Some engagement sessions feel extra special from the very start—and Megan + Mac’s was one of those evenings. Not only are these two planning a gorgeous destination wedding right here in Punta Gorda next year, but they chose to celebrate this season of engagement in the very place where they’ll say “I do.” There’s something meaningful […]

Carl + Rita’s Perfect Blend on Boca Grande There are some sessions that feel like they’re pulled straight from a storybook, and Carl + Rita’s engagement session at the Gasparilla Island Lighthouse was exactly that kind of magic. As a southwest Florida family + couples photographer, Boca Grande has always been one of my favorite locations—its sugar-white […]

There’s something so magical about mornings in North Port, Florida — the soft golden light filtering through the sprawling oak trees, the air still fresh and full of promise. It was the perfect setting for this beautiful family of three, who joined me for a fun, relaxed, and joy-filled family session under those majestic oaks. […]

A Sunset Celebration at Siesta Key There’s something incredibly heartwarming about photographing a couple whose story you’ve already witnessed from the beginning. When Brooke + Mark reached out to tell me they were expecting their first baby boy this fall—and wanted me to photograph their maternity session—I couldn’t help but smile. I had captured their wedding, and […]

With warm ocean breezes, golden-hour light, and a sky that turned watercolor after a passing storm, their intimate celebration captured everything that makes this coastal town so special. From fewer crowds to deeply personal moments framed by tropical florals, their day was a perfect reminder that love doesn’t need grandeur — just intention, beauty, and the right stretch of beach.

Punta Gorda Family Photographer Shares the Best Kid-Friendly Summer Adventures Summer is in full swing here in Southwest Florida! As a mom, I know all too well the importance of building quality summer memories with my kids, and today I’m sharing some of my local hometown favorites! Whether you’re a local family looking to add […]

Believe it or not, I never had any intention of being a photographer in my childhood. I’m not even sure I realized it could even be considered as a career. I was the little girl always playing school with my stuffed animals and using my red pens to leave large “A+++” on anything and everything. […]

If you’ve been around for any of length of time, you know that ALP couples value heartfelt details and truly just a celebration of marriage above all else. Veronica and David’s destination wedding on Venice Beach in Florida was one of those days. From the intimate ceremony with a family sand ceremony to the breathtaking […]

There is something so special to watch people enter different seasons of their life. I have known Christy for several years, first meeting her as a freshly post-grad single woman navigating the beginnings of a new career. To see her now established in her career and engaged to a such a wonderful man as Timmy […]

Sun, Sand, and Surf: A Romantic Surfboard Couples Session at Siesta Key, Florida There’s something magical about Siesta Key, Florida—a place where the powdery white sands meet the sparkling turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This idyllic setting provides the perfect backdrop for couples looking to capture moments of love and adventure. Recently, we […]