Sarasota's Premier Senior & Headshot Photographer

Michaela Ristaino, four black and white portraits

About

Good to Meet You

I am a traveler and a lover of life.

A singer and performer.

I am also an introvert. Doesn’t that make things interesting?

I used to think people who said they loved working out were lying. Now I’m one of them.

I love coffee, lunch dates with good friends, and beach days in January.

I am obsessed with old photographs. Always have been. Always will be. See?

All of it, the performer’s instinct, the introvert’s patience, the traveler’s curiosity, shows up the moment I pick up a camera.

How about you? What makes your house a home? What’s your senior really like when nobody’s watching? Drop me a note and tell me about it, and then let’s craft just the perfect way to capture it together.

xoxo, michaela

Michaela Ristaino exploring the Colorado mountains

Exploring the Colorado mountains, one of my favorite places to recharge and find inspiration.

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These aren't the professional photos.

These are the 27 everyday moments happening this year that you don't want to miss, and most parents don't even know to look for them until they're gone.

Comment SENIOR and I'll send you the full list.
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Happy first day of school, Sarasota! 🎒☀️

Here's to a great year, whatever grade you're jumping into.
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Parents of seniors tell me the same thing after graduation: "I wish I'd taken more photos."

Not just the big events, the everyday moments too. The messy bedroom. Late-night homework. Running out the door to practice.

Those are the ones you'll miss the most, and they're yours to catch, not mine.

I made a free list of the 27 photo moments worth capturing before graduation. Comment SENIOR and I'll send it straight to your DMs.
Raise your hand if you're already dreading the "last first day of school" photo 🙋‍♀️

Same. Which is exactly why I put together a free list of the 27 moments actually worth capturing this year, the firsts, the everyday stuff, the milestones, and the lasts.

Comment SENIOR and I'll send it your way.
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Michaela Ristaino Photography
michaela@ristainophotography.com | 941-957-8088 | Sarasota FL