I am so glad this sweet family moved back to the area. I was lucky enough to photograph their oldest a LONG time ago for her newborn photos. My, has she changed since then and I mean, come on, now they have three more kiddos and it doesn’t get any sweeter than that! Their mama also was the best “big boy sitter” as the boys called her back then. She helped me as I was getting into business and had kids not school aged at that point. She would take them to the park, the museum and was the BEST! Now, she is the best mama, and I am not surprised at all! So, here is a morning session we did at my favorite Tampa flower field.

Newborn pictures Tampa with both the ease of an in home photo session but also sneak outside in Decmeber for beautiful outdoor newborn photos is just amazing! Being the one to document big brother’s newborn photos, I was able to do a similar set up to his newborn photos for his new little sister. I especially love that their pup made an appearance in both newborn photo sessions as well. Poop pup looks a little more tired this time around with a second baby in his space but the family looks full of joy and love, right?

When should newborn photos be taken? Well, that really depends on what you want from your baby photos. As a longtime newborn photographer in Tampa, I have done newborn pictures at a few days old and a month after baby is born. Each will have different experiences and your photographer should help get to know you before you book to make sure your vision meets their photographic style, too!

Despite the colder weather we are having, it isn’t as cold as Colorado, right? This gorgeous and fun family got together for vacation on Indian Rocks Beach and set up their extended family photo session to document their time together. Get photo inspiration and enjoy a few photo tips for getting ready a beach photo session. These are especially helpful if you are visiting from out of town.

Wild winter weather doesn’t stop us from documenting your family on vacation in Tampa Bay! This gorgeous family session on Indian Rocks Beach truly shows what December beach weather in Tampa Bay may look like! Adult and teenage children at photo sessions when everyone is together is truly priceless! Don’t forget to document your family at all ages, not just as they are adorble little children!

I am so honored and thankful this family has welcomed me to their home year after year. We always have the best light, the best location and best time. I definitely sweat a lot less this year, thankfully as well. The picture perfect weather in October allowed us time to relax and take some stress free family photos at their home again this year. I absolutely adore this family and feel like the photos are just a bit more special this time around for them, too. I can’t believe how much the kids have matured. I am going to share a few of our first session at the very end just to show how time flies!

You know those places that are just magical, no matter the weather, no matter sunshine or clouds, these special locations just always seem to be bring out the best for photos? That is Davis Islands Beach for me.This family is also pretty magical and special too. They have trusted me for a few years now with the extra bonus of film at their mini-sessions. That means they get a little extra time and a whole roll of film to play with and keep the digitals of at the end as well. Davis Islands and film are also a perfect match like peanut butter and jelly!

I just love when a night works out with perfect weather, the perfect light, the perfect family and the perfect outfits. I work hard with clients to help guide them to be themselves in photos and still bring style that fits them and works well in camera. This family probably didn’t need much help in the style departement though at all. They layered the most perfect textures and variety of fabrics in all neutrals. Families, save these photos for a neutral palette guide for your family’s beach photos in neutrals. This is a great “what to wear” guide for neutral clothing options for your family photo session at the beach!

A one month old in the comfort of their home is the best way to document your baby without too much stress. When you are sleep deprived and running on hormones and caffeine, keeping things simple for your baby’s first photo session is always best. These Tampa family and one month baby portraits are similar to the ones we did for his big sister a few short years ago, too.

Picnic Island Beach and Park in Tampa was a great photo back drop for this fun family photo session. I loved their fall outfits that coordinated but didn’t match too perfectly. They brought their fun energy and a great attitude to result in more photos than they will ever need. Read more about tips for a more relaxing and rewarding Tampa family photo session on the blog today!

The 2023 fall and holiday mini-sessions are now available for booking with Hamilton Creek Photography. These have typically filled up quickly and are first come-first served. Locations all over Tampa Bay, with specific dates, times and locations on both weekends and weekdays, we hope to see you and your family for a fun, quick, and stress free mini-session this year! If you don’t see a date or location that works, reach out for a full session pricing guide and don’t delay, weekend dates will book up!

You guessed it, another vacation family photo session on Indian Shores Beach. I absolutely love that I get to meet so many new faces during their time vacationing in Florida. Especially while they are having fun at the beach! It really doesn’t get better for me while working! Indian Shores and Indian Rocks Beach both have been the “must visit beach” for many families this summer. The beach may be busy while we are together, but when you are vacationing you don’t really want all the beach goers in your photos. Thankfully I have a lot of experience with photographing families even on the busiest weeks on the beach, like the Fourth of July, or Memorial Day Weekend. Being able to pose you and direct you without you really feeling like I am telling you how to be together means I spend a lot less time editing people out of your photos as well.