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The Rusnak Family | Tampa First Birthday Family Session

A Joyful First Birthday Family Session in Tampa A baby’s first birthday is such a meaningful milestone. In just one short year, your little one changes from a tiny newborn into a curious, expressive child with a personality all their own. As a Tampa first birthday photographer, I love helping families preserve this season with […]

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Maternity

Elegant Upham Beach Maternity Session in St. Pete Beach, Florida

Preserving the tenderness, anticipation, and beauty of this fleeting season. There is a certain kind of beauty that belongs only to maternity sessions, especially this Upham Beach maternity session. Quiet, radiant, and deeply felt. It is not simply about documenting how this season looks, but preserving how it feels — the tenderness, the anticipation, and […]

Studio

What Does “Full-Service Photography” Actually Mean?

Full-service photography offers more than beautiful images. Learn how personalized planning, professional guidance, a relaxed session, and custom artwork create a seamless portrait experience.

Emotional fine art portrait of woman reclaiming identity and presence.

Studio

Tampa Boudoir Photography | The Unveiled Series

The Unveiled Series is an empowering Tampa portrait experience created for women ready to reconnect with themselves, embrace vulnerability, and celebrate their identity through intentional imagery.

ampa newborn photographer sharing the honest differences between studio and in-home sessions and why studio photography creates timeless, stress-free results.

Newborn

Studio vs. In-Home Newborn Photography in Tampa

Should you plan your newborn session at home or in a studio? A Tampa newborn photographer shares the honest differences to help you choose the best experience for your family.

Family

Is it worth the drive to St. Pete Beach

Why IT IS Worth the Drive from Tampa to St. Pete for Photography (and the Magic of Droning the Real Beach). Living in Tampa means we’re never far from the water, but when it comes to capturing photographs that feel like Florida, nothing compares to making the short drive over the bridge to St. Petersburg. […]

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ABOUT Elizabeth

Known for her authentic, candid style of photography. She produces effortlessly organic keepsakes that showcase you and your family’s personalities in upstaged surroundings. Her studio is her home away from home and is always a safe and welcoming space for all. 

At its core, this brand beats with a deep love for inclusivity and unwavering support of the LGBTQ+ community. found{her} was born from the desire to create a sanctuary — a safe, judgment-free space where every soul is seen, celebrated, and invited to preserve their story of life and love.

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