University of South Florida Grad Photographer|Florida Photographer Hannah Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
University of South Florida Grad Photographer
Florida is filled with some of the top universities, and more students than we can count. When the end of the Fall and Spring semesters roll around then we know it’s time for grad pictures. This blog pictures are from when Katie graduated from USF! Go Bulls!!!
We love to consider ourselves Grad Photographers, and love shooting at all Florida universities! As a University of South Florida Grad Photographer we pride ourselves in knowing the best places to take grad pictures. Also, it is just as important that we know a variety of fun poses!
Cool off from the Florida Heat
Most people would know that Florida is known for its hot summers. This means that Spring Grad Pictures are a great opportunity to have seniors hop into a pond for pictures. Firstly, it is a fun way to get big smiles. Secondly, it allows the seniors to cool off from the Florida heat.
Grad Pictures with Friends
Graduation pictures are all about remembering one of the most important times in your life. What better way to remember the good old days then to have your best friends be in the pictures. Many grads choose to have a select amount of friends be in their grad pictures.
Grad Picture Pose Ideas
As a University of South Florida Grad Photographer, we know just how important it is for each picture to be unique. Composition and posing are two of the easiest ways to diversify a photoshoot. When there is only one subject, it is important to play with props. Grad pictures are perfect because grads can use their cap and gowns as props. For example, an iconic graduation pose is of the student throwing their cap into the sky. This symbolizes them graduating and moving onto the next steps in their life.
Bella + Jacob Alpine Groves Engagement Pictures
Saint Augustine Engagement Photographers Hannah Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
Alpine Groves Engagement Pictures
Alpine Groves is a hidden gem of Jacksonville, Florida! This waterfront park features beautiful forests, nature trails, a wooden fishing pier, butterfly gardens, and historic buildings. This park is a great place to have a picnic with your family or take your engagement pictures! Just like Bella and Jacob decided to do!
Golden Hour Engagement Pictures
We suggest coming right before sunset to get the best golden hour pictures. Solar flares are a must for any golden hour pictures. Take advantage of the sun and get creative. Also, remember to have fun when taking engagement pictures since they are the perfect time to get to know a couple before the wedding. An engagement session is a great way for the couple to ease up in front of the camera and photographer. Natural candid pictures are all about being comfortable and having fun!
Pose with your Environment
One thing we have learned throughout our years photographing couples, is how important it is to use your environment. Posing couples is one of the most important parts of being a photographer. At Alpine Groves Park we make sure to get pictures by the historic white house. Additionally, we make sure to get pictures on the pier. Scenery help make engagement pictures magical. Alpine Groves Engagement Pictures always reflect that!
Candid Pictures
The picture above is of Jacob helping Bella climb down the sand to get to the water. It’s moments like these that are filled with the most life and capture the love between two people. Alpine Groves Engagement Pictures can be candid and posed, but candid is definitely our favorite.
Show off that Rock
“Pretend your favorite song is playing and just dance”
Engagement pictures are about showcasing the love the couple has for one another. Giving them fun prompts to help with posing can make them more relaxed. Having the couple dane and spin one another around is a great way to capture candid pictures.
Alpine Groves Park, Jacksonville
Monique + Dylan World Golf Village Renaissance Resort Wedding Pictures|Saint Augustine Wedding Photographers Jerry and Karen Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
World Golf Village Renaissance Resort Wedding Pictures
The World Golf Village Renaissance Resort is a wedding venue in St. Augustine. The venue has a beautiful gazebo outside that is perfect for wedding ceremonies. This couple chose to add simple greenery to decorate the gazebo. Additionally, they have the option to have the wedding reception outdoors or inside. For more World Golf Village Renaissance Resort wedding pictures email us! Keep scrolling to see more World Golf Village Renaissance Resort Wedding Pictures!
Wedding Pictures should be FUN!!!
We think that wedding pictures should be fun and filled with life! The best time to get joyful candid wedding photos is during the reception. For example, the wedding pictures of people dancing and laughing during the reception are so energetic. Although there are not many reception pictures in this post, feel free to check out Logan + Shane’s wedding for some lively reception pictures.
Wedding Pictures Pose Ideas
Candid wedding pictures are great, but it is also important to get some posed pictures. Pinterest is one of the best places to get inspiration! However, looking at a photographer’s wedding pictures is an even better place to get inspired. On our blog and website we constantly share pictures with different and unique poses. A forehead kiss and the bride looking over her shoulder are timeless poses.
White Rose Wedding Bouquet
CrWorld Golf Village Renaissance Resort Wedding Venue
Talk about a Grand Entrance
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Twin Sister Graduation Pictures|University of Central Florida Photographer Hannah Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
UCF Twin Sisters Graduation Pictures
Congratulations are in order for these twin sisters who graduated from UCF together! Keep scrolling to see these UCF Twin Sisters Graduation Pictures, and all of the fun poses! There are always a few timeless pictures when photographing graduation pictures, but it’s fun to spice it up!
“Look Over Your Shoulder”
A simple instruction to say is “look over your shoulder.” First of all, this is easy for someone who’s not use to getting their picture taken. Second, it allows for a variety of pictures. Finally, it’s fun! Generally it is important to make sure that the posing direction is clear and helpful to the subject.
Play Around with Cropping
How a picture is cropped helps with the aesthetic. You can fill the frame with your subject or choose to leave negative space around them. Negative space is a helpful tool to help add balance or simplicity to a photo. Also, it is important to use the Rule of Thirds when cropping pictures. Keep the subjects in the center or off to the side. For example, in these UCF Twin Sisters Graduation Pictures we made sure to have some pictures tight on their faces and others that are zoomed out to show the background. This can be done when taking the graduation pictures or while editing.
Classic Champagne Pop
It’s time to celebrate!!! Graduating from University is a major accomplishment, and it’s important to celebrate with some bubbly. The iconic UCF Reflection Pond is the perfect place to take graduation pictures.
Additionally, these two UCF twin sisters wanted to take some pictures together as well as separate. They popped some champagne together and individually. All of the pictures are filled with life and movement. As shown above, the pictures that are always the most eye catching to us here are Favorite Studios. Also, click the link here to see some more of our senior pictures and here fore our price brochure.
UCF Twin Sisters Graduation Pictures
Saint Augustine Beach Family Photographer|Saint Augustine Family Photographers Jerry and Karen Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
Saint Augustine Beach Family Photographer
Family is the most important thing, and as a family business we know just how special it is. For this reason, family photoshoots will always have a special place in our heart. We are proud to call ourselves Saint Augustine Beach Family Photographers.
Additionally, we are located in St. Augustine, just miles away from the beach. The beautiful beaches of Florida’s coast make for the most magical photos. They can be a great way to remember a family vacation or a way to remember a great memory. Family is forever, and so is a photograph. Also, you can click here to view another family we photographed at the beach.
Generational Family Beach Pictures
Family Photographer
We have been photographing families on the East Coast for over a decade. First, we started with family pictures and then gradually moved to photographing families as well. The addition has been wonderful.
Cousins for Life
Taking pictures with extended family as well as immediate is a great way to document that time in everyone’s life. It is such a treat to be able and look back on when all the children were so young.
All the Love for Grandma & Grandpa
As a Saint Augustine Beach Family Photographer we pride ourselves in knowing all the beaches in the area. Vilano beach is one of our personal favorites, for photographing and spending time with our family. Vilano beach has gorgeous rocks that break the waves and yellow sand. The beach is always clean and its water sparkles, which is great for pictures!
Sarah + Kenneth’s Fountain of Youth Wedding|Saint Augustine Wedding Photographers Jerry and Karen Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
Fountain of Youth Wedding Pictures
Sarah and Kenneth got married at the Fountain of Youth which is located in the heart of Saint Augustine. This beautiful outdoor venue is great for smaller and larger weddings. The open fields and roaming peacocks decorate the historic venue. There are lots of trees that provide even lighting and beautiful backdrops.
First Look
Moments before their ceremony this couple decided to do a first look. Plus, this special moment is one they will remember for the rest of their life. We are lucky enough to have the honor to capture that special moment. There is a pride to be taken in recording these special moments.
Unique Wedding Ceremony Idea
It is becoming more common for couples to have alternative wedding ceremonies. This couple planted a money tree for their ceremony. These unique ceremonies have a special meaning to the couples. For example, the money tree represents prosperity and luck.
Neutral Bridesmaids Dresses
Neutral colors and the outdoors are a classic combo. The lively greens and the calming neutrals always photograph beautifully. Additionally, the white roses and other flowers add to the neutral vibe of the wedding.
Outside Pictures
The Fountain of Youth offers breath taking ocean front views. Additionally, the large oak trees provide blockage from the sun and even shadows for pictures. The venue is well maintained and the landscaping is always done.
Fountain of Youth = Peacocks!
When people think of the Fountain of Youth their mind goes straight to Ponce de Leon. But what many people don’t know is that the property is filled with wild roaming peacocks. Additionally, the venue is on the water and offers stunning views off of their dock.
Time to Dance!
Our style is natural and candid. This can best be seen in pictures of people dancing during the reception. The life and movement in these pictures captures the energy of the guests of the wedding. The funky dance moves and big smiles bring a sense of life to the pictures.
Eco-Friendly Wedding Exit
Couples usually have the dilemma of picking a grad exit for their wedding. A lot of venues don’t allow sparklers (most common exit). And a great alternative is bubbles because they are better for the environment and filled with life. Bubbles always just a smile on people’s faces and are interactive for guest. Plus, if you have children at your wedding the kids will go bananas for them!
Sarah + Kenneth Saint Augustine Engagement Pictures on Magnolia Ave & by the Water
Saint Augustine Engagement Photographers Jerry and Karen Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
Saint Augustine Engagement Photographers
Dance Your Heart Out
We want all of our couples to have fun and feel comfortable during their session. A great way to do this is to have the couples dance. Dancing helps couples get out of their shell and become more comfy. Also, it makes for the cutest photos and lots of laughs.
Engagement Pictures at Magnolia Ave
All of the photos above were at Magnolia Ave in downtown Saint Augustine. As Saint Augustine Engagement Photographers we know the best spots for photos. This hidden gem of Saint Augustine is rarely busy, and picture perfect. Additionally, the colors and arching trees create a magical atmosphere.
Outfit Change: Dress Blues
During engagement sessions we allow the couples to change their outfits. Firstly, this couple started out in a classic outfit combo. Secondly, they changed into a white dress and dress blues (formal ceremonial military outfit). Lastly, they changed into another coordinated outfit with light colors.
Photos Should be Fun & Have Personality
HAVE FUN! Getting your picture taken is more than a formality, but an experience. We want our couples to be comfortable enough to express themselves and how they interact with each other. For example, in the photo above Sarah & Kenneth are goofing around by making funny faces!
Flagler College
The halls of Flagler College are a historical landmark in Saint Augustine. These pictures are in the main entrance of the university that is open to the public during certain hours. Flagler College has a beautiful garden and stone hallways that are great for engagement sessions.
Engagement Pictures by the Water
Fun fact, the Saint Johns River runs through historic downtown Saint Augustine. The Bridge of Lions is a beautiful light green color, and if you walk slightly past it there is a dock. The wooden dock is secluded from tourists, and gets a perfect view of the river meeting the ocean.
Jacksonville Glass Factory Engagement Photos
Photographers Jerry and Karen Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
Jacksonville Glass Factory Engagement Photos
All of these engagement pictures were taken at the Glass Factory in Jacksonville. There are a number of places in Jacksonville that are perfect for engagement pictures. Plus, most of them are in walking distance. After the glass factory we took the couple by the water to take pictures. These Jacksonville Glass Factory Engagement Photos show the love of this happy couple.
The Glass Factory est. 1936
The Glass Factory was built in 1936 by Henry Klutho. Although the building has held many different operations it has maintained its industrial aesthetic. This rustic look is very original and is great for engagement sessions. Additionally, there are many different spots in the large building that have unique backgrounds.
Engagement Pictures by the Water
The Saint Johns River is the perfect backdrop for engagement pictures. For instance, if you time your session perfectly you can get the sun setting. However, the pictures will turn out good regardless.
Furry Friends are More Than Welcome
Have Fun, and Dance
Engagement sessions are all about having fun and taking pictures. A good way to break the ice and get cute pictures is to have couples dance. The genuine smiles light up the pictures.
Jacksonville Engagement Photographer
We’ve been photographing couples for over ten years, and love every second of it. We are Jacksonville locals who know the best spots for pictures. Another great location in Jacksonville is the Clay Theatre! It has a Art Deco type vibe, and to see an engagement session there CLICK HERE.
Downtown Saint Augustine Proposal & Engagement Pictures
Saint Augustine Photographers Jerry and Karen Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
Night of Lights Surprise Proposal
Historic downtown Saint Augustine is a romantic city. However, the romantic atmosphere is overwhelming during Nights of Lights. This annual event that takes place during the holiday draws thousands of tourists year after year. The city is dressed with twinkly lights that highlight the history of the beautiful city!
This intimate and passionate atmosphere inspires many couples to get engaged. Every year we get a number of inquiries about surprise proposals during the holiday season because of Nights of Lights. We had the honor of photographing Taylor and Joey’s Nights of Lights Surprise Proposal.
Romantic Fountain Proposal
The happy couple got invade in front of the iconic fountain by the Lightner Museum. Glowing lights fill the background, and add a magical feel to the photos. This Nights of Lights Surprise Proposal is one for the history books. To view another engagement we have photographed click here!
Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend
Historic Downtown Saint Augustine Proposal
There are so many hidden gems in downtown Saint Augustine, Florida. Each little street and park has its own unique vibe. Plus, if you know some of the best spots you can avoid tourists in the backdrop of your pictures. I guess you can say that’s the benefit of being a local (which we are).
Nights of Lights
Talk about romance! These twinkling lights make this Nights of Lights Surprise Proposal even more special.
Morgan + Mathew had a Crosswater Hall at Nocatee Wedding
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida Wedding Photographers Jerry and Karen Favorite | Favorite Studios Photography + Cinematography
Crosswater Hall at Nocatee Wedding
This wedding venue is the perfect size for up to 180 guests. Their outdoor area is luscious and perfect for wedding ceremonies. Likewise, they have a grand ballroom area for wedding receptions. The Crosswater Hall at Nocatee is the great wedding venue. CLICK HERE to see another wedding from the same venue.
Loving Hand Written Letters
Getting Ready Pictures
The Crosswater Hall at Nocatee has a inviting bridal room. In addition, to the large windows that fill the room with natural light there is a floor to ceiling mirror. We suggest that brides put on their wedding dress in front of the mirror. Its warm natural light illuminates the love in the bride’s eyes.
Pink and Purple Roses
Who doesn’t like a pop of color? Morgan infused her wedding bouquet with pink and purple roses. As a result her pictures beam with color and love. Additionally, the flowers are a nice feature in detail pictures.
“I do” is Forever
Crosswater Hall at Nocatee Wedding Ceremony
Natural & Candid Wedding Pictures
Every photographer has their own style, each beautifully unique. We take satisfaction in our work, and our customers’ joy when they receive their pictures. When we describe ourselves as natural we are referring to out photojournalistic style and organic lighting.
“Take a Shot, We Tied the Knot”
Custom wedding favors are everything. Most importantly, it is a nice way to thank your guests for coming to your wedding.
Couple’s First Dance
First, have your bridal party walk into the reception to an energetic song of their choice. Then have them line up along the dance floor. Secondly, when the bride and groom do their grand entrance have them go straight into their first dance. This is great because it gets the first dance done while you still have the guests’ attention. Finally, enjoy the first dance because its a special moment in any couple’s relationship.
Wedding Details Inspiration
It’s the little details that make a wedding special. Above all the details make the day more special for the couple and their guests. This couple had custom signs and beer koozies. Plus, they had a jar for quests to fill with hearts. The guests wrote “wishes for the happy couple” on the hearts.
Sorority Sisters for Life
Sparkler Grand Exit at Crosswater Hall
The most common wedding exit is sparklers. Most weddings we shoot incorporate it. However, they never get old. They are a sparkling classic (pun intended)!
