“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” – Anne of Green Gables, L.M. Montgomery October. I don’t know why I love it so, but I do. The crisp clean air. The explosion of color from every tree and bush. It’s the month of my father’s birth, my parent’s anniversary, and my...
August, die she must. The autumn winds blow chilly and cold. September, I’ll remember. A love once new has now grown old. {Paul Simon} Another month has come and gone. How did the summer fly so fast? It always feels like we hit June and then the universe enters warp drive and suddenly the summer...
Are you Ready to Rock Your Instagram? Here are 10 Instagram Tips that will take you from novice to expert in no time. I have a confession to make. 6 months ago I knew virtually nothing about Instagram. I would overhear people talking about how it was one of their most valuable marketing tools and...
Summertime and the livin’ is easy. Ah July, where did you go? “The serene philosophy of the pink rose is steadying. Its fragrant, delicate petals open fully and are ready to fall, without regret or disillusion, after only a day in the sun. It is so every summer. One can almost hear their pink, fragrant...
Believe you can and you’re halfway there. Theodore Roosevelt And just like that we’re halfway there! I think everyone knows by this point that I...
She still reaches for your hand without thinking.
One day she won`t.
That`s the whole reason I do mini sessions. Fifteen minutes. A beautiful spot. No forced smiles, no stiff poses, just your family exactly as you are, and a handful of images you`ll actually want on your wall.
2026 Holiday Mini Sessions are booking now at Siesta Key, Phillippi Estate Park, Urfer Family Park, and Red Truck Ranch in Myakka. Several dates and locations have already sold out, so grab your spot while there`s still a choice.
Link in bio to book. 🧡
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50 things about me. Counting down.
35: My favorite composer is Stephen Sondheim.
34: Most favorite on-stage role: The Baker`s Wife in Into the Woods.
33: I love cooking. I don`t need a recipe. I`m good that way.
32: I was an IT Network Project Manager for 25 years.
31: I love singing, but hate the process of learning new music.
New ones every Tuesday. Catch up anytime in my Story highlights. 🤍
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3 spots left at Siesta Key.
Fifteen minutes. Golden light. No forced smiles, no meltdown-inducing marathon.
Just your people, real laughter, and photos that actually look like your family.
Dates and booking at the link in bio. Once they`re gone, they`re gone.
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✨ They`re back! The beloved Vintage Red Truck Minis at Myakka Ranch are officially open for 2026!
📅 Date: Sunday, November 15
🕐 Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Private Farm, Myakka Ranch
Each session includes:
✔ A 15-minute session with our cozy holiday red truck setup
✔ 5 hand-edited digital images (with upgrade options available)
✔ Print release + curated gallery
✔ Professional print + gift options
✔ The chance to actually enjoy the moment, chaos, giggles, and all! 🧡
🎁 Don`t forget, we`ll also be collecting toys for our Holiday Toy Drive to spread extra cheer this season.
✨ Spots are very limited and always go quickly, reserve yours today!
👉 Book now, link in bio.
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50 things about me. Counting down.
40: My mom was the original boss babe. My tenacity and my ability to get sh*t done, that`s her.
39: I don`t like chocolate ice cream. Give me a wild, unique gelato flavor in Italy any day.
38: My dad is my hero.
37: In high school, I played Maria in The Sound of Music. She marries a Captain with 7 kids. I grew up and married a Captain with 5.
36: My college degree is in Vocal Performance.
New ones every Tuesday. Catch up anytime in my Story highlights. 🤍
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One day they`re little.....and then you blink. Don`t miss the chance to capture every moment.
✨ 2026 Holiday Mini Sessions are officially open for booking!
Each session includes:
✔ A 15-minute session at one of Sarasota`s most-loved spots
✔ 5 hand-edited digital images (with upgrade options available)
✔ Print release + curated gallery
✔ Professional print + gift options
✔ The chance to actually enjoy the moment, chaos, giggles, and all! 🧡
Spots are very limited and going fast. Grab one before they`re gone.
Booking link in bio.
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Michaela Ristaino Photography
michaela@ristainophotography.com | 941-957-8088 | Sarasota FL
