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, real, and sincere. I felt it, and so did everyone else in the room. The wedding that was months and months in the making was finally here- and these two could not have been more thrilled.I know this will make Arlene smile (Art's mom is so into...
Welcome to 2012, Andi- where Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram, and a plethora of other social media have taken over; and I cannot seem to keep up! Today I became the newest member of Pinterest. ...
Ten years ago, on the rainiest day that Tampa has ever seen, I married my best friend. OK, so maybe it was not THE rainiest day- but to this bride it sure seemed that way. It was rainy enough to...
One of the key elements in creating beautiful portraits is looking and feeling your best, which includes the proper make-up. (I am lucky most mornings to even get my make-up on between going to the...
Recently I sat down in our studio with News Channel 8's Stacie Schabile, to be interviewed on a news story she was doing on Effective Complaining (which my sweet husband says I am really good...
I want to invite all of my Andi Diamond Photography families and friends out to Hyde Park in South Tampa on Saturday, November 20, 2010 for Heel to Heal, a 5k and 1 mile family fun run to benefit the...
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,...
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...
I am so excited that Andi Diamond Photography continues to grow- and it is all because of my wonderfully supportive clients. So I am thrilled to announce that I am looking for a new team member to...
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...
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...
Do things look a a little different around here? They do for me, too! I have upgraded my blog and the process of getting everything jut how I want it might take me a bit (which is really no...
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
So you have probably heard this urban legend but the cookies are so good and I thought it was worth sharing. Anyone who brings me some will get a $100 print credit (I really LOVE cookies!) :) ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
I love watching siblings interact- especially at a portrait session. Clearly every family member has his/her own personality and I love the task of trying to capture it while we all interact...
As you may know, the past couple months have been very challenging for my family. My Dad was in critical care in the ICU and the doctors were not too positive on the outcome of his condition. I am...
It seems like I have been photographing alot of precious little boys recently, so it was fitting that my first little girl in a while be as beautiful as Ava. Boy, is her daddy going to be in...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
So excited and happy to report that my Dad came home today! After 2 weeks of complete h*ll, he was able to leave Tampa General Hospital today (which by the way- the staff there was amazing!). He...
My dad is so close to coming home from Tampa General Hospital. He is actually ready for discharge now but there were some issues with his insurance and home health care today. So, if all goes...
Great news- my Dad is doing wonderful! It has been a very challenging week for him (and me), but he was transferred out of the critical care unit and will probably be coming home this week!! ...
Dear Friends and Clients, My dad is in critical care in the hospital in South Florida. Â The studio will be closed tomorrow, Monday, August 23 until further notice. Â Tuesday's workshop is...
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...
Andi Diamond Photography will be closed today through Sunday, August 16. I will be on a much needed vacation with my family at the beach, soaking up some rays (but not like when I was a teen-ager...
Just a quick note to wish all of my amazing clients and their families a happy and safe 4th of July! I hope you get to spend some quality time with the ones you love and enjoy some beautiful...
This month's spotlight is on Natalie Johnson, owner of Stroller Strides and Fit Chicks Enterprises. I think it is safe to call her a fitness "guru" as she has worked in the fitness industry her...
Just a quick post to wish a very Happy Father's Day to all my clients out there who are daddies! Of course, a HUGE Happy Father's Day goes out to my Dad in South Florida- love you dad!  ...
Come visit me at Smarty Pants on Thursday, June 18th from 5-8 pm for their GRAND RE-OPENING! They will have all kinds of great specials, adorable clothes, and WINE! What a great way to spend...
What an AWESOME event today in Hyde Park! Sure it was hot (OK, it was down right sweaty!), but the atmosphere was a blast, the kids were having an incredible time, there were a ton of fun things...
Looking for something fun to do on Saturday? Come visit Andi Diamond Photography at Fit Kids Playground!Here is the skinny: Fit Kids Playground When: Saturday, June 13th, 10am-2pm Where: Hyde...
I am a firm believer that everyone should have images of their family as artwork in their homes. I am also a big believer that moms need to be IN that artwork. (And I really love being in...
ME! Yep..it's my birthday today and I am a HUGE birthday freak...always have been and I am guessing I always will be. 25 at last...he he... It's the one day of the year when it is all about...
I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected to shoot the cover for UC Tampa Magazine's cover photo contest!Here are the details: Enter your child(ren)’s photo in UC Tampa’s...
I know...it's a day late! But to my defense, I was spending a beautiful weekend with my son and hubby out at the beach and did not even think about work. It is amazing how being only 30...
I am so thrilled and honored! I got an email Saturday morning from a fellow photographer congratulating me on winning best children's photographer in Tampa Bay by Baby News Bits! That made my...
OK, so math was never my strong suit. I avoided any math, statistics, or accounting classes in high school or college (I was also never a big history fan...but I digress..) I went to a PPA's...
Pete and I are leaving tomorrow for chilly Wausau, WI! Since 2001 we have had the honor of chaperoning the winter trip with the Wunsch Family Foundation. Our friend Jerry Wunsch started the...
What a fun, crazy week Tampa had for the Super Bowl! I have a few fun stories myself so here we go! Starting with Jordin Sparks! OK, so I admit...I LOVE American Idol- I have ever since...
Two weeks ago we went to South Florida for the national championship game. We had dinner with my grandma and then spent the following day with her. All seemed great- as great as things can be...
What a super exciting day in American history! Even my two year old had his eyes glued to the TV saying "Mommy, it is Ba Wok A Baba"- you would have to hear him say it...but trust me- it is the...
I am back from my conference in Phoenix- and full of ideas, inspiration, motivation, and excitement. Professional conferences tend to do that to most people and Imaging USA was no exception! ...
I will be out of the studio until Thursday, January 15 at Imaging USA, the Professional Photographers of America's national conference in Pheonix. I am very excited! I will be available via...
Orange and Blue....let's Go GATORS! And they sure did! WOW! What an amazing game! I was nervous enough to be one of the players! Pete lost his voice. We were both in and out...
I mean WIN the national championship! I am so excited! It is going to be a great game and I have a very good feeling about the Gators bringing home the title! I will be out of the studio...
I cannot believe 2009 is here! It seems the older I get, the faster time flies by (ok....now I sound like my mother!) Being the "big" gambler that I am, we went to Hard Rock for new years...
Whew! What a long and fun several days out at the Junior League Holiday Gift Market! This was my first year participating and I loved it! It was incredible meeting so many new...
I am super excited to annouce that Andi Diamond Photography is going to be a vendor at the Junior League's Holiday Gift Market this year at the Florida State Fairgrounds, November 6-9! Plan on...
Just a quick snip-it to encourage everyone to get out there and vote (if you have not already done so, and happen to be reading my blog instead! ha!!) Pete and I actually went on Saturday. In...
OK, so I have to admit- I usually delete these e-mails when I get them. I just don't have the time or the patience. (And really- I don't need the luck since I got an e-mail a few days ago saying...
I am so excited! I was published in a national photography magazine! If you have been reading my blog for a while, you already know about the Diamond Girls Gala that I had in February. I...
One of my clients e-mailed this to me. It was actually published in Housekeeping Monthly in 1955! Oh, how times have changed! ha! Of course Pete thinks it is full of good ideas! haha! ...
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 be. He makes her laugh, and she just rolls with the punches. She is organized and put together, and he is more lazaire fair. They just plain go together..and well! Jessica and Bert got married on Saturday and I was thrilled to capture their...
I got to spend the afternoon with the lovely Elinsky family and meet their newest addition! He is such cute little bundle of joy and I can tell that he will be getting a lot of love... especially...
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The Children's Cancer Center has been a charity that Pete and I have been involved with with many years and we absolutely love what they do for...
The thing I love most about personal branding sessions is seeing my client's take their passion and turn it into a business. Earlier this week I got to meet with Krista and create the first branding...
"How to get a bikini body: 1) buy a bikini 2) put it on your body." — Whitney, ADP Diamond Girl Wise words from an ADP Diamond Girl. I love it when my clients carrying on the mindset of self love...
Let's face it, butt acne is a thing. Even if it's a few bump hear and there, acne of the booty can put a damper on anyone esteem... especially on Boudoir day. Even though butt acne is an...
I LOVE helping women (and men, small businesses) SHINE when it comes to personal branding! Right or wrong, people make a judgement about you and your business within just a few seconds of looking at...
My heart was (and still is) so heavy amidst the events of George Floyd's death. I wanted to do something but getting caught in a peaceful protest that is sabotaged into a violent one was a risk that...
Hey ladies! It's time to address some elephants in the room. If you're having some doubts about doing boudoir, you are not alone:) Boudoir is an exciting experience and it shouldn't be giving you...
Hi Beauties! Black Friday is just around the corner! Scheduling a boudoir session with Andi Diamond Photography this holiday season is the perfect way to celebrate you. Our luxury experience...
Fierce and fabulous as always. I am so proud of my lovely ADP ladies. Taking charge and owning every inch of your body is the most liberating thing a woman could do. We all should embrace what makes...
This lovely couple had a fun-loving engagement session. Amy and Philipe spent their romantic day in the outdoors as we started off the session surrounded by Florida greenery. They brought...
What an unforgettable day for this family! I have photographed and watch Noah grow up since he was a toddler. It was such an amazing experience being able to document these special moments that I...
Now this is what I am talking about! She looked radiant in every moment! What better way to celebrate yourself, especially for your birthday! My client pulled out all the stops. She even brought a...
I cannot get enough of this at home newborn shoot! It was a hard pill to swallow shooting this little one in FSU gear, but I got over that quickly! Right before our eyes another ADP family has formed...
What a beautiful thing it has been to photography this little cutie every month for the first year of her life. Happy 1st Birthday and here is to many more heart warming, loving, family portraits....
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...
Trucks, tractors, cows... oh my! I still am not over how cute Anthony's first shoot was! He certainly was not shy of the camera, pulling our heart strings as he posed innocently while sucking on his...
A special thank you to all the beautiful woman who volunteer to be highlighted on the Andi Diamond Photography blog. We take our clients privacy very seriously and acknowledge that some may be...
My dear friend and fellow photographer, Jeanine, needed some updated headshots, so, she called me! I am so flattered that she came to me to do this for her. Jeanine McLeod is the owner of...
It was such an amazing day shooting this beautiful mother of six. That's right.. I said mother of six! I always love to see my client's confidence progress as we get further into the shoot. I could...
A beautiful setting for a beautiful family. Thank you for allowing me to capture you special memories. Your love for each other was so easy to capture. It is moments like these where the magic of...
Bright and gleaming! This is exactly what I aim for! I want every woman who gets behind my camera to radiate the joy that you see from this lovely lady down below. Woman hood is a beautiful thing so...
Sunsets are my jam! I was so happy to capture a stunning sunset in the background during Carolina and Kyle's engagement session. The session started off nice and cozy. We took some shots in their...
It was a perfect day in the St. Pete area for a picnic and an even better day for Kallie and Terrance's engagement session! This couple's bubbly dynamic shined during their session. You can really...
An unforgettable night at The Cuban Club, PACKED with energy! The perfect venue, awesome food, amazing entertainment, and a proposal! BlueGrace pulled out all the stops...including Flo Rida......
Clean and crisp. Professional and fierce. Inviting and strong-the perfect headshot formula. At Andi Diamond Photography, your headshots will capture more than just professionalism. They will capture...
Beauty sessions are all about the celebration of you, right now, in the moment, just as you are. This session is one of the best examples of what celebrating you precisely looks like. This session...
For years as the U family's photographer I have watched this family grow into the loving one that it is today. I always have a best time hanging out with this family and take some amazing family...
They grow up so fast, right before your eyes. I am so proud to say that I have been shooting this precious little girl her whole life. It is so important to preserve life’s most precious...
Beauty shoots ooze confidence and this newly wed was shinning during her beauty shoot. A woman showing off her femininity is so empowering and I am so fortunate to get to surround myself and shoot...
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...
A fun shoot for Noah in celebration of his upcoming Tampa Bar Mitzvah! It was a great time shooting at Plant High School. Noah is a big Miami Dolphins fan so it was important that we get some great...
The gift of a child! What a beautiful thing to shoot. I have been lucky enough to see this family grow into the beautiful one that it is today! It started off with Kelsey and Drew's engagement...
Look at this beautiful family…aren’t they stunning? I have been photographing them for years, and it has been a wonderful journey watching them grow! I recently photographed their laughs,...
Gorgeous water, beautiful sand, a stunning sunset; the B family’s family photo session was so much fun to capture! This lovely family comes all the way from Texas for Thanksgiving for a...
Back in the day, when my studio was based in my back yard, I photographed LB, as she was one of my very first clients! I have been photographing her for ten years now, as every year I get the...
The brand of your business is incredibly important! After all, it’s how you represent yourself professionally in the corporate world. That’s why, as a business owner myself, I am so honored to...
Aren’t charities wonderful? They provide society with the opportunity to make a change in this world! That’s why I was so honored to do a photoshoot for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, which...
Introducing baby Anthony! I've been photographing this family long before Anthony was even a gleam in his parents eyes. I photographed his parents engagement session and then their wedding and have...
Taking the time to add headshots to enhance your look in the business world is very beneficial! Your look goes a long way with your branding, whether in corporate, your own business or even as a...
Corinn wanted to do a Tampa beauty session to celebrate herself and her success, and I am so glad that she did. We started her session with corporate headshots so as to help update her look, which we...
For Jill's corporate headshots we wanted to go with more lifestyle type of session. We wanted the look and feel to match that of the homes that she frequently sells. So we staged her session...
Junior called me several weeks prior to this surprise engagement session to help him in the planning and scheming of his proposal to Faby. After several phone calls back-and-forth, we came up with...
It such a joy to meet this sweet little baby and capture her one month images. I'm also super excited to continue to watch her grow as she will be coming in every month so we can create portraits of...
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...
Heather and Jamie's Clearwater Beach wedding was just published on Borrowed and Blue! This was such a special day for us to witness and we are so glad other will get to see as well! To see more of...
Meet our next Gainesville wedding vendors, Leigh and Enrique! GainesvilleWeddingVendors.com was the brain child of Leigh and Enrique. They wanted to create a virtual market place for local vendors...
Meet our next Gainsesville wedding vendor, Ingrid Carney of Molliner Photography. Molliner Photography consists of Ingrid and Wayne, a husband and wife team that loves telling wedding stories. They...
It's always exciting when our sweet newborns get published. This Tampa newborn photography session was to welcome baby Cruz into the family, and he is just precious. Thank you Boundary Stone Baby for...
Meet our next Gainesville wedding vendor, Deborah! Deborah Louise is a Master Wedding Hair Designer. She combines her expert hair design skills with passion to create a unique masterwork for each...
We have some exciting news to share at the ADP office, we have officially expanded our brand to the Gainesville area! In doing so, we have had the opportunity to meet some fabulous wedding vendors...
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...
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...
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...
We got the opportunity recently to capture Stroller Strides with Fit4mom in Hyde Park Village. It was a tad bit chilly, but these tough moms stuck it out for this fun and unique workout! "Our...
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...
Woohoo! We love starting the day off with a fabulous St. Petersburg wedding publication on Knots Villa! ADP had such a great day with Tara and Duane and are so happy others will get to see how...
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...
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...
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...
In the spotlight for this week's "Fun Fact Friday" is the boss lady herself, Andi Diamond! I have to admit, when she told me what she wanted me to write for this week I was mildly disgusted and...
Could not have asked for a better day to photograph the C family! Tiffany, Larry, and their two boys were just a pleasure to work with and it was special time for them to be together while their...
This week our associate photographer Kristin got the chance to capture headshots for Miss University of South Florida, Meghan Palmer. Meghan, who is a self-proclaimed food addict and avid...
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....
Ten years ago, on the rainiest day that Tampa has ever seen, I married my best friend. OK, so maybe it was not THE rainiest day- but to this bride it sure seemed that way. It was rainy enough to...
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...
It is that time of year again- the reunion trip for the Circle of Friends and I cannot wait! Every year we take children with cancer and blood disorders from all around the United States to Wausau,...
Yes, you got that right! Andi Diamond Photography is gifting an "In The Pink" sterling silver necklace and photo charm (valued at $100) when you visit our kiosk at International Plaza in Tampa and...
I am thrilled to announce that Andi Diamond Photography is now one of the premiere custom photography vendors in Tampa, FL for In The Pink Designs. In The Pink Designs creates amazing photo jewelry...
We all have reasons for wanting to create family portraits. Maybe it is to capture a moment in time, to freeze the time and space during a special period in life, or to hold on to memories to keep...
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...
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...
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...
I am so excited that Andi Diamond Photography continues to grow- and it is all because of my wonderfully supportive clients. So I am thrilled to announce that I am looking for a new team member to...
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...
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...
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...
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...
I feel like I was just standing in my driveway (though it was 9 months ago already) when Vicky said, "I took the test.....and I passed". YIPPEE! The test of course was no ordinary math test. It...
I 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. ...
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,...
I think all of us moms will agree that we would be happy to have a Mother's Week or a Mother's Month even! I want to give you the opportunity to cherish this time with your children forever, so I...
I have been photographing Oliver since he was in his mommy's tummy- and now he is over a year old! (I also get to photograph his baby brother now, too!) Every time I see Oliver, I really want to...
Join me this Tuesday, April 6 at 6pm at Art Explorers in South Tampa. RSVP asap. It is going to be a great class and I am looking forward to teaching! Get ready for your homework assignment,...
I cannot imaging EVER having a portrait session like this. No, never! My clients would NEVER behave like this.... (he he...) Gotta love it! Happy Friday! :) Andi
The workshop is quickly approaching and I am very excited! Join Andi Diamond Photography on April 6, 2010 at 6pm at Art Explorers in South Tampa for my workshop on how to take better pictures of...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
when these two brothers are old enough to really play together. Right now, Oliver is interested in him, but more interested in having mommy and daddy to himself. As to be expected when you are...
Stokes has captivated me ever since his first portrait session at 6 weeks old. He was so big and so smiley, even at a very young age. Now that he is 6 months old, he is even more interactive,...
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...
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! ...
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...
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...
Have I ever mentioned that I LOVE my career? One of the many aspects that makes it so incredibly special is that I get to see children and families grow. I have been photographing Sophia since...
Maternity portraits are among my favorite types of portraits to create. So often the mommies-to-be feel less than fabulous, and it is up to me to help them feel beautiful and celebrate their...
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...
Little Miss Marlowe (or Mili-peed as her parents lovingly call her) may be destined for a future as a writer. Her daddy is the editor in chief of UC Tampa Magazine. And with a name like Marlowe,...
Seriously...I am jealous of a 1 year old's closet! Is that right? I am sure it is not, but this little girl has a wardrobe to die for (and considering all I wanted for Christmas was an entire new...
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...
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,...
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...
Hey Gang! Quick reminder about tomorrow's workshop "Take Better Pictures of Your Children" at my studio in South Tampa (Wednesday, Dec 9 at 6:30pm). I have 2 spots remaining. If interested,...
Hi there faithful blog stalkers! No I have not fallen off the face of the earth- I have just fallen into the vortex of holiday photography madness- with portrait sessions, editing, ordering sessions,...
This portrait session was so fun! Not only was Bella a charm to photograph, but her mom and dad are hysterical and had me rolling. Kelly is the type of new mom that we all wish we could be- laid...
I love watching siblings interact- especially at a portrait session. Clearly every family member has his/her own personality and I love the task of trying to capture it while we all interact...
As you may know, the past couple months have been very challenging for my family. My Dad was in critical care in the ICU and the doctors were not too positive on the outcome of his condition. I am...
It seems like I have been photographing alot of precious little boys recently, so it was fitting that my first little girl in a while be as beautiful as Ava. Boy, is her daddy going to be in...
Have I mentioned how little boys melt my heart? (see previous diary entry!) Well, Cannon and Owen take the cake! (and despite being a devoted Nikon shooter, I think the name Cannon rocks! ...
It's true. Little boys melt me, especially when they are as sweet with their mommies as the B. boys are! Maybe it is because I am the mommy of a little boy. Maybe it is because the children I am...
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...
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...
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...
Don't you just wish sometimes that time stood still? As we all know, it does not- though I do wish that I could bottle up and put it under my pillow for safe keeping. It seems like just the other...
I have lived in Tampa since 1997, when I moved here for my college internship. I have lived in North Tampa and South Tampa and have photographed everywhere in between and the beaches. But I have...
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...
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,...
Lots of blog posts to catch up on- weddings, infants, families, and holiday mini sessions. Here is just a glimpse of some of the great photography sessions I have had the pleasure of photographing...
Meet Alexander and Conner. Bothers. Best Friends. Amigos. Wrestling Buddies. And pure sweetness!I can only image what kind of trouble these two cuties are going to get into together when they...
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...
I have the best job! I have loved working with children all of my life. In my life prior to being a photographer I was a Child Life Specialist working in pediatric hospitals. While I loved...
OK, so no...Tonya is not the octo-mom, but including her and her husband, her new baby girl, Hope, makes her the proud mommy of 6, so a family of 8 (that is one heck of a mini van, right?!) It was...
I had a sneaking suspicion that Boo Baby Boo, the Halloween themed Baby Loves Disco held at Wiskey North on Sunday was going to be a blast- and it definitely was! I was thrilled to be the event...
Holiday Mini photo sessions are back! You asked for it...so you got it! Perfect if you are a current client needing holiday cards OR if you are just wanting a little taste of custom portraiture with...
It does not get any sweeter that this little guy. Meet Mason, who just turned one. He and his family recently moved here from Raleigh, North Carolina and I was honored that they chose me to...
They came, they boogied, they had a ball. Oh, and the kids had fun, too! HA! Thank you to all of you who came out to Baby Loves Disco today at Wiskey North. What a great way to spend a Sunday...
I am beyond thrilled to be the exclusive photographer for the two biggest children's events in Tampa Bay! Baby Loves Disco! Let your Halloween costume out of the closet for another day, or just...
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...
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...
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...
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...
I am excited and honored to announce that Andi Diamond Photography was chosen to be the exclusive photographer for Janie and Jack at International Plaza for their in-shop photography event! Just...
Isn't that the coolest name? I LOVE it! This kiddo is destined for greatness- and stardom with a name like that, right?! What a beautiful family I had the opportunity to photograph in my South...
When Stokes' mommy and daddy walked into my studio with this little bundle of joy, I thought surely I must have written down his age incorrectly. There was no way this big guy was only 6 weeks...
One of the very incredible things about my job is that I get to see children grow. I get to see families grow. I get to capture and document all of these changes for families to forever keep...
Yep, so i did it. Actually, I did it a little while ago. OK, so actually Brittany helped me do it....but I did it! Andi Diamond Photography is on Facebook and you can become a fan by clicking...
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...
Meet Beau and big sis' Olivia...oh- and his Mommy, Jamie, and Daddy, Paul (Funny how once kids come along, mommies and daddies are put on the back burner, right? ha!) Beau is one of the many...
Meet Ava and her mommy, Jocie, and daddy, Shane. Ava is 10 months old and on-the-go. So much so, that she actually started walking in my studio at her portrait session! What a great moment for...
I am so behind on my diary entries (but to my excuse- life has been too crazy the past few weeks. Fortunately my dad is doing much better. Things are slow going....but he is getting there). ...
OK, so to make this clear "I" do not think Ella is a diva....those are her mommy's words! In her cute southern accent, she told me "I have a diva on my hands, Andi". But I guess when you think...
There is definitely something in the water...or a full moon....because it seems like 90% of all my clients have recently given birth (OK...so I am exaggerating...but you get my point! ha!) Meet...
I love when clients decorate their home with artwork created in their portrait sessions. My philosophy is- you are going to decorate you home and pay for artwork anyway...so it should something...
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...
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...
I am always honored when new clients choose Andi Diamond Photography to capture their art. Often times clients come as referrals from other clients (thanks guys! you know I LUV that!), so they...
It feels so good to post something good on my blog. After the last 2 weeks, little Miss Meara is the perfect way to get back on track with teaser images for my clients and blog stalkers! Newborns...
So excited and happy to report that my Dad came home today! After 2 weeks of complete h*ll, he was able to leave Tampa General Hospital today (which by the way- the staff there was amazing!). He...
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...
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...
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...
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. ...
Thanks to everyone who has attended my recent workshops on "How to Take Better Pictures of Your Children"! I love these and plan on having several more in the future (in fact, we have one...
Here it is...the big secret! Well, I guess it is not actually that big of a secret because I have been talking about this on my blog but I wanted to wait until everything was an official "GO"...
I have often wondered what it would be like to have siblings. I inherited 3 stepbrothers in 8th grade, 2 of whom were already grown and out of the house and 1 of whom was my age and lived with my...
Just a quick note to wish all of my amazing clients and their families a happy and safe 4th of July! I hope you get to spend some quality time with the ones you love and enjoy some beautiful...
Ssssshhhhh! Don't tell! This is really a secret project that I have been working on, and I cannot give any details yet. BUT, I know Amelia's mommy has been stalking my blog feverishly...
Just a quick post to wish a very Happy Father's Day to all my clients out there who are daddies! Of course, a HUGE Happy Father's Day goes out to my Dad in South Florida- love you dad!  ...
I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected to shoot the cover for UC Tampa Magazine's cover photo contest!Here are the details: Enter your child(ren)’s photo in UC Tampa’s...
Meet Haley and Alex. Truly two of the coolest siblings ever! They just oozed with "cool". Haley completely rocked it out at her photo session, making every outfit look better than the...
I am so thrilled and honored! I got an email Saturday morning from a fellow photographer congratulating me on winning best children's photographer in Tampa Bay by Baby News Bits! That made my...
Last Wednesday I taught a class at Baby Bungalow on "How to Take Better Picture of Your Kids", and it was a blast! We had several excited moms who really were looking for tips on how to create...
Believe it or not, Mother's Day is just around the corner! I became a mother about 4 hours before Mother's Day in 2006- and soon my little Buttercup will be 3! Oh how time flies...but I...
I was so excited to photograph the L. Family in Ybor! I really "clicked" with Fe' and was looking forward to meeting her family! And as I expected, they were nothing short of fun and...
Not so much! Don't let these images fool you! My studio must have been very excting and new for little Miss Ciara as she slept for about 10 minutes. She was bright-eyed and bushy tailed...
Several clients have recently said to me, "We have so many of your beautiful images on our walls...we are running out of room!" GASP! This is a problem (at least for me anyway! ha!) I...
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 them, in a private, intimate ceremony to be shared together. Of course, the family would not let them get away without a celebration. So in that small, intimate manner, they celebrated at Tricia's uncle's home in Ocklawaha, Florida just south...
I got to spend the afternoon with the lovely Elinsky family and meet their newest addition! He is such cute little bundle of joy and I can tell that he will be getting a lot of love... especially...
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The Children's Cancer Center has been a charity that Pete and I have been involved with with many years and we absolutely love what they do for...
The thing I love most about personal branding sessions is seeing my client's take their passion and turn it into a business. Earlier this week I got to meet with Krista and create the first branding...
"How to get a bikini body: 1) buy a bikini 2) put it on your body." — Whitney, ADP Diamond Girl Wise words from an ADP Diamond Girl. I love it when my clients carrying on the mindset of self love...
Let's face it, butt acne is a thing. Even if it's a few bump hear and there, acne of the booty can put a damper on anyone esteem... especially on Boudoir day. Even though butt acne is an...
I LOVE helping women (and men, small businesses) SHINE when it comes to personal branding! Right or wrong, people make a judgement about you and your business within just a few seconds of looking at...
My heart was (and still is) so heavy amidst the events of George Floyd's death. I wanted to do something but getting caught in a peaceful protest that is sabotaged into a violent one was a risk that...
Hey ladies! It's time to address some elephants in the room. If you're having some doubts about doing boudoir, you are not alone:) Boudoir is an exciting experience and it shouldn't be giving you...
Hi Beauties! Black Friday is just around the corner! Scheduling a boudoir session with Andi Diamond Photography this holiday season is the perfect way to celebrate you. Our luxury experience...
Fierce and fabulous as always. I am so proud of my lovely ADP ladies. Taking charge and owning every inch of your body is the most liberating thing a woman could do. We all should embrace what makes...
This lovely couple had a fun-loving engagement session. Amy and Philipe spent their romantic day in the outdoors as we started off the session surrounded by Florida greenery. They brought...
What an unforgettable day for this family! I have photographed and watch Noah grow up since he was a toddler. It was such an amazing experience being able to document these special moments that I...
Now this is what I am talking about! She looked radiant in every moment! What better way to celebrate yourself, especially for your birthday! My client pulled out all the stops. She even brought a...
I cannot get enough of this at home newborn shoot! It was a hard pill to swallow shooting this little one in FSU gear, but I got over that quickly! Right before our eyes another ADP family has formed...
What a beautiful thing it has been to photography this little cutie every month for the first year of her life. Happy 1st Birthday and here is to many more heart warming, loving, family portraits....
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...
Trucks, tractors, cows... oh my! I still am not over how cute Anthony's first shoot was! He certainly was not shy of the camera, pulling our heart strings as he posed innocently while sucking on his...
A special thank you to all the beautiful woman who volunteer to be highlighted on the Andi Diamond Photography blog. We take our clients privacy very seriously and acknowledge that some may be...
My dear friend and fellow photographer, Jeanine, needed some updated headshots, so, she called me! I am so flattered that she came to me to do this for her. Jeanine McLeod is the owner of...
It was such an amazing day shooting this beautiful mother of six. That's right.. I said mother of six! I always love to see my client's confidence progress as we get further into the shoot. I could...
A beautiful setting for a beautiful family. Thank you for allowing me to capture you special memories. Your love for each other was so easy to capture. It is moments like these where the magic of...
Bright and gleaming! This is exactly what I aim for! I want every woman who gets behind my camera to radiate the joy that you see from this lovely lady down below. Woman hood is a beautiful thing so...
Sunsets are my jam! I was so happy to capture a stunning sunset in the background during Carolina and Kyle's engagement session. The session started off nice and cozy. We took some shots in their...
It was a perfect day in the St. Pete area for a picnic and an even better day for Kallie and Terrance's engagement session! This couple's bubbly dynamic shined during their session. You can really...
An unforgettable night at The Cuban Club, PACKED with energy! The perfect venue, awesome food, amazing entertainment, and a proposal! BlueGrace pulled out all the stops...including Flo Rida......
Clean and crisp. Professional and fierce. Inviting and strong-the perfect headshot formula. At Andi Diamond Photography, your headshots will capture more than just professionalism. They will capture...
Beauty sessions are all about the celebration of you, right now, in the moment, just as you are. This session is one of the best examples of what celebrating you precisely looks like. This session...
For years as the U family's photographer I have watched this family grow into the loving one that it is today. I always have a best time hanging out with this family and take some amazing family...
They grow up so fast, right before your eyes. I am so proud to say that I have been shooting this precious little girl her whole life. It is so important to preserve life’s most precious...
Beauty shoots ooze confidence and this newly wed was shinning during her beauty shoot. A woman showing off her femininity is so empowering and I am so fortunate to get to surround myself and shoot...
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...
A fun shoot for Noah in celebration of his upcoming Tampa Bar Mitzvah! It was a great time shooting at Plant High School. Noah is a big Miami Dolphins fan so it was important that we get some great...
The gift of a child! What a beautiful thing to shoot. I have been lucky enough to see this family grow into the beautiful one that it is today! It started off with Kelsey and Drew's engagement...
Look at this beautiful family…aren’t they stunning? I have been photographing them for years, and it has been a wonderful journey watching them grow! I recently photographed their laughs,...
Gorgeous water, beautiful sand, a stunning sunset; the B family’s family photo session was so much fun to capture! This lovely family comes all the way from Texas for Thanksgiving for a...
Back in the day, when my studio was based in my back yard, I photographed LB, as she was one of my very first clients! I have been photographing her for ten years now, as every year I get the...
The brand of your business is incredibly important! After all, it’s how you represent yourself professionally in the corporate world. That’s why, as a business owner myself, I am so honored to...
Aren’t charities wonderful? They provide society with the opportunity to make a change in this world! That’s why I was so honored to do a photoshoot for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, which...
Introducing baby Anthony! I've been photographing this family long before Anthony was even a gleam in his parents eyes. I photographed his parents engagement session and then their wedding and have...
Taking the time to add headshots to enhance your look in the business world is very beneficial! Your look goes a long way with your branding, whether in corporate, your own business or even as a...
Corinn wanted to do a Tampa beauty session to celebrate herself and her success, and I am so glad that she did. We started her session with corporate headshots so as to help update her look, which we...
For Jill's corporate headshots we wanted to go with more lifestyle type of session. We wanted the look and feel to match that of the homes that she frequently sells. So we staged her session...
Junior called me several weeks prior to this surprise engagement session to help him in the planning and scheming of his proposal to Faby. After several phone calls back-and-forth, we came up with...
It such a joy to meet this sweet little baby and capture her one month images. I'm also super excited to continue to watch her grow as she will be coming in every month so we can create portraits of...
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...
Heather and Jamie's Clearwater Beach wedding was just published on Borrowed and Blue! This was such a special day for us to witness and we are so glad other will get to see as well! To see more of...
Meet our next Gainesville wedding vendors, Leigh and Enrique! GainesvilleWeddingVendors.com was the brain child of Leigh and Enrique. They wanted to create a virtual market place for local vendors...
Meet our next Gainsesville wedding vendor, Ingrid Carney of Molliner Photography. Molliner Photography consists of Ingrid and Wayne, a husband and wife team that loves telling wedding stories. They...
It's always exciting when our sweet newborns get published. This Tampa newborn photography session was to welcome baby Cruz into the family, and he is just precious. Thank you Boundary Stone Baby for...
Meet our next Gainesville wedding vendor, Deborah! Deborah Louise is a Master Wedding Hair Designer. She combines her expert hair design skills with passion to create a unique masterwork for each...
We have some exciting news to share at the ADP office, we have officially expanded our brand to the Gainesville area! In doing so, we have had the opportunity to meet some fabulous wedding vendors...
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...
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...
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...
We got the opportunity recently to capture Stroller Strides with Fit4mom in Hyde Park Village. It was a tad bit chilly, but these tough moms stuck it out for this fun and unique workout! "Our...
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...
Woohoo! We love starting the day off with a fabulous St. Petersburg wedding publication on Knots Villa! ADP had such a great day with Tara and Duane and are so happy others will get to see how...
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...
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...
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...
In the spotlight for this week's "Fun Fact Friday" is the boss lady herself, Andi Diamond! I have to admit, when she told me what she wanted me to write for this week I was mildly disgusted and...
Could not have asked for a better day to photograph the C family! Tiffany, Larry, and their two boys were just a pleasure to work with and it was special time for them to be together while their...
This week our associate photographer Kristin got the chance to capture headshots for Miss University of South Florida, Meghan Palmer. Meghan, who is a self-proclaimed food addict and avid...
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....
Ten years ago, on the rainiest day that Tampa has ever seen, I married my best friend. OK, so maybe it was not THE rainiest day- but to this bride it sure seemed that way. It was rainy enough to...
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...
It is that time of year again- the reunion trip for the Circle of Friends and I cannot wait! Every year we take children with cancer and blood disorders from all around the United States to Wausau,...
Yes, you got that right! Andi Diamond Photography is gifting an "In The Pink" sterling silver necklace and photo charm (valued at $100) when you visit our kiosk at International Plaza in Tampa and...
I am thrilled to announce that Andi Diamond Photography is now one of the premiere custom photography vendors in Tampa, FL for In The Pink Designs. In The Pink Designs creates amazing photo jewelry...
We all have reasons for wanting to create family portraits. Maybe it is to capture a moment in time, to freeze the time and space during a special period in life, or to hold on to memories to keep...
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...
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...
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...
I am so excited that Andi Diamond Photography continues to grow- and it is all because of my wonderfully supportive clients. So I am thrilled to announce that I am looking for a new team member to...
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...
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...
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...
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...
I feel like I was just standing in my driveway (though it was 9 months ago already) when Vicky said, "I took the test.....and I passed". YIPPEE! The test of course was no ordinary math test. It...
I 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. ...
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,...
I think all of us moms will agree that we would be happy to have a Mother's Week or a Mother's Month even! I want to give you the opportunity to cherish this time with your children forever, so I...
I have been photographing Oliver since he was in his mommy's tummy- and now he is over a year old! (I also get to photograph his baby brother now, too!) Every time I see Oliver, I really want to...
Join me this Tuesday, April 6 at 6pm at Art Explorers in South Tampa. RSVP asap. It is going to be a great class and I am looking forward to teaching! Get ready for your homework assignment,...
I cannot imaging EVER having a portrait session like this. No, never! My clients would NEVER behave like this.... (he he...) Gotta love it! Happy Friday! :) Andi
The workshop is quickly approaching and I am very excited! Join Andi Diamond Photography on April 6, 2010 at 6pm at Art Explorers in South Tampa for my workshop on how to take better pictures of...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
when these two brothers are old enough to really play together. Right now, Oliver is interested in him, but more interested in having mommy and daddy to himself. As to be expected when you are...
Stokes has captivated me ever since his first portrait session at 6 weeks old. He was so big and so smiley, even at a very young age. Now that he is 6 months old, he is even more interactive,...
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...
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! ...
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...
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...
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...
Have I ever mentioned that I LOVE my career? One of the many aspects that makes it so incredibly special is that I get to see children and families grow. I have been photographing Sophia since...
Maternity portraits are among my favorite types of portraits to create. So often the mommies-to-be feel less than fabulous, and it is up to me to help them feel beautiful and celebrate their...
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...
Little Miss Marlowe (or Mili-peed as her parents lovingly call her) may be destined for a future as a writer. Her daddy is the editor in chief of UC Tampa Magazine. And with a name like Marlowe,...
Seriously...I am jealous of a 1 year old's closet! Is that right? I am sure it is not, but this little girl has a wardrobe to die for (and considering all I wanted for Christmas was an entire new...
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...
As I wrap up all of the holidays orders for 2009, I wanted to share a few of the very special Christmas/holiday cards that I was able to create for my amazing clients this year! It was a fun, busy,...
Hey Gang! Quick reminder about tomorrow's workshop "Take Better Pictures of Your Children" at my studio in South Tampa (Wednesday, Dec 9 at 6:30pm). I have 2 spots remaining. If interested,...
Hi there faithful blog stalkers! No I have not fallen off the face of the earth- I have just fallen into the vortex of holiday photography madness- with portrait sessions, editing, ordering sessions,...
This portrait session was so fun! Not only was Bella a charm to photograph, but her mom and dad are hysterical and had me rolling. Kelly is the type of new mom that we all wish we could be- laid...
I love watching siblings interact- especially at a portrait session. Clearly every family member has his/her own personality and I love the task of trying to capture it while we all interact...
As you may know, the past couple months have been very challenging for my family. My Dad was in critical care in the ICU and the doctors were not too positive on the outcome of his condition. I am...
It seems like I have been photographing alot of precious little boys recently, so it was fitting that my first little girl in a while be as beautiful as Ava. Boy, is her daddy going to be in...
Have I mentioned how little boys melt my heart? (see previous diary entry!) Well, Cannon and Owen take the cake! (and despite being a devoted Nikon shooter, I think the name Cannon rocks! ...
It's true. Little boys melt me, especially when they are as sweet with their mommies as the B. boys are! Maybe it is because I am the mommy of a little boy. Maybe it is because the children I am...
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...
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...
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...
Don't you just wish sometimes that time stood still? As we all know, it does not- though I do wish that I could bottle up and put it under my pillow for safe keeping. It seems like just the other...
I have lived in Tampa since 1997, when I moved here for my college internship. I have lived in North Tampa and South Tampa and have photographed everywhere in between and the beaches. But I have...
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...
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,...
Lots of blog posts to catch up on- weddings, infants, families, and holiday mini sessions. Here is just a glimpse of some of the great photography sessions I have had the pleasure of photographing...
Meet Alexander and Conner. Bothers. Best Friends. Amigos. Wrestling Buddies. And pure sweetness!I can only image what kind of trouble these two cuties are going to get into together when they...
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...
I have the best job! I have loved working with children all of my life. In my life prior to being a photographer I was a Child Life Specialist working in pediatric hospitals. While I loved...
OK, so no...Tonya is not the octo-mom, but including her and her husband, her new baby girl, Hope, makes her the proud mommy of 6, so a family of 8 (that is one heck of a mini van, right?!) It was...
I had a sneaking suspicion that Boo Baby Boo, the Halloween themed Baby Loves Disco held at Wiskey North on Sunday was going to be a blast- and it definitely was! I was thrilled to be the event...
Holiday Mini photo sessions are back! You asked for it...so you got it! Perfect if you are a current client needing holiday cards OR if you are just wanting a little taste of custom portraiture with...
It does not get any sweeter that this little guy. Meet Mason, who just turned one. He and his family recently moved here from Raleigh, North Carolina and I was honored that they chose me to...
They came, they boogied, they had a ball. Oh, and the kids had fun, too! HA! Thank you to all of you who came out to Baby Loves Disco today at Wiskey North. What a great way to spend a Sunday...
I am beyond thrilled to be the exclusive photographer for the two biggest children's events in Tampa Bay! Baby Loves Disco! Let your Halloween costume out of the closet for another day, or just...
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...
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...
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...
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...
I am excited and honored to announce that Andi Diamond Photography was chosen to be the exclusive photographer for Janie and Jack at International Plaza for their in-shop photography event! Just...
Isn't that the coolest name? I LOVE it! This kiddo is destined for greatness- and stardom with a name like that, right?! What a beautiful family I had the opportunity to photograph in my South...
When Stokes' mommy and daddy walked into my studio with this little bundle of joy, I thought surely I must have written down his age incorrectly. There was no way this big guy was only 6 weeks...
One of the very incredible things about my job is that I get to see children grow. I get to see families grow. I get to capture and document all of these changes for families to forever keep...
Yep, so i did it. Actually, I did it a little while ago. OK, so actually Brittany helped me do it....but I did it! Andi Diamond Photography is on Facebook and you can become a fan by clicking...
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...
Meet Beau and big sis' Olivia...oh- and his Mommy, Jamie, and Daddy, Paul (Funny how once kids come along, mommies and daddies are put on the back burner, right? ha!) Beau is one of the many...
Meet Ava and her mommy, Jocie, and daddy, Shane. Ava is 10 months old and on-the-go. So much so, that she actually started walking in my studio at her portrait session! What a great moment for...
I am so behind on my diary entries (but to my excuse- life has been too crazy the past few weeks. Fortunately my dad is doing much better. Things are slow going....but he is getting there). ...
OK, so to make this clear "I" do not think Ella is a diva....those are her mommy's words! In her cute southern accent, she told me "I have a diva on my hands, Andi". But I guess when you think...
There is definitely something in the water...or a full moon....because it seems like 90% of all my clients have recently given birth (OK...so I am exaggerating...but you get my point! ha!) Meet...
I love when clients decorate their home with artwork created in their portrait sessions. My philosophy is- you are going to decorate you home and pay for artwork anyway...so it should something...
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...
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...
I am always honored when new clients choose Andi Diamond Photography to capture their art. Often times clients come as referrals from other clients (thanks guys! you know I LUV that!), so they...
It feels so good to post something good on my blog. After the last 2 weeks, little Miss Meara is the perfect way to get back on track with teaser images for my clients and blog stalkers! Newborns...
So excited and happy to report that my Dad came home today! After 2 weeks of complete h*ll, he was able to leave Tampa General Hospital today (which by the way- the staff there was amazing!). He...
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...
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...
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...
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. ...
Thanks to everyone who has attended my recent workshops on "How to Take Better Pictures of Your Children"! I love these and plan on having several more in the future (in fact, we have one...
Here it is...the big secret! Well, I guess it is not actually that big of a secret because I have been talking about this on my blog but I wanted to wait until everything was an official "GO"...
I have often wondered what it would be like to have siblings. I inherited 3 stepbrothers in 8th grade, 2 of whom were already grown and out of the house and 1 of whom was my age and lived with my...
Just a quick note to wish all of my amazing clients and their families a happy and safe 4th of July! I hope you get to spend some quality time with the ones you love and enjoy some beautiful...
Ssssshhhhh! Don't tell! This is really a secret project that I have been working on, and I cannot give any details yet. BUT, I know Amelia's mommy has been stalking my blog feverishly...
Just a quick post to wish a very Happy Father's Day to all my clients out there who are daddies! Of course, a HUGE Happy Father's Day goes out to my Dad in South Florida- love you dad!  ...
I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected to shoot the cover for UC Tampa Magazine's cover photo contest!Here are the details: Enter your child(ren)’s photo in UC Tampa’s...
Meet Haley and Alex. Truly two of the coolest siblings ever! They just oozed with "cool". Haley completely rocked it out at her photo session, making every outfit look better than the...
I am so thrilled and honored! I got an email Saturday morning from a fellow photographer congratulating me on winning best children's photographer in Tampa Bay by Baby News Bits! That made my...
Last Wednesday I taught a class at Baby Bungalow on "How to Take Better Picture of Your Kids", and it was a blast! We had several excited moms who really were looking for tips on how to create...
Believe it or not, Mother's Day is just around the corner! I became a mother about 4 hours before Mother's Day in 2006- and soon my little Buttercup will be 3! Oh how time flies...but I...
I was so excited to photograph the L. Family in Ybor! I really "clicked" with Fe' and was looking forward to meeting her family! And as I expected, they were nothing short of fun and...
Not so much! Don't let these images fool you! My studio must have been very excting and new for little Miss Ciara as she slept for about 10 minutes. She was bright-eyed and bushy tailed...
Several clients have recently said to me, "We have so many of your beautiful images on our walls...we are running out of room!" GASP! This is a problem (at least for me anyway! ha!) I...
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 based on the ceremony entrance, I can bet it was one heck of a reception! Ha! Check it out if you have a few free minutes! You will laugh your tail off! And if any of my brides and grooms want to have an entry like this, I can promise some super...
Saltwater, sand, and a sunset. That's all you need for a unforgettable florida-esque engagement session. I was glad to work my sunset portrait magic for Sarah and Kyle's engagement session. The...
This lovely couple had a fun-loving engagement session. Amy and Philipe spent their romantic day in the outdoors as we started off the session surrounded by Florida greenery. They brought...
Sunsets are my jam! I was so happy to capture a stunning sunset in the background during Carolina and Kyle's engagement session. The session started off nice and cozy. We took some shots in their...
It was a perfect day in the St. Pete area for a picnic and an even better day for Kallie and Terrance's engagement session! This couple's bubbly dynamic shined during their session. You can really...
There is nothing more exciting than being surprised! And, that’s exactly what this handsome man did for his now beautiful bride to-be. This lovely couple embarked on a day full of pampering...
It was a day full of fun with Ashley and Derek as we captured their Tampa engagement photos! This lovely couple not only evoked a great deal of romance throughout their images, but a dash of fun too,...
Becoming engaged certainly is exciting! You have taken on a new relationship status, and get to flaunt a sparkling ring. Yay! However, in order to really savor this time in your life, you will...
If you are reading this, you are most likely engaged. So, CONGRATULATIONS! This is certainly a wonderful milestone within your life. However, it will be over in the blink of an eye, as you...
If you are now engaged, congratulations! This is such an exciting milestone within your life. You are no longer dating, but net yet wed, so you are within a time that’s known as “marriage...
John and Melissa are on their journey to their happily ever after! They evoke so much love for one another, which made capturing their Tampa engagement session such a wonderful experience. ...
John and Melissa are the owners of the Elite Events Catering. I've had the pleasure of working with them several times and they also cater the Andi Diamond Photography Holiday Party every year! They...
Junior called me several weeks prior to this surprise engagement session to help him in the planning and scheming of his proposal to Faby. After several phone calls back-and-forth, we came up with...
Meeting on Bumble was the first step to this couple's journey to dating for two years, falling in love and then getting engaged! Michelle and Jared are set to be married in the Spring 2019 at the...
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...
Ashley and Troy make me smile.....just look at them! They are full of laugher and joy and it is hard to not giggle when you are around them! Their Tampa engagement session perfectly...
Adrienne and Matt's Lakeland engagement session at Rocking H Ranch really gave me an insight into their sweet relationship. These two live in Windermere and will be getting married at...
Lindsey and Chris live in New Orleans but Lindsey grew up in Tampa (Chris is from Louisiana). They met at Loyola University in New Orleans. They decided to have their Tampa wedding...
Victoria and Luke met their freshman year at Florida State University (yes, you all know I bleed orange and blue...but couples like this make me fall in love with Seminoles...sort of :) ). ...
We have been blessed to have Caitlyn in our lives for several years, as she was Ethan's first grade teacher her first year at Mitchell. We are just as blessed now to have her teach Emory! Caitlyn and...
Liz and Leo were such a pleasure to capture at their Tampa Engagement session. The two have been together a few years and love to travel, live music, and are both foodies! (a couple after our own...
A little bit of rain never hurt anybody, especially during a Florida summer! What a fantastic engagement session with Kelsey and Drew, these two braved it out in the rain for a bit knowing they would...
I so enjoyed spending the evening with Brie and Sean at their Tampa engagement session. The two met through mutual friends and dated long distance for a while until Brie took a leap of faith and...
Stacy and Pat met in college- she was in grad school after graduating from FSU and he was at Jacksonville University , where he had played football. Maybe it was her gorgeous smile and southern...
It's always exciting when we receive new, client artwork in the studio! Erin and Hudson's recent Tampa engagement session album just arrived and we wanted to showcase it today. Their 8x8 album is...
It was a fantastic evening with Erin and Hudson at their downtown Tampa engagement session. Hudson is an attorney (he went to Harvard!) and Erin works in real estate; it was great getting to meet...
I love when I have couples that want to partake in an in-studio engagement session! We have a lot of lovely on-location sessions, but I love the editorial and intimate feel of sessions in the studio....
I first met Katie when she was volunteered for the Circle of Friends annual trip that my husband and I do every year. We bring children with cancer all over the United States to Wausau, Wisconsin to...
What a beautiful engagement session with Nadia and Shay! The two met through mutual friends, but weren't set up together. After hanging out they soon realized that there was a spark! Nadia is an...
What a fun Tampa engagement session with Nicole and Eric! Their paths may have crossed at FSU multiple times, but it wasn't until they left school that they met each other and their passion for FSU...
Capturing surprise engagement proposals are so fun (and a little nerve wrecking). Stephanie and Blake came down to Clearwater Beach from Tennessee for their third Florida vacation together and Blake...
Megan and Kyle met through a mutual friend a couple of years ago. After dating for a year and a half, Kyle proposed to Megan at The Mill in St. Pete and surprised her by having their family in town....
Jen is a Tampa girl, she grew up in New York and moved to Tampa to attend UT; Will is a midwesterner and attended the University of Virginia. The two are planning their 2017 wedding at The...
Lauren and Tyson, a Tampa Bay couple, are planning their wedding for early next year and we are the lucky ones they have chosen to spend their special day with. I met them by at a par they like to...
We have another redhead in the ADP family! Haley and Max were so adorable at their Tampa engagement session. They two met through friends and are happily tying the knot this November. We had a great...
I spent a wonderful evening with Sam and EJ at their Tampa engagement session. Although it was a tad windy, I think it added some great movement for Sam's hair. Watch out Victoria's Secret! Can we...
I had a wonderful afternoon getting to know Miselene and Larry and capturing their love. They had me giggling along with them the entire time and I soon realized how fun and silly they are! Mislene...
I know I have mentioned this before, but I love when couples think out side of the box for sessions. Kelly and Peter did just that for their Tampa engagement session and they were such a delight to...
What a beautiful evening getting to know Christine and Josh at their Tampa engagement session at the University of Tampa, they are the cutest and sweetest! These two lovebirds met at Christine's...
Happy Friday! We are so happy to see Chris and Jihee's nautical inspired Tampa engagement session published on Marry Me Tampa Bay! This session had me smiling all evening- it was such a pleasure to...
How cute is Jenny and Ralph's sign-in album for their wedding? I had so much fun capturing their J. Crew inspired Tampa engagement session at the ADP studio, they definitely channeled their inner...
This Friday we wanted to talk about ADP engagement sessions! Planning a wedding can be a very daunting task and coordinating all of the details from the venue, flowers, catering, decoration, DJ’s,...
I always love when couples have original ideas for their engagement sessions. Jenny and Ralph wanted their Tampa engagement session to have an editorial/ J. Crew type of modern feel. I have to say,...
I loved getting the opportunity to meet Jihee and Christopher and capture their Tampa engagement session for them! The two are having their wedding in Illinois, but Christopher is currently...
We are so thrilled that Jenna and Sean's Tampa engagement session was published on Melissa Hearts Weddings! Loved getting to spend the evening with them, they are such a beautiful couple! To read...
Jenna and Sean were so much fun to get to know at their Tampa engagement session! They two both met through mutual friends while attending USF (go Bulls!). We love a couple that knows how to dress as...
What a fun evening with Tatiana and Ty at their Tampa engagement session! He is a Florida native (and UF grad, go Gators!) but Tatiana is originally from Russia! Tatiana is a fitness guru, working as...
How beautiful are these two lovebirds? I had a great time getting to know MyVan and Rich at their Tampa engagement session. They met each other while working and attending USF (go bulls!) and...
This was such a fun Tampa engagement session to capture! Brittany and Mike met while attending USF (Go Bulls!) and fun fact, she used to intern for me at ADP! She is one beautiful and bright young...
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...
What a great evening I had with Kristy and Rhys at their Tampa engagement session! It was so fun giggling and getting to know them...I mean come on..they are the cutest! Special thanks to...
These two sweethearts are seriously the cutest! Courtney is a small town midwestern gal (Kentucky y'all!) who moved down to the sunny state of Florida to go to college at UF and was a Dazzler,...
I had so much fun with with Alicia and Tony at their Tampa engagement session. These two lovebirds flew down from Ohio to spend some quality time with me in front of the camera, as Florida...
Had such a great time with Nada and Mina at their Tampa engagement session at the Renaissance Tampa International Plaza. In Egyptian culture, things are a bit more formal than in American culture and...
Yay! We love when our amazing couples' engagement sessions get published! Heather and Jonah were an absolute delight for their downtown Tampa engagement session, they had us laughing the whole time!...
We have just been featured on Buzzfeed's "31 Beautiful Ideas for a Book Inspired Wedding," so cool! We are grateful to be recognized for one of our images of an engagement session at the Oxford...
We had the BEST time playing paparazzi for these two lovebirds during their St. Petersburg engagement session. Both of them had us in stitches as we strolled through downtown. Come to find out, they...
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...
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...
Emily and Chris met by chance, actually 2 years ago today, at Cheap- and their relationship has been nothing but rich ever since (insert "Awwww" here)! In getting to know them both, it made sense for...
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...
This wonderful couple, Debbie and Jerome, traveled from South Florida to have their fun and stylish Tampa engagement session at Cross Creek Ranch. Who else did they bring? Well, their adorable...
Woohoo! We are so happy that Ashlee and Glenn's southern style engagement session was just published on The Bridal Detective. They are such a super sweet couple; can't wait for their Tampa wedding...
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...
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...
Andi and I got the recent opportunity to photograph an engagement session for this lovely couple. Ashlee and Glenn first met each other at a popular South Tampa bar and spent their time that evening...
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...
It seems we were not the only ones glowing with excitement over the surprise Tampa engagement of Shawn and Kathy. Bisou Bride featured their engagement story today and it gave me chills and made me...
Tara and Duane met after being set up by an incredibly amazing friend....Me! haha! Duane and I went to college together at the University of Florida and were both in the College of Health and Human...
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...
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...
It has been a professional goal of mine for a while now to get my work published in Delightfully Engaged, a national wedding/engagement website that touts the “new modern wedding”, one where...
When chatting with Liz and Darryl about the perfect location for their Tampa engagement session, the Oxford Exchange fit this couple like a glove. It is one of their favorite restaurants, and the...
Super thrilled to share that Heather and Steve have been PUBLISHED. OK, so Heather is not entirely convinced that Sweet Violet Bride did not chose to publish their Tampa engagement session solely...
So excited to start off this fabulous Monday with Kim and Pete's Tampa engagement session getting published on Wedding Belle, the Midwest wedding blog based in Iowa, where this couple happens to be...
HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope that your holiday season was filled with fun, family, and friends. I know mine was wonderful and I enjoyed time off to hang with the hubby and kiddos. I am thrilled to...
I am super excited to share our most recent wedding event publication, Tara and John's uber unique and fresh, and yoga inspired Tampa engagement session. Fresh Squeezed Weddings is a wedding blog...
When Tara first contacted me on the phone regarding wedding photography for her and John's Clearwater Beach wedding, we instantly connected. It is extremely important to me to connect with my...
What an extremely smiley week for Andi Diamond Photography! Tiffany and Thomas' St. Petersburg engagement session in Vinoy Park makes our 3rd wedding event publication this week. Here are some...
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...
What a FAB U BLISS week it has been so far. I found out Monday that 2 of our wedding events are being published INTERNATIONALLY and today Lauren and Tyler's Tampa engagement session went LIVE on...
Kim and Pete arrived in Tampa late Wednesday night for their Thursday engagement session. They left Iowa's cold and snow for Florida's sunshine and cool breeze. (Yeah, I am sure they were...
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 +...
If you are a frequent blog follower you may recall the story of Carliana and Marcos' wedding photography. I was honored to be their wedding photographer and to have their wedding photographs...
I was beyond thrilled when I learned that Inspire A Bride, the New York based wedding I-magazine was going to not only publish, but FEATURE our images from Candice and Brian's Tampa engagement...
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...
Little did Brain know that when he went to that red carpet charity event in California, that he would meet the love of his life. Candice had no idea either. But it seems that their agents may...
I am so super excited to share that Renelle and Trevor's Tampa engagement session was published in the national wedding blog, Shimmer + Silk, based in Boston, MA. It is a site for the lover of...
There are so many reasons why I LOVE photographing engagement sessions. It allows me to create artwork for my clients to display in their homes and at their weddings. It gives me the opportunity...
It was a beautiful Florida day when we headed to Ybor City for Renelle and Trevor's engagement photography session. The sun was shining and so were their sparking and FUN personalities. Take a...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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 call it- most of us girls secretly (or very openly) desire to slip back into our wedding dress and play the princess for the day. It's fun, it's sexy, and it's simply beautiful!Jen has the prettiest skin! I am so jealous!We continued shooting until...
An engagement session is a given when it comes to the days leading up to your wedding day, but don't stop there. Leave your soon to be husband breathless and surprise him with a little something...
Beauty shoots ooze confidence and this newly wed was shinning during her beauty shoot. A woman showing off her femininity is so empowering and I am so fortunate to get to surround myself and shoot...
Just wanted to share a quick teaser for Susie and Dan from their Tampa bridal shoot at The Art of Shaving! A full post with lots of favorite images will be on the blog later this week; so make sure...
