Ashley and James' love story started over 10 years ago, so as you can imagine their wedding day had been a much anticipated day for quite some time! The Southern Hill Plantation Club venue was absolutely stunning. Ashley & James didn't leave a single detail untouched. We fought rain most of the day, but it was so amazing to see Ashley and James handle the situation with such grace when plans had to change. The sweetest moments for me was to watch James reaction to his sweet little girl walking down the isle as the flower girl and then to watch his reaction again when Ashley walked down the isle (talk about an emotional double whammy.) The night concluded with tons of dancing, laughter, and a sparkler exit! James and Ashley, it was such an honor to be able to document your day! So without further here are a few of my favorite shots!
Read moreSt Josephs Women's Hospital// Collins Mae Kirby
What a true blessing it was to be able to capture Collin's birth story! I have been working for the Kirby family for about 4 months now and I have been so excited to meet miss Collins! The sweetest part was her big brothers reactions to meeting her for the first time! Brandon, Wyatt, and Colt are already such great big brothers and I can't wait to watch this sweet family grow! Thank you Katie and Jed for giving me a glimpse into what parenthood looks like! It has been the most unexpected, biggest blessing the Lord has given me in this season! We love y'all and congrats on your newest addition :)
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well.
-Psalm 139:14
Read moreDowntown Dunedin, FL // Photographer Head Shot Swap
What a sweet, sweet blessing this community has meant to me. There is nothing like meeting people and you just get each other because your passions and gifts are so similar! What a beautiful thing it is to cheer each other one and truly embody what community over competition looks like! So what do a bunch of talented photographer do when they get together? Take pictures of course! This was my first "head shop swap" where we took turns jumping in front of the camera. Here are some of the images from the day in downtown Dunedin!
Read moreSouth Tampa 6 Month Nursery Session// Jack Fisher
I mean, come on... I don't know if I have seen a cuter little boy's nursery. Every little detail was so cool and Jack was just as content as he could be in his precious home! The pops of gold, blue, and white is just so beautiful to me! Jack's bright blue eyes will stop your heart and he has the most charming smile. We started the session in his nursery and then ended on Bayshore! Happy 6 months Jack! You are so loved.
Read moreTampa Skyline Anniversary Portraits// Hayden, Shannon, and Zion
Y'all!! Hayden and Shannon (aka our sweetest friends) are officially back in Tampa and doing incredible things for the Lord. Hayden is the new student pastor at Christ Community Church and we couldn't be more excited to support them in this new chapter. We took some fun roof top shots for their moving announcement and like usual they are complete naturals in front of the camera and the most hipster couple I know ;) Meet the newest addition to the Roberts family, Zion their pup! He is adorable as well! We love y'all!! Excited for lots of frouple dates in the future!
Read moreBallast Point Park Tampa, FL Family Session// The Marcus Family
When Hana reached out to me that all of her family would be in town which included 4 generations, I just thought how special this would be to document for them! She wanted to surprise her family with such a thoughtful, meaningful photography session as a gift to them! It was so fun to see how excited everyone was about the "surprise" when I got to Ballast Point Park. They are a family marked with years of laughter, love, and joy!
Read moreOxford Exchange, Palmia Ceia Golf Course Senior Session// Carson Collins
When I met Carson for the first time it was as if we had known each other forever! She definitely is such a people person and immediately we clicked! We started off at Oxford Exchange with the beautiful white walls that make her stand out and then moved over to University of Tampa with the classic brick and greenery. We ended in her backyard with lots joy and glitter! So fun!! The whole time we were together talking she was just telling me of all her dreams and plans for after high school. She just recently had been accepted into her dream school Notre Dame, and is ecstatic to be attending there in the fall! Carson, keep shining girl! The Lord has some incredible plans for you!
Read moreDavis Islands Garden Club Wedding // Tim and Alexis
It was such an honor to be apart of such a special day for Tim and Alexis. It was a day marked as being filled with so much laughter and joy! Alexis made such a stunning bride! The hanging lanterns in the tree by the ceremony was so beautiful, and no detail went unnoticed. The bridal party was so fun!! The most beautiful part to me was the way Tim and Alexis looked at each other. It is just so clear how much they are in love.
Read moreStraub Park Downtown St Petersburg // The Toomey Family
I adored getting to meet the Toomey Family during the rush of the holiday season. Everyone meet Matt, Jess, Erin, and Murphy (their precious lab). We met in St Petersburg in Straub Park. I had never actually been there before but it was such a pretty location and beautiful weather! Miss Erin and I sure did become fast friends as I held a stuffed animal on my head while shooting and was pulling out every trick in the book to make her look at the camera and smile! Hey, anything for the shot right?!
Read moreOxford Exchange & University of Tampa// The Kaufman Family
It was such a honor to photograph this family because Aaron is a talented photographer and I always consider it a privilege to work with another photographer. They have also been some of my biggest cheerleaders (whether they knew that or not!) I left this session encouraged and blessed that I get to do what I love and document life & family that is raw and real! The light couldn't have been more perfect this day and I adored watching their family interact. It is so clear how much they love each other and love the Lord.
Read moreSouth Tampa Newborn//Luke Hayes
My heart was in a puddle after I took these images. I think the whole world stops when a newborn smiles! Later in the session, Luke started to get a little fussy, and my heart melted again when Daniel got out his guitar and started playing a worship song. Luke stopped crying immediately and there was a peace that fell over the room. Everyone relaxed and Luke just watched his dad....
Read moreWestshore Yacht Club// The Fisher Family
First of all, if you have never had the honor or meeting the Fisher family, man they are a breath of fresh air. I met Hanna first through our student ministry and then met Emma and Chad through other church events. They are so full or life and their story is incredible. We are blessed to know y'all!
Second of all, This is definitely the most nautical session I have ever done, and I loved every minute of it. When Emma asked me if I would be willing to get into knee deep water to capture her family in their element, on the water, I was completely up for the challenge....
Read moreTampa Yacht Club// The Chapman Family
Meet The Chapman Family!! I met this awesome family from working on staff with Justin who is an incredible worship leader. Justin and Kristin have the sweetest kiddos, Emma, Olivia, and Graham, and also have a heart for fostering...
Read moreDavis Island Yacht Club// The Donnelly Family
Oh how I loved getting to meet the sweet Donnelly Family! Jordan and Jim sure did make a cutie pie! We met at the Davis Island Yacht Club and got some beautiful pictures right before sunset! William is one year old and already his personality is shining through. He was constantly smiling and loved when his parents would swing him in the air! Happy Birthday, bud! :)
Charleston, South Carolina// The Cordray Family
Meet my family (part 2)!! Over thanksgiving break I was able to make some images for both of my sister-in-laws and their ADORABLE families. I mean we might be biased but we have the cutest nephews and nieces in the world :) Meet Kenneth, Kristin, Trenham, Rhett, and Folwer (aren't those the coolest names ever?!) I
Read moreCharleston, South Carolina// The Poston Family
Man oh man! Where do I even begin? Meet my family y'all! Over thanksgiving break I was able to make some images for both of my sister-in-laws and their ADORABLE families. I mean we might be biased but we have the cutest nephews and nieces in the world :)
Read moreUniversity of Tampa // The Roberts Family
I can't say enough sweet things about this family! I had the best time with the Roberts siblings at the University of Tampa last month. They are such an amazing family with the biggest hearts! I've gotten to know them through working on staff with Past Todd for a short time....
Read moreDowntown Ybor City Engagement Mini Session// Mat and Kitty
These two kept me laughing throughout the entire session! Mat and Kitty are clearly such a perfect match for each other. There puppy Harley joined us for a few pictures and then we headed into downtown Ybor to do a quick mini session for the holidays! How cute are they?!?
Read moreSouth Tampa, FL Newborn // Haven Augusta
Miss Haven Augusta was born on November 7, 2015. She is such a beautiful, happy, and dearly loved baby girl with the cutest big brother Leland! I just love the images of Haven smiling at her mom. It is clear that she already knows how loved and adored she is! It never gets old to me to capture a child's first few days of life...
Read moreHyde Park Village Tampa, FL // Holiday Mini Session Highlights
Now that the holidays are over and we are moving into a brand new year, I thought it would be fun to share some of the highlights from my first ever ABKP Holiday Mini Sessions in Hyde Park Village that were so successful!
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