What We Love About Lifelong Photography Studio
Lifelong Photography Studio is one of the most respected wedding photographers in Tampa Bay (they’re on several preferred venue lists and have hundreds of positive reviews) and is also one of the most experienced, with over 10 years in business.
Aside from their professionalism, Buffy and her photography team are the sweetest people you’ll ever meet! Their couples fall in love not only with their light and airy photos but also with their warm personalities.
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We Love Weddings Because…
We are fortunate to love our craft, to collaborate with an amazing team, and to be surrounded by couples who inspire us. We believe that, ultimately, our art is an act of service—and serving others excites the soul. From the initial consultation to the smallest wedding details, we wholeheartedly commit ourselves to honoring and emulating the love we witness in each of our couples.
We believe in relationships and families, in joy and laughter. Weddings are truly a celebration of life, and we are honored to be a part of them. From the moment we connect with you, our goal is to tell your love story through our lens in a way that can be cherished for generations. We create a masterpiece of memories for each couple to treasure for a lifetime.
When the day is done and the wedding is over, what remains is your love—and the photos. That’s why the stories we tell matter so much.
Our Wedding Style
Our style blends natural light and editorial flair. By day, we capture soft, airy images—especially on the beach—without heavy filters, letting real colors and emotions shine through. As the light shifts, we love using direct flash for bold, fashion-inspired shots with an edge.
We compose every image with care, making sure the details matter, while using a shallow depth of field to keep the look romantic and timeless.
Our Personality
We value personal relationships, true beauty, and love to laugh! We are unashamed hopeless romantics with a never-ending drive to create and do the very best!
What Inspired Us to Start Our Business
As artists, photography is not only a creative outlet—it’s also a powerful way to make a positive impact on the world. Weddings are such meaningful, joyful moments in people’s lives, and we’re deeply drawn to love and the opportunity to create something beautiful that blesses and stays with our couples for the rest of their lives.
What Makes Our Business Stand Out
Specializing in luxury weddings infused with personal details, we have been a leading photography company in Florida for over a decade. We are members of the National Association of Catering and Events and the Professional Photography Association of America. While those things are wonderful, it’s our passion for art and service that is the reason why so many couples choose us to be there with them on one of the most important days of their lives. We value relationships with our clients so much that we offer engagement sessions with every collection. We love excuses to connect with our couples!
When you read our reviews, you can see the difference that having a team of people makes. At Lifelong, you have an entire team of people making sure that you have award-winning images. During a consultation, you meet with your photographer, not a salesperson. Getting to know the story of your journey is the true motivation behind what we do.
Associations & Awards
We are members of the National Association of Catering and Events and the Professional Photography Association of America. We consistently are awarded the couple’s choice awards from The Knot and Wedding Wire.
Services & Pricing
Our elopement collections start at $3200.
Our full wedding collections range from $3500-$6900 with clients most typically spending $4100
I believe in the reality of unconditional love. In the kinds of days where it doesn’t matter what you are doing as long as you love who you are with. I believe that moments turn into memories and memories turn into legacies.
At the age of 20, I saved for what seemed like decades and purchased my first camera. From the moment I held it in my hands, I was hooked and I have never put it down.
Most days you can find me looking at the world through my lens and creating art. I get the most joy from photographing people because I am able to capture the beauty in the world around me along with the emotion of the people in the frame.
Not just the challenge of capturing beauty excites me, but also the desire for each photo to tell a story. I believe that well-captured images help tell the story of your life … your legacy and I am honored to be a part of that!
I was born on the coast of Maine and moved to Florida when I was young. I spent every summer of my youth traveling the coast and taking in the sites. Since then, I’ve traveled all around the world documenting love stories for couples and families.
I’m always looking for ways to not just tell love stories but help my couples make their wedding day more special and unique. I love looking for that unexpected angle that tells the story perfectly. As a creative, I find beauty in the details and in the authentic moments.
My love for photography has brought me everywhere from the shores of Bermuda to the jungles of Puerto Rico. But regardless of where I travel, the coast of Florida will always be my home!
One thing most couples would be surprised to know is:
I have an obsession with airstream campers and stop by the dealership on my way back to Tampa every time I have a shoot-out towards Orlando.
Non-wedding Passions:
Personal growth and learning, and sharing knowledge. I love researching new information that is helpful for daily life and love sharing helpful knowledge with those around me.
Reviews from Marry Me Tampa Bay Couples
Marry Me Tampa Bay curates the below reviews from real couples whom we’ve personally interviewed. As Tampa Bay’s most trusted wedding planning resource, these reviews are 100% accurate and aren’t created by fake accounts.
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We wanted a photographer who could really understand our style. Especially since our venue was so dark, we wanted to find someone who could work with darker, more complicated lighting, and Lifelong Photography Studio did a great job of capturing our night.
We did an engagement shoot with Gabrielle, which was great because we were able to further figure out what our style was together and create a more personal connection with her prior to the wedding. Our photos turned out beautifully, and many truly look like they came straight out of a magazine!
– Ashton and Josh |
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I really wanted someone who was fun and patient.
Buffy was so kind and amazing! She always made us feel comfortable and kept us laughing. Lifelong Photography Studio’s style aligned perfectly with what I was looking for: light, bright, airy, and fun. We used Buffy for several photoshoots throughout the wedding process, and I will continue to use her whenever we need photos done in the future!
– Sarah and Brent |
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We were looking for a wedding photographer who was experienced at our venue and someone we were comfortable working with.
We hired Lifelong Photography Studio because we loved working with Buffy and her team. She was very patient and knew exactly where to get the best photos on our wedding day. We also love their editing style, as it gives our photos a soft, bright light and is very pretty.
– Geneva and Kevin |
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I focused on finding a photographer with a strong portfolio showcasing their previous work. It was important to have access to a variety of past weddings they’ve shot so I could see their consistency and style. I wanted a photographer with a great eye for capturing candid moments—those natural, unscripted interactions that really tell the story of the day. These candid shots mean the most to me, as they reflect the genuine emotions and experiences shared throughout the wedding, rather than overly posed or staged images.
I chose Lifelong Photography Studio because I absolutely loved their work on Instagram; it really stood out to me. Working with Tina was like a dream. She is totally Barbie cool and really listened to my vision, making sure every detail was just right. One of my favorite parts was how she nailed my last-minute request for after-party/hangover detail shots. Those are some of my favorites from the entire album! Tina went above and beyond, especially when I mentioned I wanted a fun shot of us with a bellhop at the end of the reception. She not only sourced the bellhop for us, but the pictures came out so dreamy and playful. She also found the coolest, most unexpected spots for photo opportunities, like an abandoned boat, which gave our album such a unique and adventurous feel. Her creativity and attention to detail really made everything come together perfectly.
– Laura and Michael |
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We wanted light and airy photos and a team with great experience. We spent time researching photographers and reviewing their previous work.
I absolutely loved Lifelong Photography Studios‘ photos from past weddings, especially the ones taken at The Birchwood. Their service was excellent!
– Brianna and Adam |
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This was probably the vendor that I interviewed the most people for. We wanted that light and bright airy feel for our pictures without being super staged and posed.
Lifelong Photography Studio had the look we were going for within a reasonable price for a package that included everything we needed. We enjoyed having Lifelong and could not be happier with their work. We get endless compliments on our pictures, and they look so natural but elevated. They were awesome to work!
– Melissa and Chris |
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