Our Photographers
Tampa | St Petersburg | Clearwater
Claire
Claire Copeland and her husband Jeff are the owners and founders of Simple Weddings. They started Simple Weddings as an offshoot of Claire's photography business, Simple Treasures, in 2007. Claire's artistic vision and people skills make her an amazing wedding photographer. Claire is originally from South Wales in the United Kingdom, and she gets emotional when talking about her photography and her family:
"My photography is my passion and these special people in my life are my inspiration. They can make me cry with pride, laugh until it hurts, wonder at their innocence, love with a passion and even drive me to despair! These are things we want to wrap up and keep with us forever; these are the things I like to capture with my photography. My style could be described as fun, relaxed, informal, and intimate. I love to 'get in close' and capture the character and subtle interactions between the bride and groom. Don't expect me to pose you and say 'cheese' - Come prepared to take off your shoes, run on the beach, get sandy, and maybe even get wet! Most of all, come prepared to have FUN!"
Claire studied with the New York Institute of Photography, and is a member of the Morean Arts Center of St Petersburg and the Tampa Area Professional Photographers Association.
You can see some of Claire's recent work on our Slideshows page!
Claudette
Claudette Hollenback is an amazing portait artist and has been with Simple Weddings since 2008. Her two beautiful children are her inspiration and Claudette is passionate about continually improving her art and pushing her own boundaries. The result is breathtaking!
"I can't remember when I first fell in love with photoraphy. I think it was before I even realized it. I love being a photographer, and I love being with people. And when I combine the two, MAGIC HAPPENS! I strive to create art in still images that you will treasure for generations to come, and being part of this special moment in your life is a true honor for me. Often, I find myself smiling, laughing, and even crying behind my camera, and I always give 100% because these moments deserve nothing less!"
Claudette is an active member of the Tampa Area Professional Photpgraphers Association and The National Association of Photoshop Professionals, and takes great pride in her art and her profession! Claudette is a native of Venezuela and is fluent in both English and Spanish.
You can see some of Claudette's recent work on our Slideshows page!
Kelsey
Kelsey Ingram is a native Floridian who pursued her love of photography at the University of Florida. Graduating summa cum laude, she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Creative Photography and Art History.
She then indulged in her passion for culture, art, and photography by backpacking through Europe. Since that adventure, she has run a professional printing lab, photographed countless of events and people, and done just about every type of photography work imaginable.
"Over the years, I have lost track of the point where I am creating art and where art starts creating me. It is a fluid process that is forever being influenced by the people, places, and visual world around me. As soon as I become static, so does my art. I want my work to be alive, thriving, feeding on the visions of myself and others. I fell in love with photography because it lets me capture minutes as more than just a memory. You can keep them and share them with others, so that time continues to mean something beyond the present. It becomes a moment that lasts forever!"
You can see some of Kelsey's recent work on our Slideshows page!
Brandi
As a former model, Brandy DeMarzo has over 15 years of experience in the fashion photography industry. Her past experience as a model is what gives Brandy the unique ability to understand photography from both sides of the lens. Combining her knowledge from in front of the camera with her love of photography and people. Brandy finds her passion in capturing beautiful images while shooting life's treasured moments.
"I love shooting weddings! I work with a lot of models, and while I also love doing that, there is just something about a wedding that brings out the best in people - the bride and groom are glowing with happiness, their family and friends are there, and everything is just fun and exciting! It is so refreshing and such an honor to capture all of this as a photojournalist, but also apply my skills from modeling to get the perfect shot. It's the best of both worlds and I find it exhilirating!"
You can see some of Brandi's recent work on our Slideshows page!
Fort Myers | Sanibel | Naples
Lorraine
A seasoned professional with a keen attention to detail, Lorraine Mason has more than 25 years experience in the photography industry. Lorraine is originally from England and began her career traveling the world working as a photographer for Princess Cruise Lines. Prior to moving to Southwest Florida in 2006 with her family, Lorraine owned a very successful wedding and portrait photography business in the UK. Lorraine has photographed a range of weddings and social events throughout England, Florida and internationally. Committed to her profession, she is a qualified member of the Society of Wedding & Portrait Photographers (SWPP) and Master Photographers Association (MPA).
"Capturing the precious moments of life is what drives me in my photography, especially weddings. My passion for my work is intensified when I see the smiles and warm affection on the faces of my customers. Photography is more than a photo; it is a documentary of our lives. I take my work seriously and make sure that every detail is taken care of, ensuring that I capture memories that last a lifetime!"You can see some of Lorraine's recent work on our Slideshows page!
Allison
Allison Beyer has an educational background in fashion and portrait photography. With over 10 years of experience, she has developed a style that offers the quick response and careful unique eye needed for photojournalism and fine art photography. Allison grew up in a small town in Wisconsin, but has since made her home in beautiful southwest Florida.
"My desire is to capture the heart and beauty of your wedding in the most discreet fashion possible. Whether your wedding is a small, intimate gathering or an extravagant affair, the same attention to detail will always be observed. I work on the foundation that photography is best when it is spontaneous, natural, fun, and expressive. I love photographing people and it is my clients that inspire me. Each precious moment and every little detail is important to me. After all, that's what I'm here for...to capture those once in a lifetime moments!"
You can see some of Allison's recent work on our Slideshows page!