Sarasota Family photographer on location in New Hampshire. Sarasota family photographer. “This strangely still pause between summer and autumn, greenery and gold, and the heat and rising wind that is once again readying itself to rush it all away in a climactic symphony of colour and scent is, in my opinion, one of the best...
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...
Sarasota Headshot Photography. So, here’s the thing. We’ve lived in Sarasota for about a year. But moving is hard, and when you work from home, meeting people doesn’t always come easy. I had heard about Gloria Musicae, a professional choir here in Sarasota, and knew I wanted to audition. I’m a singer, it’s such a...
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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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
