I’m speechless. This labor of love, that I almost talked myself out of ended like this…. #OperationLoveLola featured on the COVER of the Beauty Revived 50 Most Beautiful Children Magazine. So honored. So humbled. So grateful. We did it, sweet Lola, you and I. We did it. I can’t wait to share the rest of...
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...
How do you define Real Beauty? Really, I want to know. What is your definition of Real Beauty? Who in your life exemplifies Real Beauty? For me? My amazing mother Dori is my defining force of real beauty. Selfless and compassionate. Encouraging and strong. Courageous and humble. A woman who worked hard her whole life...
Beauty Revived is in search of America’s 50 Most Beautiful Women. Will you help us find her? After seeing first hand how lives can be changed by Beauty Revived through my own experience with #OperationLoveLola, I can’t help but be giddy with excitement about this next project. Beauty Revived is taking on the challenge to find America’s 50...
“Beauty is not in the face; beauty is a light in the heart.” ― Kahlil Gibran On Saturday I finally met Lola. I was nervous because I wanted the day to be perfect for her. You guys. It was PERFECT. Lola is even more captivating than I could have imagined. She is full of light and love and...
Yep, that’s me in there for about half a second. I believe in taking the trip, being in the photo, and not waiting for ‘someday.’ Also I photograph seniors in Sarasota, but that’s a whole separate post.
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New here? Good.
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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Michaela Ristaino Photography
michaela@ristainophotography.com | 941-957-8088 | Sarasota FL
Wonderful news! You and Lola did a great job and it is so exciting that you guys are on the cover!
THANK YOU, Tam!! It’s amazing to share her shining light in this way!
Fantastic! You and your helpers put so much love into this project. Wonderful cover photo.