he has made is moving to Gainesville to continue his education and work towards his BFA in creative...
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Where has the time gone? I can not believe that the 4th is already here; it is such a momentus day for the United States and calls for celebration with friends and family. We here at Andi Diamond...
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Ben recently came into the Andi Diamond Photography studio to have his senior portrait session. He just graduated from Plant High School and will be attending FSU in the fall. Congratulations Ben,...
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Andi Diamond Photography will be at the Tampa Kids Market in Hyde Park Village this Sunday the 7th from 10-3 PM. It is in conjunction with the Hyde Park Fresh Market in Hyde Park Village that takes...
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This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! I am pretty much know for being a goof; in middle school and high school I was voted class clown and still to this day take pride in it (that's...
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I always love when I get the opportunity to photograph this beautiful family! We ended up traveling out to Dade City and couldn't have asked for better weather that day. Every family portrait session...
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We had the special privilege recently to photograph the Children's Cancer Center's Scholarship Recipient Dinner. Their scholarship program, organized by the Children's Cancer Center and the Covelli...
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I am so happy that Heather and Steve's St. Petersburg wedding was published on In Bliss! Want to read the article and see more images from their special day? Click on the photo below to check it out!...
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I was so honored to capture Elizabeth and and David's engagement session, they are such a cute and fun couple (both FSU alumni) who love to be outdoors and we couldn't have asked for a better day. I...
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At ADP we love getting the opportunity to educate clients as well as other photographers. We have had some questions lately about copyright and usage rights and what they mean. For instance,...
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So excited that our article, "The Benefits of Having an Engagement Session," was published on In Bliss! Click on the photo to read all about it!
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What a great day for the M family! I always love capturing portraits sessions for them and their two adorable little boys. The rain held out for us this day and we were able to get some great...
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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...
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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...
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Hey guys! This week's Fun Fact Friday is all about me, Kristin! There are so many random and weird things about me, which are mostly embarrassing, but I figured I would kick off my first fun fact...
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Team ADP got the opportunity today to photograph an awesome fitness session for Haley! Haley has been working hard to reach some of her fitness goals and wanted to reward herself with a photo-shoot...
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Want to know one of the latest trends in wedding photography? Well, for you future brides it involves a lot less clothing than your wedding gown. Boudoir! This isn't just your typical boudoir session...
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We recently got the opportunity to photograph a beautiful couple named Catrece and Bob that has now been published on Pretty Pear Bride. Check out their country inspired session HERE!
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Hello everyone! We are starting a new weekly blog trend here at Andi Diamond Photography: Fun Fact Friday! As photographers we love the getting the chance to learn about our clients and hear all...
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We are SO excited to share with you the first video from our new monthly video series - Diamonds & Pearls, bringing sparkles of education and pearls of wisdom. The series will highlight useful...
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Sisters Karen, Lisa, Sue and Jenny rarely have a chance to see each other. Scattered between California and Europe it's hard for them to reunite, even for the holidays. So this year, they came up...
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I've seen a lot of cute engagement sessions on Pinterest lately where couples have brought their "fur babies" along for the shoot. Let me just say, I love this idea! Engagement sessions are all about...
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Shawn and Kathy are probably one of the most adorable couples I've had the pleasure of photographing (and that's saying a lot!). They've been friends for 10 years, but only started dating when Shawn...
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We got an email from Two Bright Lights this morning congratulating us for being among the top 5% of their members in 2012 for wedding photography and children's photography! We're honored to have...
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....
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When Amanda and AJ first started dating, their chemistry was undeniable....even though she is a Nole and he is a Gator! Their common interests overruled their loves for rival state universities;...
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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...
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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...
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I was so excited to photograph Nicole and Art's Tampa wedding. When I received their couture wedding album showcasing their amazing evening, I was even more thrilled! They chose a stunning 12x12...
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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...
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So early the next morning, after Maryangela and Alan's St. Pete beach wedding, we met back at the beach for their Trash the Dress session. I LOVE trash the dress sessions, I like to call them...
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I know Maryangela and Alan are on the edge of their seats, dying to see their wedding photography slideshow from their beach wedding on St. Petersburg Beach- so here it is. I hope this makes you both...
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I knew after I photographed Maryangela and Alan's wedding on St.Petersburg Beach at The Tradewinds, that their trash the dress session was going to be a blast. After all, they are both stunning and...
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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...
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I had a really good feeling about Alan and Maryangela the first time I met them at my studio. It was obvious that they were crazy in love with each other and could not wait to get married. ...
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I love unveiling a bride and groom's wedding photography video to them for the first time. I love sitting with them in my studio and just watching them re-live their wedding day as they see it for...
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Hey Class of 2011! Now is the time to get your high school senior portraits created, and now is the time to become a high school senior model rep for Andi Diamond Photography! One of the most...
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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,...
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I knew immediately at Ray and Nadiah's engagement session that their wedding was going to be a blast to photograph. Let's start with the obvious. These two are simply put...stunning. Their...
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I looked out of the studio and giggled as I saw Trisha and Dan strolling up for their maternity portrait session. Dan had his shirts all neatly folded over his arm and Trisha rolled a huge suitcase...
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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...
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I knew immediately that Dana and I were going to get along. You see, she too is a Gator alumni. (YES!!) So I was more than thrilled to head to St. Armand's Circle in Sarasota, FL for her and...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Do you LOVE Facebook? I know you do- and so does Andi Diamond Photography! So I am having our first Facebook profile party on Monday, July 12, 2010 between 10am and 6:30pm. Get a great new...
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Seriously....the J. family is always so polished and put together. It actually is not fair, and I guess I am a bit jealous- there I said it. Stomp, stomp. It probably has something to do with...
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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...
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I was both surprised and impressed when I got this call. Leighton and David's mother will be celebrating her birthday soon, and the guys decided that the perfect gift for her would be a custom...
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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...
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If you watched Camie and Bubba's wedding below, you will really enjoy their "Haute and Hitched" trash the dress session that we did on Clearwater Beach, Florida (the day after their wedding!). Here...
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Camie and William's wedding video makes me smile. I hope that these memories from your Clearwater Beach, Florida wedding make you smile for many years to come, Cam and Bubba!! :) A
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I was honored to be able to photograph the Coconut Ball in Gainesville, Florida at the Touchdown Terrace on Saturday night to benefit the St. Patrick Interparish School, celebrating their 50th...
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Actually, I prefer to call it "constructive feedback" and not "critique" or "constructive criticism," which has a horribly negative feel to it. The whole point of feedback is to learn and get...
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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...
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Stefanie walked into my studio, bags in hand, ready for her maternity portrait session. By the looks of her belly, you would never guess that she will be delivering a baby boy in just a few short...
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It's all the rage. Everybody's doing it. And let's be honest....what bride does not want to put her wedding dress back on and play princess for the day? It's the Trash the Dress portrait...
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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...
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I first met Camie and William (or Bubba as he is called by loved ones) when Camie had e-mailed me about her Clearwater Beach wedding last year. Her e-mail made me smile. I could tell she was a...
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I recently had the pleasure of photographing sweet baby, Slayton, and her big sis, Marler. Like most newborn photo session, we had a lot of laughs, a lot of "aww's" and a lot of, well, poo. ...
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I had the honor and pleasure of being the photographer for the Mike Alstott Family Foundation's Golf Pairings Party for the Celebrity Outdoor Weekend on Sunday in Clearwater. The event benefited...
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I love photographing newborns. I love the folds of their little bodies. I love how tender and sweet their skin is. I especially love capturing the relationship between the baby and his family,...
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Once a month I attend the Professional Photographers of America's local guild, the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association (TAPPA). Our guild consists of over 150 local Tampa Bay...
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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...
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Or at least that is how her big brother, Logan, refers to her. He doesn't mean anything mean by it. You see, he is 3, and Disney is his most favorite place in the whole, wide world. So it is...
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Hey all you high school juniors and seniors in Tampa Bay! It's time for your seniors portraits (yeah, even you class of 2010 graduating seniors can still have your senior portraits done....ask me...
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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...
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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,...
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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
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Amber and David make me smile. Maybe because I can tell that they make each other smile so much. And isn't that what love and marriage are all about?! I cannot wait to photograph their wedding...
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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...
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The ole' blog is FINALLY back up- so sorry for the downtime! In my upgrade process, it seems there were some snafu's and down it went! I never realized how much it was read until it went down and...
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So thrilled to announce that Andi Diamond Photography will be at International Plaza this Friday through Sunday! Such a big honor and huge stepping stone for my business. I am super excited and...
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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...
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They met in college at St. Leo, and their love has not stopped growing ever since. When I listened to the speeches at Nicole and Arthur's wedding, I got all choked up. The sentiments were true,...
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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...
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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,...
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Just as cute and as sweet as she could be, Lily is here to be adored by her whole family- especially big sis, Chloe! Funny story with this newborn session. As with many parents of newborns, you...
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It has been weeks in the making- and now....drum roll please...... my very own photography iPhone app is finally LIVE! So go to iTunes, check out the iDiamond, download it, love it...like I do! ...
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Pete and I have been very blessed to be a part of the Circle of Friends for the past 10 years. When our friend Jerry Wunsch was the offensive tackle for the Bucs, he started the Wunsch Family...
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My first meeting with Camie was online. You see, she and William live in Ohio and they found me online in their quest to secure a wedding photographer for their St. Petersburg Beach wedding in...
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They go together like peanut butter and jelly, like Lady and the Tramp (my favorite childhood movie), like yin and yang. When I first met Jessica and Bert, I could just tell they were meant to...
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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...
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As if this Florida girl was not cold enough, I am headed to Nashville, Tenn for Imaging USA! Bbbrrr! It is the Professional Photographers of America's national conference and I can't wait! The...
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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,...
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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...
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You know that feeling you get when you are around two people who absolutely adore each other? Well, you cannot help but feel that warm, mushy feeling when you are around Nadiah and Ray. They are...
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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,...
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It was supposed to be a big, elaborate event. All of their friends and family, all the formality of a traditional wedding. But instead, Tricia and Scott opted to elope, to Napa. Just the two of...
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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,...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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! ...
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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...
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Maternity photography to me is such a treat! I love capturing a woman's curves and beauty as she awaits with anxious anticipation the most exciting experience of her life. Heather simply glowed...
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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...
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I LOVE when clients e-mail me pictures of their artwork hanging on their walls from our portrait sessions together. Makes me all warm and fuzzy inside! The L. Family really took my tag line "Be...
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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...
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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...
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When Kim first called me, she had a story to share. A true reason why she wanted (and NEEDED) custom portrait photography. You see, she and Wes would be celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary on...
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Ok, ok, so I am so behind on my blog posts- I know. That's 10 lashings with a wet noodle! This is my busiest time of year with sessions every day and night, events out the wazoo, workshops,...
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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...
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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...
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Lots of fun stuff going on around the Andi Diamond Photography studio on MacDill Ave! Here are a couple event reminders for you:"Does This Clutter Make my Butt Look Big?" Join Heather Lambie, of...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Fancy to get fit and look fab the feminine way? Attend Fit and Fabs Fabulous Fund Raising Event for Females of all Ages! All proceeds, for this event, will benefit Dress for Success Tampa Bay. You...
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What an amazing day Saturday was in Hyde Park Village! Level 2 Salon hosted Locks of Love and Andi Diamond Photography was there to capture the joy, tears, and excitement! Over 40 ponytails were...
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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...
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FREE portraits with Andi Diamond Photography! HOW? Well....join me this Saturday, October 3 from 10am-2pm in Hyde Park Village for an amazing event! Not only will Hyde Park be hosting its...
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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...
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Join Heather Lambie, of Your Home Editor, Certified Professional Organizer, on October 23 at 7pm at the studio of Andi Diamond Photography for her workshop, "Does This Clutter Make My Butt Look...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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I kept running that old commercial slogan through my head. Yes, I'll admit- that is how I felt in Dan and Giselle's maternity portrait session. But the truth is, Giselle is way too sweet to have...
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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...
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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...
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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). ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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On Cloud Nine - Dressed to the Nines - The Whole Nine Yards Today is a special day, one that won't occur again for 100 years. Today is September 9, 2009. To celebrate the uniqueness of today, Andi...
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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...
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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...
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Sign up NOW for Your Home Editor's next workshop series at my studio in South Tampa, starting this Wednesday! For only $105, you will receive 4 sessions and a life time of knowledge!Visit Heather's...
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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...
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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...
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Look out Jillian from The Biggest Loser.....meet Natalie Johnson! If you are a frequent blog stalker, you may recall a previous post where I first introduced Natalie. Well, I finally got her...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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I am a teeth person. Does that sound funny? Well, I am! I always have been. It is one of the first things I notice on a person. And Dr. Jan Cornelius has NICE TEETH! Jan came to me for...
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I am so excited to introduce you to the newest member of Andi Diamond Photography....Brittany! Brittany has actually been with me for a few months now, but we finally got around to her...
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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...
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When I say soon....I mean soon- as in a few days from now Barbara and Andrew will be welcoming their first baby into the world! I had so much fun photographing their maternity session. There were...
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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. ...
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As no shocking surprise to my avid blog stalkers...I HEART maternity portrait sessions! LOVE them! Vicky's maternity session was no exception. I love seeing a woman's confidence transform right...
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This has to be one of the funniest things I have ever seen! One of my clients emailed me this YouTube link and I just had to share. I have no idea who this couple is, or where the wedding was, but...
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Jen never had a bridal session. She and Charlie have been married for 8 years now...and let's face it- every girl wants a bridal photgraphy session. Or a Trash the Dress session. Whatever you...
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Laurie had a vision. For her wedding she wanted to go for a vintage/glam look with an edge, red lips, and of course...a field! Gary was such a trouper! Here are some of my faves! Enjoy your...
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It's the latest craze in wedding (actually post wedding) photography- and it is a blast! Face it-after the wedding, the dress gets all boxed up (or in my case...shoved in a dress bag, with all it's...
