Summer means reunions 7 Reasons to Get the Whole Family in One Frame This Summer My wife has six siblings. When her side of the family gets together, it’s not a small gathering, it’s the whole crew, parents, spouses, kids, cousins, all in one place instead of scattered across phone calls and holiday cards. If…
If you’ve spent the last year un-tagging yourself from every group photo, this is for you. We’ve all been there. I look like I’m being questioned by the FBI in half the photos I’m in. Most parents tell me the same thing before we shoot: “I hate having my picture taken.” Then they book anyway, because…
Land O’ Lakes is suburban Pasco County, but it has real access to some of the largest natural preserves in the area. The right location here is not the nearest park — it’s one of the preserves that most families don’t know to look for. Cypress Creek Preserve7,400 acres in Pasco County at 8720 Pump…
Odessa sits between Tampa’s suburban spread and Pasco County’s open land. You have options on both ends — manicured community parks with easy logistics, and real nature with genuine visual interest. Lake Rogers Conservation Park The most photogenic family photo location in Odessa. 272 acres of pine flatwoods and oak hammocks with a 0.3-mile boardwalk…
Trinity’s geography works in your favor for family photography. You’re close to Pasco County’s best coastal parks, a reasonable drive from Starkey Wilderness, and far enough from the tourist strip that parking and crowds aren’t a problem. Here are the locations that work for Trinity families. Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park The best natural photography…
Wesley Chapel has been growing rapidly, and its parks have expanded along with it. The newer parks offer better planning and cleanliness, but less natural tree cover and less unplanned beauty in their landscapes. Below are my top two spots for family sessions in Wesley Chapel. Starkey Ranch District Park Starkey Ranch District Park is…
Book a session. In Florida, timing matters. The right time of day gives you softer light, better skin tones, fewer squinty eyes, and a session that feels easier. [Buttons: Check availability → /contact/ | View pricing → /collections/] The Best Time (Usually): Golden Hour Golden hour is typically the last 60–90 minutes before sunset. Why…
Book a session. Florida has two light situations that affect what you wear: bright sun at midday, which is harsh and unforgiving, and golden hour, which is soft and makes almost everything look good. Since we’re shooting at golden hour, you have more flexibility than you think. But a few things still matter. Keep it…
Book a session. Most families I photograph spend more time worrying about the session than enjoying it. They’ve been stressing about outfits for two weeks, they’ve told the kids to behave six times in the car, and they show up hoping everyone cooperates. That’s a hard way to start. And it usually shows. Here’s what…