I recently had the pleasure of meeting and photographing the Sims family.  I was excited to work with them during their visit to their second home here in St Augustine.  Susan, Sam and their three beautiful children were an absolute pleasure to photograph and I loved their clothing selection with just the right amount of color and character.  Hopefully in the new year, I’ll be able to photograph more awesome families!

Recently I was contacted by Robyn to do some “not so traditional” head shots.  Most of what I shoot is weddings so it’s always nice to do some portrait work when I get the opportunity.  She saw the photos I did of Lindsey last year and wanted some shots like that, with a personal and approachable yet professional feel.  Robyn is a trained school psychologist and she is working on creating a website to promote her educational advocacy and coaching services.  We spent some time together at Camachee Island for her shoot and we even included her cute dogs in some of the shots.  I love the way the pictures turned out.  Robyn is not only beautiful but incredibly sweet and professional.  I know she’ll do well with her new venture.  Thanks to Jill Stonier for the beautiful job on the professional makeup on this shoot!

Lindsey is a St Augustine realtor and she contacted recently to shoot some new portraits for her business.  We decided to meet in downtown St Augustine for her shoot.  She has a genuinely warm and bubbly personality on top of her beautiful face.  I really wanted to capture some business type shots of her but with a girly flair.

These are some of my favorites.  Thanks Lindsey!  I had a great time!

XOXO

Dana

I’ll be honest.  I don’t do a ton of maternity shoots but when a fellow photographer asks for a shoot, especially when it’s something as special as their first pregnancy, I’m truly excited and honored.   After all, Alison has one of the cutest baby bellies I’ve ever seen.  She looks amazing!  I have known Alison & Jay for a couple of years and when I met them early in my photography journey, I immediately knew they were good people and I’m so lucky to call them friends.  I am beyond happy for them and I know they’re going to be fantastic parents!  Thank you Alison & Jay for allowing me to document this super special time in your lives.

XOXO

Dana

Last week, I spent some time at the St Augustine Music Festival.  It was an entire week of amazing concerts and was held at the Basilica.  They asked me to come in and get some shots of the musicians before and during the concert.  I must say, it was quite refreshing to photograph something a little different than my usual weddings and portrait sessions.  Here are a few on my favorite shots.  Check out their Facebook page here for more information.

Enjoy!