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Sarasota and Lido Beach Senior Portraits | Meet Sarah | Class of 2022

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Meet Sarah. Pine View Class of 2022.

Congratulations Sarah! Beauty, brains, and backstroke! This sweet girl is headed to swim for the University of Miami in the fall.
A few months ago, Sarah and I met Downtown Sarasota to hang out and take her Senior Portraits. She has such a great style and absolutely rocked her session! From swirling murals and rooftop sunshine, to eclectic pink archways and a gritty parking garage, we chatted and laughed and got some groovy pics along the way. That’s what it’s about for me! We hang out and have fun and the gorgeous senior photos are the icing on the cake!

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Meet Eva | Downtown Sarasota Senior Portraits | Class of 2022

senior portraits in sarasota teen girl in black dress with water and city behind her

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Meet Kate | Class of 2020 | Girl with a Tuba

Girl in pink top holding a tuba for high school senior portrait

Meet Kate. She is a girl with a tuba. And vintage cowboy boots How badass is that? Kate’s mom Jackie and I went to college together. How fun it was to reminisce about our own college days as she prepares her daughter to head off to college next fall. We laughed and told stories and...

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Meet Laney | Class of 2019 | Downtown Sarasota Senior Photos

Sarasota High School Senior Girl in white shirt on top of a parking garage in Downtown Sarasota

Meet Laney – Sarasota High Class of 2019. We took to the streets to capture her Downtown Sarasota Senior Photos. This cello playing, beach loving all-American girl is off to USC, but not without a semester detour to Rome! I couldn’t be more jealous! I’m convinced that like minded people are drawn together, so it...

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Meet Lillian | Class of 2019 | Burns Court Senior Portraits

Sarasota Senior Portrait Session in Burns Court by Michaela Ristaino Photography

“This is the beginning of anything you want.” Meet Lillian. A senior at Pine View, Lillian is also a Sailor Circus kid. Not only does she walk on a high wire, but she stands on her head and does other amazing feats. Me? I can barely walk a straight line, much less balance on a...

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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.

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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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#GetToKnowMe #BehindTheLens #SarasotaPhotographer #FamilyFirst #PhotographerLife #VocalPerformance #50ThingsAboutMe

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.

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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.

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#SarasotaMiniSessions #SarasotaHolidayMinis #SarasotaFamilyPhotographer #SarasotaMiniPhotoSessions #SarasotaFL

The vintage red truck is back. 🎄

2026 Holiday Mini Sessions at Myakka Ranch, Sunday, November 15. Fifteen minutes, five hand-edited images, and a whole lot of Christmas-truck charm.

Spots are always the first to go. Link in bio to book.

#SarasotaMiniSessions #SarasotaFamilyPhotographer #SarasotaMiniPhotoSessions #RedTruckMiniSessions #SarasotaFL

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The vintage red truck is back. 🎄

2026 Holiday Mini Sessions at Myakka Ranch, Sunday, November 15. Fifteen minutes, five hand-edited images, and a whole lot of Christmas-truck charm.

Spots are always the first to go. Link in bio to book.

#SarasotaMiniSessions #SarasotaFamilyPhotographer #SarasotaMiniPhotoSessions #RedTruckMiniSessions #SarasotaFL

Several years ago, a little boy shut down completely mid-session. Head down, done, no interest in my jokes, less interest in having his picture taken.

We gave him a minute. By the end of those fifteen minutes, he gave me the most genuine smile I`ve ever caught on camera.

That`s what a mini session can hold, real moments, not posed ones. 2026 Holiday Mini Sessions are open for booking now. Limited dates, favorite Sarasota spots, galleries delivered in time for your cards.

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Several years ago, a little boy shut down completely mid-session. Head down, done, no interest in my jokes, less interest in having his picture taken.

We gave him a minute. By the end of those fifteen minutes, he gave me the most genuine smile I've ever caught on camera.

That's what a mini session can hold, real moments, not posed ones. 2026 Holiday Mini Sessions are open for booking now. Limited dates, favorite Sarasota spots, galleries delivered in time for your cards.

Link in bio to book.
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#SarasotaFamilyPhotographer #SarasotaMiniSessions #SiestaKeyPhotographer #SarasotaHolidayMinis #SarasotaFL

There’s a version of me that exists only during golden hour, and she is not calm.

Everyone else sees a pretty sky. I see a countdown.

This is what six minutes of pure chaos looks like. Don’t let my calm exterior deceive you. 😆🦆

Tag a senior mom who needs to see this level of commitment 😂
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There’s a version of me that exists only during golden hour, and she is not calm.

Everyone else sees a pretty sky. I see a countdown.

This is what six minutes of pure chaos looks like. Don’t let my calm exterior deceive you. 😆🦆

Tag a senior mom who needs to see this level of commitment 😂
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A perfect little Cape Cod getaway @garlandsmotel ♥️

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michaela@ristainophotography.com | 941-957-8088 | Sarasota FL