Business Details
Professional Photography Services in New Smyrna Beach
Jim Payette Photography has dedicated decades to mastering the art of professional photography. Founded on a lifelong passion for capturing life's moments, our studio combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver timeless images. Our team specializes in senior portraits, engagement sessions, beach photography, and event coverage, utilizing extensive experience in lighting, composition, and posing. With a fully equipped studio and outdoor portrait park, we offer diverse settings to bring your vision to life. Our commitment to quality is evident in every detail, from our professional-grade equipment to our personalized approach that ensures client comfort. We pride ourselves on staying ahead of industry trends while maintaining classic techniques that stand the test of time. Our New Smyrna Beach location provides access to some of Florida's most beautiful backdrops, from scenic parks to iconic coastal vistas. With a proven track record serving both individuals and businesses, we deliver exceptional service that consistently exceeds expectations.
Services
Senior Portraits
Engagement Photos
Beach Photography
Event Coverage
Family Portraits
Studio Sessions
Wedding Photography
Yearbook Portraits
Corporate Events
Portrait Albums
Served areas
- Central Florida
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of professional photography experience with a personalized approach
- Our studio features diverse backdrops and props for creative customization
- We provide on-location beach and outdoor photography expertise
- Our team ensures client comfort with patient, collaborative sessions
- We guarantee professional-grade equipment and backup systems for reliability
What people say
Wonderful experience
Beautiful photos
Highly recommend
Comfortable and fun
Amazing photographer
Services
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions that capture individual personalities through diverse settings and creative styling. Our experienced team works closely with students to create memorable images that reflect their unique journey. With multiple location options and personalized guidance, we ensure each session produces standout portraits that exceed expectations.
Engagement Photos
Romantic engagement photography sessions designed to capture authentic connections in beautiful coastal settings. We create relaxed, enjoyable experiences while utilizing our expertise in lighting and composition to produce timeless images. Our New Smyrna Beach location offers stunning backdrops that enhance the natural beauty of each couple's special moments.
Beach Photography
Professional beach photography that leverages Florida's scenic coastlines for breathtaking family portraits and individual sessions. Our team expertly navigates beach lighting conditions to create vibrant, high-quality images. With knowledge of hidden local gems, we deliver unique coastal backdrops that make each photograph truly special.
Event Coverage
Comprehensive event photography services for corporate functions, weddings, and special occasions. Our experienced team documents key moments while maintaining unobtrusive presence. Using advanced equipment and proven techniques, we ensure every important detail is captured with professional quality and artistic composition.
Portrait Albums
Custom-designed portrait albums that transform individual sessions into cohesive, lasting keepsakes. Our designers work with clients to create elegant layouts that showcase their favorite images. Using premium materials and professional design principles, we produce heirloom-quality albums that beautifully preserve life's important milestones.
People
Jim Payette
Lead Photographer
With decades of professional photography experience, Jim specializes in capturing authentic moments through creative composition and expert lighting techniques. His career spans commercial, wedding, and portrait photography, with a focus on personalized client experiences.
Dorothy Payette
Client Coordinator
Dorothy ensures seamless client experiences, combining organizational expertise with creative insight to complement Jim's photography work. Her warm approach helps clients feel comfortable while coordinating sessions and post-production processes.
Questions
What photography services do you specialize in?
We specialize in senior portraits, engagement sessions, beach photography, event coverage, and custom portrait albums using professional-grade equipment and creative techniques.
Do you offer on-location photography?
Yes, we provide beach and outdoor photography at scenic New Smyrna Beach locations including Flagler Avenue and Smyrna Dunes Park, along with studio sessions.
How should I prepare for a portrait session?
We recommend bringing multiple outfit options and discussing preferred styles during our consultation to create personalized session plans that match your vision and personality.
What makes your photography different?
Our combination of technical expertise, creative vision, and personalized approach ensures each session delivers unique, high-quality images that truly reflect our clients.
How long does a typical session last?
Sessions typically range from 1-3 hours depending on the package, allowing ample time for outfit changes, location transitions, and capturing diverse poses and settings.
Do you offer group photography?
Yes, we accommodate family portraits, wedding parties, and corporate groups with customized sessions that coordinate multiple subjects while maintaining professional quality.
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Reviews (11)
Beatrice E.
Dec 21, 2011
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Jim & Dorothy did a wonderful job with our wedding photos. The finished product was so much more than we ever expected. They made all the photos taken so painless for the entire wedding party. Thanks again for leaving us with such amazing photos of our wedding day that we will cherish forever!!
Francesca Loro, Creative Director/Designer
Hi Jim, I've been sharing the photos with friends and family and boy do they love em! In my career as a Creative Director/Designer, I have worked with many photographers. So when it came time to hire a photographer to shoot my own wedding, I knew exactly what kind of talent I was looking for and was immediately drawn to Jim Payette Photography. My Fianc, David and I found it easy and fun to work with Jim Payette and Dorothy.
He truly has a trained eye for what will make beautiful, fun, and striking photos. Our family and friends love our photos which they said look like they had been taken straight out of a magazine! Which of course is exactly the kind of professional look we wanted! Thank you Jim Payette Photography for capturing our beach wedding so beautifully. These are photos that we will cherish for the rest of our lives.
He truly has a trained eye for what will make beautiful, fun, and striking photos. Our family and friends love our photos which they said look like they had been taken straight out of a magazine! Which of course is exactly the kind of professional look we wanted! Thank you Jim Payette Photography for capturing our beach wedding so beautifully. These are photos that we will cherish for the rest of our lives.
Simi and Alon
I received the guest book and it looks beautiful!!! Alons mom loved the pictures in the beach. My friends loved the pictures and everybody agrees that Jim is an amazing photographer. Thanks.
Chelsea Sopotnick
Jim Payette Photography was an amazing experience. It was comforting and Jim gave me a lot of opportunities to get some amazing shots.
Jordan Hurley
It was overall organized and fun. There were a lot of cool props. The whole setup was nice, no complaints here. The pictures were done well, lighting was good and I liked the backgrounds.
Craig Parris
It was a very comfortable time and a lot of fun. Jim really worked with me and was very patient with me and how tired I was. He helped with different scenes and views that I wouldnt have thought of, and it was just a happy fun morning.
Caitlyn Cameron
I had such a great time getting my pictures taken. We laughed, talked and got to know each other a little better. I really like the fact that I was able to suggest some poses of my own and also change my outfit as many times as I wanted. Spending my afternoon taking picture was a lot of fun! Thank you!
Allie Cadenhead
I wanted my Senior Pictures to be different from my friends, and you offered a large variety of settings for my pictures. Jim and Dorothy were very pleasant to work with and were also a lot of fun. They listened to my suggestions as to how I wanted my pictures, and they offered great advice to make them better.
Casey Galloway
This experience with Jim Payette Photography has been wonderful. It was a very relaxed environment and very much fun. There were so many props and sets to work with. I highly recommend him!
Kyle Herrick
Today was a first time experience for me with participation in a photoshoot, and it couldnt have been better. I had a great time doing it and felt completely comfortable. A few things were foreign to me but I learned quickly what to do and had tons of fun.
Rebecca Hlavin
I had a blast! It was so much fun to do so many different sets. I love the variety. My pictures came out so well and Im very glad I chose to come here. I would recommend others to come here!