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Michelle Stoker Photography

Tampa Family Photographer

Behind the Scenes in 2016

January 1, 2017 Engagement, Michelle and David, Orlando, Personal, Tampa, Wedding

Happy first day of 2017! I’m so looking forward to the adventures that this new year will bring. Even though I’m looking forward to a fresh start in a new year, I have to think back to the goodness of 2016. It was our busiest photography year – ever, which is so amazing since we spent half of 2015 living in Italy! In the past year, we photographed weddings all over Florida and an out of state wedding in North Carolina. We were guests at a handful of weddings, including our besties Emily and Thomas and our little sister and new brother in law. I accidentally matched the bridesmaids at a Gainesville wedding and David always found time to rock out to his favorite songs during the reception. We built our own photo booth and always took time to take silly test shots. We photographed in the rain, on the beach, under huge oak trees, in the summer heat, and in the winter heat #floridaproblems. We met so many wonderful people and truly felt welcomed into so many new families. Thank you for inviting us to photograph your most special day! Ok, here we go – our 2016 Behind the Scenes photos!

Here’s a look back at 2015 and 2014 and 2013.

The day I accidentally became a bridesmaid… I kinda loved it.My crush on David started while watching him play guitar in our church youth group band so I’m all about the air guitar!
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Rickerson Family – Orlando Photography

December 11, 2016 Family, Orlando

It is the coolest thing to see your high school friends grow into a new role. Lindsey and I were in the same Bible Study all through high school and we went our separate ways for college. Thanks to social media, I’ve got to watch Lindsey meet her special someone, get married, and start their family. The week of Thanksgiving, I went over to her family’s house for a mini reunion and to capture this wonderful stage in their lives. Lindsey’s sweet parents, husband, baby boy, and older sister were full of smiles during their family session. Little Elijah was happy the whole time, too! Such an adorable little man!

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Melanie and Billy – Tampa Mini Session

December 5, 2016 Family, Tampa

I met Melanie and Billy at the gorgeous Davis Island for their Christmas mini session last week. We were there in time for the perfect sunset. I love that warm sunset glow! They brought their dog Stella along with them and I’ve never met a more calm, relaxed dog in my life! Stella was willing to sit, pose, and listen to all directions. It was a doggy miracle! I’ve known Melanie since she was a little middle schooler many years ago and I am so happy to see her so happy with her new husband, Billy. They are absolutely meant to be and complement each other beautifully. I loved getting to capture this unique time in their marriage and get to hear more of their love story between snapping photos!
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Lindsey and Colby – Bridle Oaks Barn, DeLand Wedding

December 1, 2016 Orlando, Wedding

Lindsey and Colby, who met through the athletic program at Liberty University in Virginia, gathered their closest friends and family together the weekend after Thanksgiving for their beautiful wedding! Everything was so perfect, from their First Look, to Lindsey’s white leather cowboy boots, to the sun setting behind their outdoor altar ceremony, and the twinkle lights shining over the dancing guests. It was our pleasure to document this wonderful wedding for such a sweet couple. Congratulations, Lindsey and Colby! We hope you’re having an amazing honeymoon in Cancun!!

Venue: Bridle Oaks Barn – DeLand, Florida
Coordinator: Ashley Richards Events
Caterer: 4 Rivers Smokehouse
Bridal Dress: David’s Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses: David’s Bridal
Cake: The Sweet Shop 
Flowers: Julia’s Floral Designs
Videographer: Giovanna
DJ: Nathan Seta of Duo 58
Honeymoon: Cancun, Mexico

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Rose Quartz and Serenity Wedding Inspiration – Tampa Photography

November 11, 2016 Tampa, Wedding

Did you know that Pantone’s Color of 2016 is soft pink and blue? Well, in fancier names, it’s Rose Quartz and Serenity. They compliment each other so beautifully. When my talented friend Emily of Emily Katharine Photography invited me to shoot alongside her at her styled shoot featuring these colors, I said heck yes! A few talented vendors gathered to capture our couple, Jessica and Chris, and so many beautiful details. I loved the florals by Inna, perfect calligraphy by Amanda and the gorgeous styling by Cassandra! Thanks for including me, Emily!

Invitation Suite: Wedding Paper Divas  Calligraphy: Bugaboo Bear Design Styling and Rentals: Ever After Vintage Weddings  Florist: Inna Olimpiyuk Events  Hair and Makeup: Lillian Rose Beauty  Cakes: Sweet Tooth Cakery
Dress: Catherine Deane  Earrings: Nicole Miller  Suit: Banana Republic

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My goal as a photographer is to provide authentic and joyful photos of you and your most loved ones. I love my morning latte, reading books with my three little besties, getting outside in the sunshine, and exploring new places with my high school sweetheart.

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