• Family

    The Jasovic Family {Florida Keys Family Photographer}

    I absolutely love getting to meet the different families that come into town and want to get family photos.  This small family came from Illinois and were staying at a local campground with their twins.  Originally they were going to bring their pup, so I brought my eldest son along in case I needed him to hold a leash.  It turns out the pup didn’t make the photo session so my kiddo didn’t need to make the trip, but I’m glad he did.  The little bond he formed with the twins was so cute.  He had them cracking up!  He even got to put them in their carseats and take selfies with them.  When he heard they’d be coming back next year, he said, “that’s awesome!”  I can’t wait to see how much they’ve grown in a year.

     

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  • Business

    Tingler Vacation Rental {Marathon Photographer}

    While the majority of my photography involves kids or families, every now and then I get the opportunity to photograph homes/resorts and their various landscapes.  Since I don’t need to worry about squinty eyes for these pictures, I can wait and pick the picture perfect outdoor lighting for these.  Don’t you just love the view from and of this pool? I wanted to jump in!

    This is a vacation rental by owner right here in Marathon, within walking distance of Sombrero Beach.

     

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  • Family,  Groups

    The Johnson Family {Marathon Family Photographer}

    The Johnson family arrived from several different states for the holidays and were interested in a reunion family photo.  With 3 kids under the age of 4 (2 under 2 years), I brought in one of my assistants to help.  Originally, we were going to do the session at Sombrero Beach, but when we arrived there were so many people that we couldn’t find a spot.  In all the years I’ve been doing this, THAT was a first for me.  So, we opted to change venues and quickly adjusted locations.  After we got a few posed group photos and some photos of the individual families, we let the kids run around on the beach a bit while I captured some candid shots.

     

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  • Family,  Groups,  Holiday Sessions,  Kiddos

    Holiday Sessions 2016 {Marathon Family Photographer}

    This year, at the beginning of October, I started offering shorter family sessions for a reduced price.  The sessions were about 20 minutes which proved very manageable for several of my younger friends (kids and husbands ;-)) with all of the other hustle and bustle around the holidays.  I’ve done this for the past several years as a way for families to update their holiday photos for cards or gifts.  We photographed more than 30 families in about 8 weeks this year.  It was certainly a busy time, but we enjoyed it alot.   Which is your favorite?

     

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  • Family,  Holiday Sessions,  Kiddos

    Holiday Session 2015 {Florida Keys Family Photographer}

    Each year around the end of October, I start offering shorter family sessions for a reduced price.  The sessions are about 20 minutes which is a little more manageable for everyone around the holidays.  I do this to allow families to update their holiday photos for cards or gifts.  This year, I started these mini sessions at the beginning of October in hopes of avoiding some of the November wind (and sometimes rain) that we get down here.  I photographed more than 30 families in about 6 weeks.  It was certainly a busy time, but I enjoyed it alot.   I tried to get a picture from each session for the slideshow below.  Which is your favorite?

     

  • Business,  Family,  Groups,  Holiday Sessions,  Kiddos,  Maternity,  Newborns,  Seniors,  Uncategorized,  Weddings

    Best of Marathon {Marathon Photographer}

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    I was honored to be selected as one of the 3 finalists for the “2015 Best of Marathon,” and so grateful to receive the “Best Photographer” award at last night’s presentation. During the past 10 years of photographing in the Keys, I have discovered how rewarding, fulfilling, and fun it is to capture those special moments of some very special families. From behind the camera I’ve witnessed the nerves of engagements, the exchange of vows, met and photographed newborns, and enjoyed growing families. I appreciate those of you who took the time to vote for me. Thank you, Marathon, for allowing me to capture your special times!

  • Family,  Kiddos

    Upcycled {Florida Keys Children’s Photographer}

    Looking back over these from last week and I’m really loving the way they turned out. The vintage outfits belonged to baby’s momma so I wanted the session to feel aged or upcycled a bit.  Since Mom didn’t grow up down here, we didn’t want a beach or palm tree type setting.  We spent some time in a field and after getting pretty warm decided to head back to the house.  You can see that the baby really warmed up once she was in a familiar environment.

     
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