Business Details
11 Years
experience
Creative & Timeless Photography in Tampa Bay
James Connell Photography is a Tampa Bay-based studio specializing in creative, unique, and timeless family portraits, senior portraits, and weddings. Founded in 2015, the business combines technical expertise with a personalized approach to capture lifes most meaningful moments. With over a decade of experience in photography, the owner honed his craft through hands-on practice and mentorship, transitioning from graphic design to full-time photography. The studio serves clients across Floridas Gulf Coast, offering sessions in diverse locations from rustic barns to sandy beaches.Services emphasize bold colors, unconventional angles, and an adventurous spirit, catering to clients who value authenticity and artistic expression. The team prioritizes client comfort, ensuring sessions are relaxed and enjoyable while delivering high-quality images that preserve memories for generations. Equipment investments, including professional Nikon gear and lighting systems, ensure exceptional results in varied conditions. Testimonials highlight the photographers energy, creativity, and ability to capture candid moments, solidifying the studios reputation for excellence.
Services
Family Portraits
Senior Portraits
Wedding Photography
Corporate Headshots
Event Photography
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in family, senior, and wedding photography.
- Our team uses professional Nikon gear for superior image quality in all conditions.
- Sessions prioritize client comfort and genuine, unposed moments.
- We specialize in bold, artistic styles with unconventional angles and vibrant colors.
- Testimonials praise our ability to capture candid, emotionally resonant moments.
What people say
Breathtaking pictures
Creative and timeless
Captured candid moments
Professional and energetic
Vibrant, bold colors
Services
Family Portraits
Creative family portraits capture bright, bold moments in timeless compositions. Sessions emphasize natural interactions and adventurous settings, from beaches to parks. Ideal for families seeking vibrant, artistic imagery that preserves their unique dynamics.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portraits celebrate high school and college milestones with bold, expressive styles. Locations include beaches, parks, and client-chosen sites, ensuring personalized, memorable imagery that highlights individuality and achievement.
Wedding Photography
Full-service wedding photography documents ceremonies and celebrations in vibrant, dynamic detail. From rustic barns to beachfront venues, the studio captures candid moments and posed shots, ensuring timeless memories with a creative edge.
Corporate Headshots
Corporate headshots blend professionalism with artistic flair, ideal for LinkedIn profiles and business branding. Sessions focus on natural expressions and polished compositions, tailored to individual or team needs in Tampa Bay.
Event Photography
Event photography captures milestones and gatherings with an eye for candid storytelling. Services include engagement parties, anniversaries, and corporate events, ensuring vibrant, lasting documentation of key moments.
People
James Connell
Owner & Photographer
James Connell is a Tampa-based photographer with over a decade of experience in family, senior, and wedding photography. He transitioned from graphic design to full-time photography in 2015, specializing in bold, artistic imagery. His work emphasizes candid moments and vibrant compositions, earning recognition as Brandons Best Wedding Photographer. James uses professional Nikon gear to deliver high-quality, timeless images.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in family portraits, senior portraits, wedding photography, corporate headshots, and event coverage across Tampa Bay and Florida’s Gulf Coast.
How do I schedule a session?
Contact us via phone at 813-625-8168, email, or our website’s contact form to book a session tailored to your needs.
What is your photography style?
Our style blends bold colors, unconventional angles, and vibrant compositions to create timeless, artistic images that emphasize authenticity and emotion.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Yes, we travel to beaches, parks, barns, and client-chosen locations across Tampa Bay, Central Florida, and the Gulf Coast.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional Nikon DSLR cameras, including the D750 body and 24-70mm lens, along with off-camera flashes and modifiers for optimal lighting.
How many weddings have you photographed?
Over the past 3+ years, we’ve photographed over 100 weddings in Florida, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, ranging from intimate elopements to 10-hour celebrations.
