meet tara griffin, a woman who wears many hats. she’s a mom to two adorable kiddos. she’s a wife to her college sweetheart. she’s the co-founder of Sweat Life, a private fitness studio in Haile Village (this is where i go for my personal training and it is AWESOME!). and now she’s the mastermind behind Vintage Winnie, a design center for everything from websites to post cards.  she is creative and colorful and funky and talented. not to mention ohhhh soooo pretty! definitely contact her if you need a fresh start to your business or a modern update.  she will do wonders.

here are a few of tara’s images during our headshot session.  speaking of which….mikifoto now offers portrait/headshot sessions for small businesses, facebook profiles, etc.  don’t expect the traditional shot in an office at a desk.  let’s mix it up.  keep it fresh.  reflect your true personality.  so if you need a new photo, contact me!

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mikifoto by mallika malhotra

after viewing her granddaughters’ photo gallery, bonnie contacted me to get some images of her own.  bonnie cameron and her husband, ralph, are a dynamic duo, real estate agent couple in town.  in business for over 30 years, you probably have seen or heard of them, “camerons….make it happen!”. they wanted some updated photos for their business.  something fresh.  something distinctive.  something that would communicate their polished yet casual, friendly attitude.  i was thrilled at this new opportunity to capture a business portrait.

and while we were shooting, we threw in some fun, lifestyle shots.  they pulled out their life’s passion, their harley davidson bikes.  and they told me stories of how they have motorcycled all across the US.  not only are they partners in life and work but also play.  it really doesn’t get cooler then that.

take a look at their sneak peak!

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newborn babies. is there anything better? their special smell. their tiny fingers and toes. their pure innocence. and when you hold that brand new bundle in your arms, it is makes your heart swell and break. all at the same time.

meet baby rian. the handsome young brother of isha, who you’ve seen before on my blog. rian translates to king and there’s no doubt that he’ll have a royal presence in the patel house.  lil rian is the perfect match to princess isha, whose spirit always amazes me.  and the images of them together - precious!  almost makes me want to have another baby.  almost.

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feast your eyes on this gorgeous gang. two beautiful sisters, jennifer and lynn. and their 3 adorable kiddos - ian, molly and nicholas. all aged 3 and under. all with the blondest hair, bluest eyes and fairest skin. all modelicious, as if plucked from a magazine ad. and the babe’s lashes…omg! they were longer then long, thicker then thick. you needed a brush to comb those puppies. this group is blessed with good genes. take a look for yourself….

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mikifoto by mallika malhotra

i’ve been loving my teen sessions.  as a mom of three boys, they totally fill my girl fix.  i love the wardrobe wearing, hair styling, makeup applying parts.  the super model poses.  the story telling eyes.  but my favorite part is the sparkle that lingers after the camera is put away.  the feeling of confidence that comes over.

meet megan and samm.  friends since fifth grade, they are now both juniors at santa fe high school in alachua. both active in color guard (which is part of the marching band - i had no idea).  both funny and sassy and clever and soulful.  and both so surprised that they could look pretty.  and yes of course, they looked soooooo pretty and at times, drop dead fierce.

enjoy your sneak peak pretty ladies….

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mikifoto by mallika malhotra

7 months old already.  baby akshay is slowing growing out of the lil baby stage.  he’s sitting up and clapping his hands and transferring objects from left hand to right.  he’s even saying dadadadadadadada! music to my ears.  i am cherishing every moment with him bec he’s my last baby.  and there are times when i just want to freeze him bec it’s all going so fast.  so here is my little yum yum looking super cute

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mikifoto by mallika malhotra

maloy and cameron are back on the blog.  simply because they rocked their session and i have so many beautiful images.  so so many, that i had to share a couple more that really showcased their sisterly bond.  these photos tell a story of how close they really are.  the first one is my absolute favorite!

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are you ready for more stunning teens? meet maloy and cameron, a sophomore and freshman at st. francis. maloy has that twilight beauty…dark hair, long lashes and luminous skin. she is an avid horseback rider and an aspiring actress. only fourteen, younger sis cameron is already a head turner. with blue eyes that stop you in your tracks, long luxurious locks and legs that don’t quit. she’s both an athlete and fashionista. my camera loved both of these girls.

here’s their sneak peak….

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remember the casting call i posted a few days back? i was looking for some teens. well i found some…and lucky me, i found some gorgeous good girls. meet savannah, taylor and riley from my first shoot. savannah and taylor are both freshman at F.W.Buchholz High School, graduating in 2013. younger sister riley is in middle school. we all packed into mom’s car and drove around haile plantation to some of the spots i’ve been wanting to try. like the horse ranch off Tower Road. it was a windy hair in your face kind of day, but they didn’t mind. they were just so fun and easy to work with. who said teens are difficult? not these gals

enjoy their sneak peak….

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meet the young scarlett…a four year old beauty who knows how to work the camera. and i wouldn’t expect any less since she is the daughter of a photographer. but what i loved most about her were her sparkly eyes. and when the light hit them in the perfect spot, wowzers! i did have fun experimenting with some new processing techniques. i still love my color pop but check out the soft creamy honey look. whatcha think?

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mikifoto by mallika malhotra