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How to Have Perfect Family Portraits with Littles: A Joyful Mommy & Me Session

There is something so special about photographing a Mommy and Me session, and Megan and her three littles, Harper, Owen, and Grace, were no exception! This session was filled with energy, laughter, and all the beautiful chaos that comes with little ones. Megan truly has her hands full in the best way possible, and capturing the love and connection they share was such a joy.

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Phillipe Park Family Portraits | Haas Family

It’s always such a joy to reconnect with past clients, and photographing the Haas family at Philippe Park was so fun!! A few months ago, they welcomed their sweet new addition, Dahlia, into their family. She’s absolutely adorable, with the happiest little smile that could brighten anyone’s day! Capturing their love and energy now as a family of five was truly special.

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Top 5 Tips for a Picture-Perfect Portrait Session: Expert Advice from Carrie Wildes Photography

When it comes to capturing moments that last a lifetime, a professional portrait session is a perfect way to showcase your unique personality and style! Whether you're looking for a family portrait, engagement photos, or just a fresh headshot, working with an experienced Tampa portrait photographer can make all the difference. Here are our top 5 tips to ensure your portrait session is the best it can be.

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Celebrating 10 Years of Love: Megan and Ian's Anniversary Portrait Session at Cypress Point Park

Megan and Ian recently celebrated their 10-year anniversary in Tampa area, and we had the honor of capturing this special milestone at one of our favorite locations, Cypress Point Park. As a Tampa portrait photographer, I love this spot for its stunning waterfront views, diverse scenery, and the occasional surprise visitor—like the dolphin that made a brief appearance during our session!

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Saddlebrook Family Portraits | Begg Family

There are few things more special than capturing the bonds that tie a family together, and when Kristin called me about photographing their three generations together at Saddlebrook Resort I could not have been more excited! This session was particularly meaningful because this lovely family has a special connection with another one of our favorite families. We had the honor of photographing their friends' wedding years ago and their multi-generational family sessions here as well!

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Cypress Point Park Tampa Family Portraits | Prichard Family

It always makes me so happy to get to see how my couples’ families have grown over the years! I had the honor of photographing the Prichard family at Cypress Point Park in Tampa. Our journey with them began in 2011 when we had captured their engagement session and wedding. Fast forward to today, and it’s awesome to see how life has blossomed for them with their two kids, Anna and Luke.

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Tampa Family Portraits | Witte Family

Here’s part 2 of Sara and John’s family photos. If you saw our first post we did Sara’s family’s photos on her parents beautiful property. A couple weeks later it was John’s family’s turn. He and his brother grew up on this lake, as his parents have been here for 40+ years with I’m sure all kinds of shenanigans and fun.

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Tampa Family Portraits | Bogdan Family

Eight years ago, I had the pleasure of capturing Sara and John's wedding on this beautiful property, where she grew up. Fast forward to today, and they now have two beautiful kids. Sara's brother has also tied the knot and has a handsome little one of his own. It's incredible to witness the passage of time and the growth of their families.

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Hyde Park South Tampa Family Photos | Salgado-Canoa Fam

I’ve got sneak peeks from our annual session with this beautiful family! I’ve known them since before Regina was born and Leo was just a little guy. Now he’s in 8th grade!! Hyde Park Village is one of my favorite spots for family photos, that fountain reminds me of the fountains in New Orleans and Charleston.

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Philippe Park Family Portraits | Mears Family

There are moments in life that we wish we could freeze in time, and for the Mears family, Philippe Park in Safety Harbor, Florida, was a chance to do just that. The last time I had the pleasure of photographing this beautiful family, their young son was just a 5-year-old little boy. Fast forward to today, and while Deborah and Erick look literally the same, he has transformed into a tall and confident middle schooler, embarking on an exciting new chapter of his life.

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Lake Park Lutz Family Portraits | W Family

There's nothing quite as precious as capturing the first moments of a family's journey with their little ones! I met this couple when they were dating as I photographed Jessica’s mom’s wedding! Now they are a beautiful family of 3!

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Saddlebrook Resort Family Photos | Scalzon/Munson Family

One of the things I love most about being a photographer is getting to see my clients' beautiful families grow over the years! 13 years ago I photographed Kate and Brandon's wedding at Saddlebrook Resort . Every so often they come back for a little family Florida vacay all together and it literally makes my heart explode that they think of me to capture their family! I saw them in 2012, 2016 and 2023! Such a gorgeous growing family and I LOVE their outfit selections.

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Cypress Point Park Family Portraits | D Family

Carrie and Jimmy’s beautiful family is so full of life and fun with these handsome little guys they have!! Mason is 6, James is 2, and Callan had just turned 8 months. I love seeing how their little personalities are so different and totally shows. I had the honor of doing Carrie and Jimmy’s wedding a few years ago and it’s my favorite to get to see them grow together and the love they have for these 3 sweet boys.

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Tampa Family Portraits - Word of Life | Dever Family

This was an extra special family portrait session as it was Sarah, Alan, and Olah’s first session as a family together! I’ve known Sarah for quite a few years now as she is a super talented artist. 3 years ago I had the honor of photographing her and Alan’s wedding and we have had several conversations of them wanting to adopt someday. Just a few months ago, that dream of theirs became a reality and Olah made them a party of 3! I was SO happy when Sarah asked me to do this session for them, literally seeing couple’s dream of adoption is my favorite thing. Olah is such a sweet girl and bright light with an amazing future ahead of her!

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Tampa Newborn Session | Simon Family

I had the honor of photographing Little miss Angelina’s (Lina for short:-) very first portrait session! She was born in December and makes Brittany, Will, and Camden’s family a beautiful party of 4!

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Lake Park Portrait Session | Serina & Steven

We get to work with such amazing and talented professionals for weddings and sometimes we even get to photograph them as well! I’ve known Serina from the wedding industry and was so excited when she asked me to do a portrait session with her, her boyfriend Steven, and their super sweet pup Bogey!

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Old Hyde Park Village Family Portraits | Olgin Family

So, I do have a slight obsession with the pink wall and rainbow mural in Hyde Park:-) When Kara asked me about locations for their family session for Amelia’s 2nd birthday I knew it was totally their style. What a little doll!!! She has the most squeezable cheeks and that smile!

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