Love - Sarasota Lifestyle Photographer

Love, Connection, Commitment, FUN, GORGEOUS. What more can I say about this amazing couple I had the complete privilege to photograph. We took full advantage of the beautiful weather in Downtown Sarasota and really, just had fun. Michelle and Brent, you are truly an amazing couple. The saying above the door reads: "Living Well is The Best Revenge" - you two certainly live up to that motto. Thank you for spending your Sunday afternoon with me.

"W-Family" - Sarasota Family Photographer

I have had the honor and privilege to photograph the "W" family several times. I did a session with them last Christmas and again when Tate was born. I see these little guys often yet I'm still amazed at the changes from just one year. Thanks for allowing me to document your handsome crew!

Little Princesses - Sarasota Family Photographer

I wast thrilled to photograph the "M" family. You may remember these little cuties from Camilla's newborn session. They sure have grown into quite the little princesses over the past year. Corin is a big helper and Camilla is like a little porcelain doll, only a little busier. It was great seeing you all again.

Baby Eli - Sarasota Baby Photographer

You might remember this sweet little guy from his newborn session. He has grown into quite a sweet little baby with cheeks that I just want to squeeze. Here are just a couple of Eli and his parents from their holiday mini session.

Pure Beauty! - Sarasota Family Photographer

I was lucky enough to photograph this sweetheart and her parents again this year. You may remember her from last Christmas . Well, she has grown into quite the little beauty! Thank you Kelly and Bobby for allowing me to watch your family grow. It's always a pleasure. Enjoy your preview!

Big Time! - Sarasota Family Photographer

I love this time of year. I have a constant flow of deliveries and for me, it's like Christmas morning unwrapping client orders nearly every day of November and December. This week, I had two big canvas deliveries, one 16x20 and one 24x30. My husband, who usually just acts interested because he knows I get excited, actually really was. His comment for the first one (the 16x20) was, "it's great, but...", and my heart sank. He finished with - "it's too small, it needs to be bigger, a lot bigger." I totally agreed. I didn't get any pictures of that one, but did today when I got an unexpected delivery of the 24x30 canvas that was supposed to be delivered to Virginia (it will be making it's way to you Kristen, I promise). I have to admit, I was really kind of excited about the lab's error. Just meant I got to see the canvas, in all it's big, beautiful glory. And, being the person of opportunity, I decided to hang it on my wall.

I have wanted to do a post on this for quite some time. I can't tell you how many times I have clients order 5x7 prints and "Big" 8x10 prints for their walls. Here's the thing, unless you are literally a foot or two away from it, you will not see your image. My clients pay for a custom photography experience. They love their images and want to show them off but are often afraid of ordering big. Instead, they end up with lots of 5x7 that don't do the image justice in most cases. I have the most beautiful clients and, if I don't say so myself, we create some amazing images together of your families. SHOW THEM OFF!

I want to share an image in my own home. This is not how my wall typically looks, I love my work but don't typically display clients on the walls of my home. For reference, this sofa is actually a small, compact one (a little larger than a love seat, but not standard sofa length). If you ever make your way to my home, I suggest you don't ever sit on in. Molly, our 11 year old beagle has made this her personal perch. It is full of dog hair and horribly uncomfortable because she has squashed the stuffing out of the cushions. But, it will serve the purpose for today.

I have listed the print sizes for reference. As a general rule, desk prints (to be displayed on a table top in a frame) are 8x10 and small. That is because it's likely that you will be in close proximity to it. Prints this size can be picked up for closer looks without risking ruining a wall display. Wall prints are prints that are 11x14 or larger. You do not need to be right upon them in order to appreciate the subject matter.

So, next time you question what size print you will need, GO BIG! You won't regret it.