Amanda Dawn
If you’re looking for a wedding or senior portrait photographer, rest assured, you’re in the right place! Before we dive in to all the details, you’re probably wondering who the lady is on the other side of the camera… so HI, I’m Amanda! I’m married to my best friend, raising a beautiful baby girl, and enjoying all the twists and turns life throws my way.
I believe in collecting memories over things – in enjoying life’s simple pleasures, like evenings on the back porch with the one you love. I believe in documenting your life’s stories no matter how grand or small. I believe in creating images that are itching to be printed, placed in beautiful frames and hung on the walls of your house – making it your home.
Even with its ups and downs, your life, your story, are beautiful and I can’t wait to create images to capture just that – let the adventure begin!
Photo by my friend Suzie Lopes Photography
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My Bestest Best Friend “
What better way to show you the heart behind who I am as a wedding photographer than to show you some of my own wedding day?! After witnessing hundreds of weddings – the thing I wanted most was to create a wedding experience unique to who we are as a couple, and one that would also give our guests experiences they would remember fondly for years to come.
As your wedding photographer, I want to hear all about who you are as a couple and what you envision for your wedding day so I can be a support for you on such an important day. Maybe you’re skipping a few traditions or putting your own spin on others, maybe some things aren’t turning out quite like you planned – just know I am cheering you on and capturing your day authentic to you!
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Amanda has been a part of every major milestone in my adult life. She and my husband set up a surprise engagement session, our wedding, anniversaries, family pictures once our family grew. We have always had a top notch experience from start to finish.
TIFFANI L.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL
A warm cup of coffee.
Nothing starts the morning off better than a warm cup of coffee (bonus points if it includes some quiet time on the porch). My all time favorite is Bewley’s Irish Crème Coffee and I can report it tasted even better in Dublin at the Grafton Street Cafe!
Sunsets with a view.
Nothing melts away the stress of the day better than taking a moment to step outside and soak up all the beautiful colors in the sky as the sun sets. Whether it’s vibrant colors or clouds made of cotton candy – the view is one that makes me pause and remember how blessed I am for another day of life.
Catching waves
While I may not like being in water deeper than I can see the bottom, I love opportunities to enjoy some boogie boarding when the waves form just right.
Sipping a drink on the back porch.
Nothing cools you down faster in a Southern summer than a tall glass of something cold! Throw in that special someone cooking dinner on the grill and you have the ingredients for a perfect night.
Birds of a feather flock together.
They may be independent but bring out the special treats and they become snuggly. I love play time with my favorite flock.
IF I HAD TO DESCRIBE MY BRAND IN THREE WORDS, THEY WOULD BE:
JOYFUL
ROMANTIC
VIBRANT
A look at my life
01
OUR MARRIAGE
It’s truly a blessing to enjoy marriage alongside my best friend. What started as a friendship blossomed into a fun love with most nights spent together in the kitchen cooking a new meal or dreaming up new ideas on the back porch.
02
Our BUNDLE OF JOY
We welcomed our first baby, a little girl, in January 2024 and it has been quite the adventure navigating parenthood! I am so thankful for the opportunity to work from home and watch her grow daily.
03
OUR PETS
Our kittens bring so much joy + snuggles to our lives! Remington is our cautious one, whereas Winchester throws caution to the wind. They balance each other perfectly and are the best brothers to their sister. I also have a small flock of parakeets that I’ve raised from hatching.
04
TRAVEl adventures
One thing I love most in life is getting to experience new things and making memories that will fill the stories we tell for years to come. Some of my favorite trips have been to Ireland, Ecuador, Grand Cayman, and all over the U.S.
REMINGTON
WINCHESTER
THE FLOCK
THE HEART BEHIND IT ALL
I BELIEVE IN INTIMATE WEDDINGS
because, I had one myself! After being a witness to so many different weddings over the years, I had a lot of ideas when it came to planning my own and I understand just how stressful it can be to feel like you have to do it a certain way. That’s why I’m here to encourage you to not be afraid to choose something different, and do things your way.
Our entire wedding was made up of about 20 people, including us! Instead of paying for a large celebration that didn’t feel true to us, we were able to spend an entire weekend celebrating with our friends and family.. not just one day. The cherry on top, which everyone STILL talks about to this day.. was that we had our ceremony at the stunning Ringling Museum. Just because you are having a small wedding, doesn’t mean it can’t still be an amazing experience.
Choose Your Adventure
