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A Wedding Guest Style Guide: What That Dress Code Really Means
Jun 6, 2025
A Wedding Guest Style Guide: What That Dress Code Really Means
Jun 6, 2025

Ever received a wedding invitation and immediately Googled what “Black-Tie Optional” or “Dressy Casual” really means? Or wondering what to tell your guests to wear? You’re not alone! Dress codes can feel confusing, but they’re actually helpful clues to making sure guests feel confident and appropriately dressed for the couple’s big day.

Jun 6, 2025
Ever After Farms Flower Barn Wedding | Annastasia and James
Jun 3, 2025
Ever After Farms Flower Barn Wedding | Annastasia and James
Jun 3, 2025

After nearly 9 years together, Annastasia and James tied the knot in the most heartfelt and personal way—with a wedding that felt exactly like them. Originally planned for the Friday after Hurricane Milton, they made the decision to postpone and reschedule their big day to 2025. And when the time finally came, every detail was worth the wait.

Jun 3, 2025
Celebrating 10 Years & the Sweet Chaos of Family Life | Erigo Family
May 30, 2025
Celebrating 10 Years & the Sweet Chaos of Family Life | Erigo Family
May 30, 2025

There’s something extra special about being invited into the heart of a family’s home to photograph their everyday life—the laughter, the chaos, the connection, and all the in-between moments that truly matter. We recently had the honor of capturing Brittany and Jimmy’s sweet family of four at their beautiful new home in South Tampa.

May 30, 2025
Laid-Back Beach Vibes | Stephen & Rachel’s Sand Key Engagement Session
May 27, 2025
Laid-Back Beach Vibes | Stephen & Rachel’s Sand Key Engagement Session
May 27, 2025

Stephen and Rachel live in Florida, but they’ll be tying the knot in beautiful New York, where Rachel is originally from. Since they’ve made their home here, they wanted their engagement photos to reflect the relaxed, coastal lifestyle they love—so a sunset session at Sand Key Beach was the perfect choice.

May 27, 2025
She Said Yes! Jaime + Mary’s St. Pete Beach Proposal
May 23, 2025
She Said Yes! Jaime + Mary’s St. Pete Beach Proposal
May 23, 2025

Mary thought they were just doing a couple’s session, but when Jaime stopped mid-walk and dropped to one knee, her reaction was priceless! Complete shock, joy, and all the happy tears. It was one of those moments that reminded us why we love being a Tampa proposal photographer—getting to freeze-frame memories like this is truly special.

May 23, 2025
Christina + Dan’s Clearwater Destination Wedding at the Wyndham Grand
May 21, 2025
Christina + Dan’s Clearwater Destination Wedding at the Wyndham Grand
May 21, 2025

Christina and Dan’s wedding at the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach was everything you’d dream of for a Clearwater destination wedding—elegant, coastal, and full of heartfelt, personal touches. With light pink and neutral tones, every detail felt perfectly soft, romantic, and beachy. The girls got ready in Christina and Dan’s suite after they were done with hair and makeup while the guys did photos and hung out in the lobby after they were ready.

May 21, 2025
Tampa Senior Photos at Lake Park | Mary Alice
May 16, 2025
Tampa Senior Photos at Lake Park | Mary Alice
May 16, 2025

It’s always so special to photograph dear friends I’ve known for years, and Mary Alice’s senior portrait session was no exception. I’ve had the joy of watching her grow from a little girl into a beautiful, talented young lady—and capturing this milestone as she wraps up her high school journey was such a full-circle moment.

May 16, 2025
Venue Spotlight Sheraton Sand Key Destination Wedding |  Miranda & Hunter
May 12, 2025
Venue Spotlight Sheraton Sand Key Destination Wedding | Miranda & Hunter
May 12, 2025

If you're dreaming of a laid-back, beautiful destination wedding with your toes in the sand and a breathtaking Gulf Coast sunset as your backdrop, the Sheraton Sand Key in Clearwater Beach might just be the perfect place. Miranda and Hunter traveled all the way from Illinois to tie the knot here, and their beachside celebration was the perfect blend of elegant simplicity and coastal charm

May 12, 2025
Romantic Dog-Friendly Engagement Session at Fort De Soto | Elizabeth & Ronnie
May 7, 2025
Romantic Dog-Friendly Engagement Session at Fort De Soto | Elizabeth & Ronnie
May 7, 2025

There’s something extra special about returning to the exact place where you got engaged—especially when your pups were part of the proposal! That’s exactly what Elizabeth and Ronnie did for their engagement session at Fort De Soto Beach, one of our favorite spots for portraits with both gorgeous, natural scenery and sentimental value.

May 7, 2025
Tampa Engagement Photography at Lithia Acres | Jackie & Chris
May 2, 2025
Tampa Engagement Photography at Lithia Acres | Jackie & Chris
May 2, 2025

We love when our couples choose to do their engagement session at their wedding venue, and Jackie and Chris' session at Lithia Acres is a perfect example of why! Not only is this private estate-style venue stunning and full of natural beauty, but it gave us the perfect backdrop to tell a totally different story than we will on their actual wedding day.

May 2, 2025
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A Wedding Guest Style Guide: What That Dress Code Really Means
Jun 6, 2025
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A Wedding Guest Style Guide: What That Dress Code Really Means
Jun 6, 2025
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Ever received a wedding invitation and immediately Googled what “Black-Tie Optional” or “Dressy Casual” really means? Or wondering what to tell your guests to wear? You’re not alone! Dress codes can feel confusing, but they’re actually helpful clues to making sure guests feel confident and appropriately dressed for the couple’s big day.

Jun 6, 2025
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Ever After Farms Flower Barn Wedding | Annastasia and James
Jun 3, 2025
carrie
Ever After Farms Flower Barn Wedding | Annastasia and James
Jun 3, 2025
carrie

After nearly 9 years together, Annastasia and James tied the knot in the most heartfelt and personal way—with a wedding that felt exactly like them. Originally planned for the Friday after Hurricane Milton, they made the decision to postpone and reschedule their big day to 2025. And when the time finally came, every detail was worth the wait.

Jun 3, 2025
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Celebrating 10 Years & the Sweet Chaos of Family Life | Erigo Family
May 30, 2025
carrie, family
Celebrating 10 Years & the Sweet Chaos of Family Life | Erigo Family
May 30, 2025
carrie, family

There’s something extra special about being invited into the heart of a family’s home to photograph their everyday life—the laughter, the chaos, the connection, and all the in-between moments that truly matter. We recently had the honor of capturing Brittany and Jimmy’s sweet family of four at their beautiful new home in South Tampa.

May 30, 2025
carrie, family
Laid-Back Beach Vibes | Stephen & Rachel’s Sand Key Engagement Session
May 27, 2025
carrie, engagement
Laid-Back Beach Vibes | Stephen & Rachel’s Sand Key Engagement Session
May 27, 2025
carrie, engagement

Stephen and Rachel live in Florida, but they’ll be tying the knot in beautiful New York, where Rachel is originally from. Since they’ve made their home here, they wanted their engagement photos to reflect the relaxed, coastal lifestyle they love—so a sunset session at Sand Key Beach was the perfect choice.

May 27, 2025
carrie, engagement
She Said Yes! Jaime + Mary’s St. Pete Beach Proposal
May 23, 2025
carrie, surprise proposals
She Said Yes! Jaime + Mary’s St. Pete Beach Proposal
May 23, 2025
carrie, surprise proposals

Mary thought they were just doing a couple’s session, but when Jaime stopped mid-walk and dropped to one knee, her reaction was priceless! Complete shock, joy, and all the happy tears. It was one of those moments that reminded us why we love being a Tampa proposal photographer—getting to freeze-frame memories like this is truly special.

May 23, 2025
carrie, surprise proposals
Christina + Dan’s Clearwater Destination Wedding at the Wyndham Grand
May 21, 2025
carrie
Christina + Dan’s Clearwater Destination Wedding at the Wyndham Grand
May 21, 2025
carrie

Christina and Dan’s wedding at the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach was everything you’d dream of for a Clearwater destination wedding—elegant, coastal, and full of heartfelt, personal touches. With light pink and neutral tones, every detail felt perfectly soft, romantic, and beachy. The girls got ready in Christina and Dan’s suite after they were done with hair and makeup while the guys did photos and hung out in the lobby after they were ready.

May 21, 2025
carrie
@jyslas11  wanted the perfect sunset for his surprise proposal to @mary.r.awa  on St. Pete Beach—and we nailed it! 🌅💍 Her reaction when he got down on one knee was everything 😭😍

This was the first beach sunset they ever watched together, a
A show-stopping cake AND a flat lay moment? Yes, please! 🍰✨ We are loving the emerging trend of cake flat lays—where the cake, cocktails, and even dessert extras become part of an artistic, styled detail photo. I saw @eventfullweddings post ab

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