Sarasota's Premier Senior & Headshot Photographer

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Headshot Experience

Michaela Ristaino Photography is proud to offer 2 unique headshot offerings:

 

Individual Headshots:

Perfect for real estate agents, actors, singers, entrepreneurs, or any individual needing a headshot to show off your best self.

 

Headshots in a Snap:

Individual headshot sessions can run hundreds of dollars, but not everyone needs a full session.

 

Law firms, doctors offices, and many other businesses need beautiful and consistent photos of the staff for their websites without breaking the bank.

 

Headshots in a Snap are a quick and cost effective way to get beautiful images for your website and marketing materials. Available for groups of 5 or more.

 

Click here for information on headshot sessions and pricing.

 

Click the images below to view the headshot portfolios.

 

 

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Professional Headshots

woman in navy blouse at Selby Gardens in Sarasota FLRemember when professional headshots meant being dressed in a stuffy suit against a sterile faux-marble backdrop of an indoor studio? Those days are gone, my friend. In today’s saturated entrepreneurial marketplace, it’s more important than ever to set yourself apart.
  
This is where I can help!

Having a headshot that truly represents you and your brand will take you and your business to the next level.

Not sure exactly how to do that? No worries, because that’s my specialty. How do I know how important a good headshot is? I hold a degree in music and have a rich background in performance which gives me a unique ability to merge two loves, performance and photography. We’ll work through all the details to ensure that we showcase the most honest and authentic version of YOU. 

The final product will be professional headshots you are proud to showcase that will set you apart and tell others that YOU are just what they need. Click here for more information about your portrait experience with Ristaino Photography.

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My approach to photographing your portraits is joyful, whimsical authenticity. I believe we ALL have these things inside us and I promise to set you completely at ease as we work together to capture the most authentic version of you.

Want more details? Contact me today at 941-363-1720 or michaela@ristainophotography.com to talk live, get questions answered, or book your session!

See more phenomenal Sarasota Headshots here.

I am a fine art portrait photographer in Sarasota Florida. Sarasota Headshot Photography is my jam, and I am standing by to capture your joy!

Looking to create a one of a kind Family photo experience? The Family gallery can be found here.

Have a High Schooler getting ready to graduate? Head on over to the Senior gallery.

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This page has grown lately — so it feels like a good time to reintroduce myself!

I’m Michaela - the girl behind the lens - and capturing seniors as they are learning to use their wings makes my heart sing!

I work with moms of high school seniors who feel how fast this year is flying by.

If you’ve trusted me with your senior — or you’re still watching from the sidelines — I’m so glad you’re here.

If you’re walking through senior year right now, drop a 🎓 below.

#SarasotaSeniorPhotographer #SarasotaSeniorMoms #SarasotaClassOf2026 #SeniorYearMom #FloridaSeniorPhotographer

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This page has grown lately — so it feels like a good time to reintroduce myself! I’m Michaela - the girl behind the lens - and capturing seniors as they are learning to use their wings makes my heart sing! I work with moms of high school seniors who feel how fast this year is flying by. If you’ve trusted me with your senior — or you’re still watching from the sidelines — I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re walking through senior year right now, drop a 🎓 below. #SarasotaSeniorPhotographer #SarasotaSeniorMoms #SarasotaClassOf2026 #SeniorYearMom #FloridaSeniorPhotographer

Spring break 🌴☀️ feels different when you’re the mom of a senior.

Whether you’re local to Sarasota or here soaking up one last beach trip before graduation — this season is big.

The lasts are stacking up.
The countdown is real.

If your senior is in Sarasota this spring, let’s capture her exactly as she is — before the world asks her to be anything else.

Message me & let’s start planning.

#SarasotaSeniorPhotographer #SarasotaSeniorPortraits #SeniorSpringBreak #FloridaSeniorPhotos #classof2026

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Spring break 🌴☀️ feels different when you’re the mom of a senior. Whether you’re local to Sarasota or here soaking up one last beach trip before graduation — this season is big. The lasts are stacking up. The countdown is real. If your senior is in Sarasota this spring, let’s capture her exactly as she is — before the world asks her to be anything else. Message me & let’s start planning. #SarasotaSeniorPhotographer #SarasotaSeniorPortraits #SeniorSpringBreak #FloridaSeniorPhotos #classof2026

Most of the families I meet are walking through this season with one foot on the gas and the other on the brakes.

Senior year is wild like that — packed with firsts and lasts, joy and friction, pride and ache.

It’s tempting to wait until things feel more certain. Until they’re less stressed. Until you are, too.

But the in-between is where the magic lives.

The late-night talks.
The car rides in silence.
The slammed doors, and long hugs after.

This season doesn’t need perfect.
It just needs presence.

If you’re in the thick of it — unsure, emotional, holding it all — know this:

It’s still worth remembering.

Ready when you are.

#senioryearmoments #doitanyway #sarasotaseniorphotographer #thisseasonmatters

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Most of the families I meet are walking through this season with one foot on the gas and the other on the brakes. Senior year is wild like that — packed with firsts and lasts, joy and friction, pride and ache. It’s tempting to wait until things feel more certain. Until they’re less stressed. Until you are, too. But the in-between is where the magic lives. The late-night talks. The car rides in silence. The slammed doors, and long hugs after. This season doesn’t need perfect. It just needs presence. If you’re in the thick of it — unsure, emotional, holding it all — know this: It’s still worth remembering. Ready when you are. #senioryearmoments #doitanyway #sarasotaseniorphotographer #thisseasonmatters

Quiet water. Soft light. A moment just for her.
Meet Ayda ~ Class of 2026
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#BayPreserve
#SarasotaSeniors
#FloridaSeniorPhotos
#SeniorSession
#GoldenHourMagic

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Quiet water. Soft light. A moment just for her. Meet Ayda ~ Class of 2026 . . . #BayPreserve #SarasotaSeniors #FloridaSeniorPhotos #SeniorSession #GoldenHourMagic

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Michaela Ristaino Photography | Sarasota FL | 941-363-1720