Business Details
35 Years
experience
Professional Photographer in Tampa Bay | Beth Kelly Photography
Beth Kelly Photography has been capturing life's most meaningful moments for over three decades. With a career spanning New York City and Tampa Bay, Florida, our founder Beth Kelly brings a unique blend of journalistic precision and artistic vision to every project. Specializing in on-location photography across Clearwater Beach, Sand Key, and St. Petersburg, we excel at creating timeless images that reflect our clients' authentic stories. Our photo-journalistic approach, combined with expertise in black-and-white artistry, ensures every session results in visually compelling narratives. We pride ourselves on personalized service, whether through beachside sessions or mobile studio setups, always prioritizing client comfort and creative collaboration.With extensive experience in weddings, family portraits, and corporate events, we've built a reputation for transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary visual legacies. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our meticulous attention to lighting, composition, and emotional authenticity. Clients consistently praise our ability to create relaxed, enjoyable experiences while delivering professional-grade results. From senior portraits to destination weddings, we approach each project with the same dedication to capturing genuine connections and natural beauty. Our three decades in the industry have refined our ability to anticipate moments and create images that resonate across generations.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Corporate Events
Senior Portraits
Beach Photography
Maternity Sessions
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Professional Headshots
Event Photography
Travel Studio Services
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 30 years of professional photography experience across multiple states
- Specialized expertise in beach and outdoor location photography
- Personalized approach combining journalistic authenticity with artistic vision
- Mobile studio capabilities for flexible on-site services
- Proven track record with weddings, corporate events, and portrait photography
What people say
Stunning results
Creative expertise
Comfortable experience
Treasured memories
Professional execution
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with artistic precision and emotional authenticity. Our coverage includes pre-ceremony preparations, ceremony highlights, and reception celebrations. We specialize in capturing candid moments and formal portraits with natural lighting techniques. Clients receive high-resolution digital files and curated print options.
Family Portraits
Creating timeless family memories through outdoor and studio photography. Sessions focus on natural interactions and milestone celebrations. We offer customized packages for immediate families and multi-generational groups. All sessions include professional styling guidance and location selection expertise.
Corporate Events
Professional event documentation for conferences, award ceremonies, and company gatherings. Our team captures keynote speakers, networking moments, and formal presentations. Deliverables include edited digital assets suitable for marketing materials and social media platforms. We maintain unobtrusive presence while ensuring comprehensive coverage.
Senior Portraits
Customized portrait sessions celebrating academic achievements. We combine traditional poses with creative lifestyle shots that reflect each graduate's personality. Services include wardrobe consultation and multiple location options. Clients receive print-ready images for announcements and display purposes.
Beach Photography
Specialized coastal photography utilizing Tampa Bay's scenic shorelines. Sessions incorporate natural elements like sunset lighting and beachscapes. We provide equipment transportation to location and weather contingency planning. Ideal for engagement photos, family portraits, and lifestyle imagery in relaxed settings.
People
Beth Kelly
Owner Photographer
Professional photographer with 30 years experience in New York City and Tampa Bay. Specializes in wedding and portrait photography with a photo-journalistic style. Holds BS in Journalism from University of Florida. Known for artistic black-and-white compositions and client-focused approach.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in photo-journalistic and artistic black-and-white styles, focusing on natural moments and creative compositions.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Yes, we offer mobile studio services and have experience photographing events and portraits across multiple locations.
What's included in wedding photography packages?
Packages include ceremony coverage, portrait sessions, digital files, and print options with customizable add-ons available.
How do you handle challenging lighting conditions?
Our expertise in natural and artificial lighting ensures quality images in various environments, including reflective indoor spaces and outdoor settings.
Can you accommodate specific photography requests?
Yes, we work closely with clients to incorporate creative ideas while offering professional guidance for optimal results.
What experience do you have with event photography?
We've documented numerous corporate events, weddings, and special occasions over our 30-year career with proven reliability.
Reviews (5)
Gretchen Terrell
May 19, 2022
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I started working with Beth back in 2001 when I first moved to NYC. She did my headshots that helped me book my first show. I have continued to work with her over the years. She recently took beautiful pictures of my 98 year old grandmother while in Florida. What makes Beth so great is that she makes you feel so comfortable. Smiling for a photographer can feel awkward and unnatural. She helps you get rid of that feeling right away. She has an eye to capture you at your most beautiful and natural self. She is a treasure to work with and I highly recommend her and her work.
Julie Sivon
Apr 22, 2022
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Beth has been photographing my family for the last eight years. She has captured our family milestones- birthdays, weddings, and graduations. During the pandemic summer of 2020, Beth offered free porch portrait sessions to my neighbors and me- as simple enough gesture, but we loved how it gave us something fun to look forward to as everything was shut down. Her senior portraits of our daughters are unique, capturing their personalities in photos. She coordinates the best locations bring our family to life in her photography. As we have upcoming grandbabies and college graduations, I'm looking forward to more photo sessions with Beth!
Nikki Brown
Apr 08, 2022
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Beth was great from our first conversation. Beth was personable and listened to my thoughts on what type of photos I wanted for my wedding. On my wedding day, she was punctual and had a vision of the type of photos she was going to shoot. Our wedding party and guests were a little mischievous with photo bombing and other antics but Beth found a way to work everything in. I've received a few fabulous photos a couple of hours after the event and is anxiously awaiting the rest. I know they will be fabulous!
Sherry D.
Mar 10, 2022
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Beth took my proposal photos on the beach and they are beautiful. Weather was not as planned on the beach and they still turned out great! She was professional yet very easy going to make it a great experience. She also gave me the photos in a very timely manner.
Lesley Welch
Feb 25, 2022
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Beth is an absolute delight to have as your photographer. She did my son's engagement portraits and they are just beautiful. They capture the love and essence of him and his lovely fiance. Beth has years of experience and masterful skills not only with technique but with her ability to connect with people of all walks of life. It is in that connection that enables her to really capture the true portrait. Beth puts a great deal of thought and planning into the location for the portrait that matches with the event highlighting true artistry in her work. Beth is genuine, passionate, kind and wonderful to work with. I will be having Beth do my youngest son's senior portraits next!
