Alice’s Senior photos speak for themselves. A beautiful girl with an even more beautiful spirit. When Alice asked if we could do her senior photos at Beer Can Island I was ecstatic. It felt like a Florida rite of passage to trek through the grove of downed mangroves to reach this secluded beach. Huge driftwood...
When Dana Obleman messaged me looking for Sarasota headshots, I had a total fangirl moment. This woman is a total rock star and has helped countless thousands of parents finally get a good night’s sleep. And SHE was calling ME! Dana is the creator of the Sleep Sense Program. From her website: Hi, my name’s...
I have been beyond blessed to know more phenomenal women than I can count. I celebrate them each and every day. I try to be like them, knowing that I, too, am phenomenal. These women are the reason why I am passionate about being a headshot photographer. To capture a moment in time of the...
A few weeks ago I loaded up my gear and headed down to Phillippi Estate Park for a 2-day photoshoot extraveganza to benefit Bag Up the Love. The outpouring of support was nothing short of magical, and I’m excited to feature the people who made it possible in the coming weeks. Sarasota headshots. Many came...
Orlando Family Photographer for a day. Dear Social Media. You are a blessing and a curse. You keep our noses glued to our devices. You share embarrassing pictures for all the world to see. You cause otherwise sane and rational people to sit at a restaurant or stop light and rudely ignore the life that...
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No fluff. No filters. Just real.
I’m Michaela. I photograph seniors in that strange, in-between year. The last summer before the dorm room. The kid who still texts you the good stuff, even when she swears she’s too busy for you.
No brick walls. No “smile because I said so.”
I want the giggle. The walk that turns into a run because she forgot the camera was even there.
Real photos. Real teens. Every time.
Glad you’re here.
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The best mini session photos never come from the "say cheese" moment. They come from the twirl, the giggle, the moment you forget the camera`s even there. 💛
That`s exactly what Holiday Mini Sessions are built for, real moments, not stiff poses.
Want first access before booking opens to everyone else? Sign up for the VIP list. Link in bio. 👆
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2026 Holiday Mini Sessions: coming this fall. ✨
15 minutes. Real moments. Zero forced smiles.
These sessions sell out every year, so I`m doing something new: sign up to get notified first, before booking opens to everyone else, plus early pricing.
Link in bio to get on the list. 👆
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Calling Moms of 2027 Seniors. These aren`t the professional photos.
These are the 27 everyday moments happening this year that you don`t want to miss, the firsts, the everyday stuff, the milestones, and the lasts, and most parents don`t even know to look for them until they`re gone.
Grab the free checklist: LINK IN BIO
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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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Michaela Ristaino Photography
michaela@ristainophotography.com | 941-957-8088 | Sarasota FL
