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Award Winning Family Photographer | From Maternity & Babies to Seniors & Underwater Space Coast - Brevard County FL Sunrise Riverfront Maternity Session at Home | Melbourne FL Maternity PhotographerWhen you live on the Indian River and have gorgeous sunrises, maternity photos on your dock is a beautiful option for your session! Plus, since we're at your home, we can grab some cute nursery photos and even include pets too. Sunrise sessions can start with silhouettes, which are especially great for maternity sessions and highlighting the beauty of the shape of your pregnant belly.
When photographing on a dock or walkway, there are a variety of ways to use framing and leading lines to draw the viewers' eyes to the subject(s). We ended up with a decent amount of clouds on this morning too, which gave us softer light to use for part of the session while on the dock.
Had to include "big brother" in one of the photos too!
And how adorable is this nursery?! Made for a little boy growing up by the sea <3.
This session was an add on to a baby milestone membership plan. My milestone members are VIPs and get first dibs on session dates and other fun extras (like lifetime discounts!). I love getting to watch and document these little ones grow. Keeping this in mind, I made sure to get some photos in the nursery before the little man arrived with the plan of getting more at his newborn session. It's fun to have similar photos throughout that first year to have in an album and be able to look back and see how much they grow and change in that short amount of time. Thank you Mrs. L & Mr. N for trusting me to document these memories for you and preserve your story! <3 Kim Owner/Photographer-Artist Kimberly Tank Art & Photography Are you expecting? Do you want to capture this time in your life with a beautiful work of art to display to remember the beauty of pregnancy and the love surrounding you? Looking to capture the growth of your little one over their first year? Contact me for information on a maternity session that can be an add on to a newborn session or milestone membership! *I only take a limited number of milestone members each year to be sure they all get priority booking.
Orlando Underwater Maternity Photography | Fine Art Underwater PhotographerExpanding the underwater side of my photography business has been one of the best things I've done in my business since relocating to the Space Coast near Orlando, FL. I started using a black backdrop in the water, giving the images more of a fine art feel and removing the "pool vibe". It's more work to set up, but totally worth it. If you want to see a short video/reel I made showing the set up, head over to my Instagram page and click on the reels tab. This momma was a natural in the water and had been practicing for weeks prior to traveling to me for her session. Every underwater client receives an underwater session guide after booking with tips on how to prepare. Getting underwater and then getting into a pose/position is often harder than you might think for many people, especially when pregnant since you have extra buoyancy! Don't worry if you don't have access to a pool, or time, to practice. I will coach you to help you through your session. You don't have to stay under the water for very long each time you go under and there are things we can do without your head underwater too. I love the simplicity of the back background and white dress and fabric that we did for the first half of this session. In the second half of the session, we removed the backdrop and the teal color of the water was a great contrast to the peach colored dress. I love when clients fully trust me and allow me to be creative and create beautiful images like these. I'm incredibly honored that my favorite image from this session received an Award of Merit in the 2023 NAPCP International Image Competition and another one won 3rd Place!
This image (below in color) was featured in the December 2022 issue of Inspired by NAPCP. I love the bubbles! The black and white version is the one that won 3rd Place. Which do you like better?
Thank you Mrs. T for trusting me to create these works of art for you! <3 Kim Owner/Photographer-Artist Kimberly Tank Art & Photography Are you ready to try something fun and creative? Do you want to capture this time in your life with a beautiful work of art to display? No need to have your own pool! Contact me for information on scheduling an underwater session!
Why do a Sunrise Beach Session? | Satellite Beach Family Photographer | Extended Family SessionWhy do a Sunrise Beach Session?It's summer and the afternoon/evening thunderstorm season is here. That means photographers and their clients are often fretting over whether or not their evening sessions are going to be rained out. The solution? Sunrise sessions! If you know me, you know I am not a morning person, but I love sunrise sessions and they are worth it every time! You may be asking yourself why go through the extra effort to wake up early, get yourself and your family ready, and get to the beach before sunrise? Especially if you're like me and are not a fan of early mornings... keep reading for my list of reasons you might want to do your beach session at sunrise.
1. Best Time for Babies (and some Toddlers)If you have little ones, especially babies and young toddlers, they are more likely to be happy for an early morning session than a sunset session that is likely past their bedtime or during evening cranky time.
2. More Reasonable TemperaturesMornings are often cooler so you're less likely to feel like you're melting if we don't have much of a breeze. But don't worry if it's still muggy and gross, you'll never be able to tell by your photos that it was hot and sticky!
3. Avoid Afternoon ThunderstormsWe are much less likely to have to reschedule due to rain! The rainy season can make sunset beach sessions a little stressful leading up to them with wondering if it will be raining or not. Skip the stressing and let's do it at sunrise instead.
4. Done EarlyWhen you do your session at sunrise, you get it done first thing and then you have the rest of your day to do as you please. You won't be thinking about your upcoming session all day, hoping your little ones nap on time, figuring out a quick dinner before or after your session, etc.
5. East Coast SunriseSince the sun rises here over the ocean, we get the sunrise and it's colors over the water instead of the sunsets that are over the dunes (or blocked by buildings).
6. Sunrise ColorsIf we're lucky and have some clouds in the east, not only will we get more amazing colors but they'll last longer throughout the session and give us softer light for your photos.
7. Extra TimeThere's no worries that we'll run out of light if anyone needs a little longer to warm up or needs a quick break.
8. Avoid the CrowdsThe beaches are much less crowded in the mornings so we don't need to worry about a bunch of extra people around or being in the background. This is especially important around the major beach holidays and vacation times.
9. Early Enough to Do Before WorkSunrise sessions can sometimes be easier to coordinate when working with varying work schedules, especially with extended families who live locally.
10. Make a Day of ItBring swim suits and beach toys and make a day of it! With toddlers and younger kids, they're usually wet by the end of the session anyway from playing near or even in the water. Enjoy the beach without the big crowds and let your kiddos continue playing after the session is over.
A sunrise session was not what we originally planned for this extended family session, but after having to reschedule sunset times for rain and illness, the timing just worked out better for a sunrise session. It turned out to be a beautiful morning and I'm honored to have been chosen to capture this beautiful family. <3 Kim Owner/Photographer-Artist Kimberly Tank Art & Photography Looking to capture your family as they are right now? Do you want to capture the connections you have with your loved ones? Whether you are local to the Space Coast or coming in for vacation, there's never a better time than now to create beautiful family photos that you'll cherish. Contact me today for more information on scheduling a family session!
Small Business Spotlight - Hello Again Books | Historic Cocoa Village
Small Business Spotlight - Hello Again Books | Historic Cocoa VillageHello Again Books has a very special place in my heart, so, naturally, they were the first small business I wanted to feature as I reboot my Small Business Spotlight posts after moving to the Space Coast in Central Florida. If you haven't checked them out yet (what are you waiting for?!), Hello Again Books is a women-owned, LGBTQ+ owned new and used independent bookstore in Historic Cocoa Village in Cocoa, FL (not to be confused with Cocoa Beach, which is west of Cocoa and Merritt Island). In addition to new and used books, they also carry a variety of fun gifts for book lovers of all ages. Honestly, you'd never know upon first walking in that they sell used books as everything is organized and displayed so well! There are cozy chairs and a couch to sit and relax, which every good bookstore should have. You can even sit and play a game of chess with their super fun rainbow chess board. Hello Again Books is more than just a bookstore though. They really live out their mission (from their website): Provide a safe space that embraces our three core values (community, diversity, and creativity) by offering a variety of new and used books, literary gift items, and inspiring, fun events for readers of all ages. There is almost always something going on in the store, and their events are free! From author book signings, story time for kids, special guests like Alligator Robb with his reptiles, pop ups of local artisans with their wares, and you can't forget their two book clubs! They have a great book club on the last Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM and a "smut" book club on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM. On Fridays, they host LGBTQ+ (and allies) game night, and Sunday afternoons you can bring in your knitting/crocheting/stitching projects and work on them while chatting with fellow crafters. There's always something fun for Independent Bookstore Day (last Saturday in April) and other events throughout the year. Plus they host/co-host two big events in the village each year: Historic Cocoa Village Book Fest and Be the Rainbow, a fun, family event in the village to celebrate and honor diversity in our community (humanity is a rainbow!) and raise money for charity. There are even more things they do throughout the year to support the community. The best way to find out about events is by following them on Facebook and/or Instagram.
The owners, Amy and MerryBeth, are two of the kindest people you'll ever meet. They are so welcoming to all and they are such a great part of the community. One of the reasons they opened their store was to build community, and they have done an amazing job of it! Amy has a day job, so you'll most likely catch her on the weekends (usually on the couch!) and at book club on the last Wednesday of the month. Most days, you'll find MerryBeth behind the counter or about the store working on something. If you're interested in hearing more about why they opened the bookstore and how they got started, you can listen to their podcast interview with EEARSS. In their three years of being open (as of this writing), they have been featured in a multitude of publications and lists of bookstores to visit, including: September 2022 issue of Southern Living article about Cocoa (both print and online), Flamingo Magazine's 13 Favorite Indie Bookstores, Southern Living's 20 Bookstores Everyone Should Visit in Florida, and even a list on Oprah Daily.
There's something for everyone with their wide variety of books, including a great children's section. Don't forget to check the clearance deals in the back of the store! And while you're in the back, look down and check out the cool floor covered in book pages.
And now for a personal note on why this small business and the people here are so close to my heart. When we first moved to the Space Coast in early 2021, we were in the middle of a pandemic and I wasn't sure how we would find community here. I figured it would take longer than usual to find our people since I homeschool my son and we were still mostly staying away from people at that time. Thankfully we connected right away with another homeschool family that we really clicked with, which was amazing that it happened so quickly. As soon as I found out there was an independent bookstore close by, I knew I needed to check it out. We went a couple of times and then over the summer, they put a call out for puzzlers to help put together a 3D puzzle of Hogwarts in preparation for their Harry Potter birthday celebration. Well, my family and I love both puzzles and Harry Potter so my son and I went in for an afternoon to hang out and work on the puzzle (and then he watched some Harry Potter when he eventually got bored from how long we were there). Puzzles are addicting, so we went back a couple days later to help them finish it. And then we attended the birthday celebration and it was starting to feel like we were finding community here. Fast forward to early 2022 when I found out they had a book club and joined and have met so many wonderful people. I finally found somewhere here I felt like I belonged. My son also loves stopping in to check for books or even just see if he can help. He loves when MerryBeth lets him check people out! Moving is hard, especially trying to find your people after a move and during a pandemic, and I'm so glad we've found them. And now I teach my camera classes at Hello Again Books! I am forever grateful to them for the community and support. They are truly some of my favorite people <3.
If you're local to the Space Coast or come here for vacation... stop in and see what they have! If you have books you no longer want/need, you can bring those and donate them to the store. This helps them keep the used book prices low, as well as continue offering free events for the community. Follow them on Facebook and/or Instagram Order books through their Bookshop page.
Do you need photos for your website and marketing to help potential clients/customers see what you're all about? Do you want custom stock photography that speaks to your brand (and save you hours of searching on a stock website)? Do you want to stand out with professional photos to use in your social media posts that actually speak to you and your brand? Contact me to learn more about my small business lifestyle branding sessions! Melbourne FL Underwater Kids | Award-Winning Child Photographer
Underwater sessions aren't only for capturing pregnancy... underwater sessions are also a super fun way to capture your kiddos! Underwater sessions with kids and teens incorporate a lot of play with a little direction or suggestions when needed. Kids usually come up with great ideas for what they want to do in the water and I fill in where needed with direction to get a fun photograph you'll want to hang on your wall. With kids and teens, they are typically going to wear swimsuits, preferably ones without wording, big logos, or pictures unless that's part of the look you're wanting. They can also wear goggles (which I generally don't recommend for adults) as long as the googles are clear and not tinted so we can see their eyes. A full mask is often better for those who tend to get water up their nose without a mask or nose plugs. And if they're up for it, we can do some without masks/goggles with their eyes closed. I give them tips on how to keep their faces relaxed and how to prevent water from going up their noses too! These teen/tween brothers did great and one of their images even won a Recognition of Merit in the Siblings category of the NAPCP International Image Competition! That image (above) was taken while they both did somersaults underwater, a favorite thing for kids to do! Check out some of the favorites from their underwater session.
<3 Kim Owner/Photographer-Artist Kimberly Tank Art & Photography Are you ready to try something fun and creative? Do you want to capture this time in your life with a beautiful work of art to display? No need to have your own pool! Contact me for information on scheduling an underwater session!
Cocoa Beach Florida Babymoon | Underwater Maternity PhotographyIt's no secret that Florida is a popular vacation spot. Whether it's the theme parks, the beaches, or just the warm weather, there's variety for anyone looking to get away. Here on the Space Coast, there's plenty to do for those with a taste for adventure, an interest in space, golf enthusiasts, and of course, beach lovers. So whether your idea of a vacation is to explore someplace new or find a spot to unwind and relax, this is a great place to be. And if you happen to come here for your Babymoon, like this adorable couple featured here, you can even schedule an underwater maternity session and have some unique, artistic photos to capture your pregnancy. It can be just you or bring your partner and any other kiddos along with you! These two drove down from Nashville, TN for their Babymoon in Melbourne Beach and made time for an underwater session to capture this special time, awaiting the arrival of their first baby, a sweet baby girl. We typically use two gowns to give more variety, plus different fabrics will react differently in the water so we can achieve different looks depending on the gowns chosen. It also ended up being a cloudy day, but as you can see, with underwater photos, we can even do them if it's raining (as long as there isn't thunder)! Mom-to-be channeled her inner mermaid and rocked her session.
Thank you Mr. A and Mrs. K for trusting me to capture these for you! <3 Kim Owner/Photographer-Artist Kimberly Tank Art & Photography Are you ready to try something fun and creative? Do you want to capture this time in your life with a beautiful work of art to display? No need to have your own pool! Contact me for information on scheduling an underwater session!
Rockledge FL Underwater Photographer | Underwater Maternity PhotosI recently shared an underwater maternity session that showcased the beautiful light and bold colors we get underwater when the sun is on the pool. This session shows the soft, even light we get when it's cloudy or the pool is covered in shade. Some people find it difficult to stay fully underwater or aren't as comfortable with it, but that's ok! We can still get gorgeous images and I will coach you to help you get fully under for at least a few images if you want. Some of my favorite images don't require your face to be under! And you can also see how much I love bubbles and the magic they add to photos. Which do you prefer, calm water or bubbles? Sometimes I have trouble choosing... I love both for different reasons!
Thank you Mrs. D for allowing me to capture these images for you! <3 Kim Owner/Photographer-Artist Kimberly Tank Art & Photography Are you ready to try something fun and creative? Do you want to capture this time in your life with a beautiful work of art to display? No need to have your own pool! Contact me for information on scheduling an underwater session!
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Kimberly Tank is an award-winning professional photographer in Rockledge, FL, servicing Brevard County on the Space Coast in Central Florida (including Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, Satellite Beach, Merritt Island, Viera and surrounding areas). Using natural light and custom on location sessions, Kimberly Tank specializes in photographing families from babies to seniors and commercial clients, both on land and underwater; providing an exceptional customer experience and helping save you time and preserve this chapter in your life's story. Kimberly Tank is a proud member and ambassador of National Association of Professional Child Photographers. Signup for my monthly newsletter and receive a FREE PDF on taking better photos of your kids! Click HERE Contact Me for more info and/or to book a session
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Kimberly Tank is an award winning professional lifestyle photographer in Rockledge, FL, servicing Brevard County in Central Florida (including Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island, Viera and surrounding areas). Using natural light and custom on location sessions, Kimberly Tank specializes in photographing families from babies to seniors and underwater photography; providing an exceptional customer experience and helping you capture your story and turn your memories into works of art.