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The I Family | Sarasota Extended Family Photo Session

Did you know that I offer Extended Family Photo Sessions? These sessions are the perfect opportunity to gather the whole family and capture your family legacy. Matriarch Janice arranged this shoot with her husband. their grown children and grandchildren. The results were not only gorgeous, but also super fun!! And not every location has to be some exotic or far away locale. Sometimes the best options lie right within your own backyard. This Extended Family Photo Session took place Janice’s beautiful community. With a lovely gazebo, parklike setting, and serene lake, it was the perfect backdrop for their beautiful family.

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Ready to book your Photo Session? I am currently booking 2018 holiday photos and now accepting sessions for 2019.

Contact me here for more information or to secure a date.

I AM A FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHER IN SARASOTA FLORIDA SPECIALIZING IN SARASOTA FAMILY PHOTOS AND PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS. IT MAKES MY HEART HAPPY, AND I AM STANDING BY TO CAPTURE YOUR JOY!

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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.

Booking link in bio.
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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.

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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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#SarasotaSeniorPhotographer #ClassOf2027 #GoldenHourChaos #SarasotaSeniors #BehindTheLens

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