Orlando • Central Florida • Florida beaches

Orlando & Central Florida Family Photographer

Relaxed, beautifully guided family photography for local families, vacation groups and extended families—without stiff posing or pressure to be perfect.

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Extended family standing together at the shoreline with Cocoa Beach Pier behind them
15+ years photographing families
One photographer from planning through delivery
Small to extended families of every size
Orlando to the coasts local and vacation sessions

Choose the session

Choose the session that fits your family.

A quick update with your immediate family feels different from a full vacation gathering with grandparents and cousins. Choose the session that feels closest to what you are planning, and we’ll make sure the details fit.

Family of five standing beneath a sprawling oak tree
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Family sessions

Immediate families, growing children, annual portraits and the people who make everyday life yours.

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Large extended family standing together at shoreline
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Extended families

Grandparents, cousins and several households—photographed with a plan that keeps the experience relaxed.

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Parents walking with two children along waterfront promenade
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Disney & Orlando vacation sessions

Park, resort and nearby Orlando inquiries are welcome. We’ll help plan a relaxed session around the people, places and schedule that matter to your trip.

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Newborn + studio

Calm newborn sessions and simple studio portraits with plenty of room for personality.

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Parents carrying their two young children beside a resort lake
Couple smiling at each other in beach dunes
Six adults standing together on shaded resort path

Bring your people

You can relax. We’ll guide the rest.

You do not need perfectly behaved children, a partner who loves being photographed or a list of poses saved on your phone. We’ll give you plenty of direction, keep the mood light and help everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera.

With young children, we follow their energy instead of expecting them to perform. With a large family, we make sure everyone who matters is included. With a vacation group, we work around the trip so photos feel like an enjoyable part of the day—not the whole day.

  • Location and timing help
  • Simple wardrobe guidance
  • Clear direction without stiff posing
  • An organized plan for large groups
  • Help with weather and access
  • Consistent hand editing

What thoughtful planning makes easier

There is a thoughtful plan behind the session, but it should still feel easy.

We’ll start with the family photographs everyone wants, then loosen things up with movement, smaller groups and plenty of personality. You get a complete gallery without the session feeling like a long list of poses.

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Everyone together

We usually begin with the full family while everyone is together and ready.

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Grandparents and little ones

Grandparents and young children are photographed early so they do not have to wait through every combination.

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Families, siblings and cousins

We work through the smaller groups families most often print, frame and share.

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Then we relax into it

Once the important portraits are included, there is plenty of room for movement, laughter and photographs that feel less posed.

A little of what we photograph

Real families, real personalities and beautiful places.

We photograph local families, vacation groups, grandparents, toddlers, teenagers and newborns. Every family looks different, and that is exactly the point—the photographs should feel polished without losing the people inside them.

Grandfather smiling at the baby he is holding
Father and daughter laughing together in warm resort light
Couple standing together on the beach with Cocoa Beach Pier behind them
Couple walking between large planters in tropical garden
Family of six walking together through sunlit park
Extended family laughing together in beach dunes
Parents standing with their two young children near the water
Extended family gathered together on the beach

Orlando to the coast

We’ll help you choose a location that feels right.

A beautiful location should also be comfortable and practical. We consider the light, heat, walking distance, crowds, accessibility and the ages in your family before recommending a place.

That might be an Orlando garden, a relaxed vacation-area setting, an easy beach access or the studio. The best choice is the one that looks beautiful and lets your family settle in comfortably.

Explore Central Florida sessions
Couple embracing on the beach beneath a vivid sunset
Father holding his daughter beneath the Disney BoardWalk sign
Toddler girl running across a sunlit lawn
Father kneeling between his two smiling sons

From a repeat vacation family

“I can’t thank Michelle enough for the memories she captured of our family. We have used her twice for our Florida vacation photos and I will forever cherish them. She is so fun, personable and great with our kids. Highly recommend—and I can’t wait to make more memories with her.”

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Experience you can verify

More than 15 years of photographing families.

For more than 15 years, families have trusted us with everything from quick portrait updates to 25-person anniversary gatherings. That experience means you can relax knowing we have worked with toddlers, reluctant adults, grandparents, changing weather and just about every family dynamic in between.

15+ years Photographing families throughout Central Florida
Certified Professional photography credentials and industry recognition
Hundreds Of local and vacationing families photographed

A 25-person anniversary gathering

★★★★★

Kind words from families we’ve photographed.

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“We gathered in Orlando for our 50th anniversary—25 people in all. When thunderstorms changed the plan, Michelle adapted quickly for an interior session and worked beautifully with everyone from very small children to grandparents.”

Five-star Google review

“Michelle made family pictures so easy while we were on vacation. We had lots of little kids and she still captured great photos. We will absolutely use her again.”

Alex Murfin · Google review

“She coordinated multiple families and children seamlessly, gave us wonderful sunrise guidance and created beautiful family and engagement photographs.”

Meredith Murfin · Google review

“Michelle was easy to work with, accommodated the backdrops we wanted and made us feel comfortable. The photos are beautiful.”

Suzette M · Google review

Clear starting points

Choose the session that gives your family enough room.

Family collections currently begin at $497. A $250 retainer reserves your date, and you’ll see the complete details before booking.

Petite

Quick and easy

$497

  • Up to 20 minutes
  • 20 finished digital images
  • One approved outdoor location
  • Best for smaller immediate families
  • Select morning start times only
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Essential

More room to move

$649

  • Up to 40 minutes
  • 40 finished digital images
  • One approved outdoor location
  • Ideal for immediate families and small groups
  • More time for movement and variety
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Good to know

A few answers to make planning easier.

What is a family session actually like?

Relaxed and fully guided. We’ll help with where to stand, what to do with your hands and when to simply enjoy your family. You do not need to arrive knowing how to pose.

What if my children are shy, busy or having a hard day?

That is completely okay. We work with real children and real personalities every day. We keep things moving, use play and little breaks when needed, and never expect perfect behavior or nonstop smiles.

Which collection should we choose?

Petite is best for smaller immediate families who want a short morning session. Essential gives immediate families more time and variety. Signature is the strongest fit for larger or extended families and anyone wanting more combinations. If you are unsure, tell us who is coming and we’ll gladly help.

Will you help us choose a location and outfits?

Absolutely. We’ll recommend locations based on your family, schedule, mobility needs and the look you love. We’ll also help you coordinate clothing that feels comfortable and looks beautiful without making everyone match.

When will our gallery be ready?

Most family galleries are ready in approximately two to three weeks. Your private gallery will be available for 14 days, so we recommend downloading everything promptly and saving a backup in more than one place.

What happens if Florida weather becomes a problem?

We keep a close eye on the forecast and the conditions at your actual location. If the weather becomes unsafe or truly unsuitable, we’ll walk you through the best available option, which may include a location change or rescheduling.

Ready when you are

Choose your session and reserve your date online.

View current availability and complete the booking steps in one place. If you have a question first, the inquiry form is still available.