Maternity portrait at sunset on the shoreline

Portrait and Wedding Photography

Where Every Story Begins

Maternity, newborn, family, seniors, couples and weddings. Two studios, one style, in Tampa, Florida and Appleton, Wisconsin.

Tampa, FL Appleton, WI
Scroll
Selected Work

A Look at the Portraits

Signature work from both studios, across every stage we photograph.

Studio maternity portrait in a flowing white gown Maternity Newborn baby wrapped in soft pink, sleeping in a round bowl Newborn Maternity portrait on the sand at golden hour Beach Maternity Three young sisters sitting together on a sofa Family Baby boy smiling beside a white cake at his first birthday session First Birthday See the full portfolio
Karissa, photographer at Karissa Leigh Designs, in a white slip dress on a soft cream studio backdrop
Meet Your Photographer

Hi, I'm Karissa

I believe everyone deserves images that feel as real as the love behind them. Whether it's your first bump, a brand new baby, your whole crew together, or the day you get married, I'm here to capture the moments you'll want to hold onto forever.

I photograph from studios in Tampa, Florida and Appleton, Wisconsin, and I bring the same warm, relaxed approach to both so you can just show up and be yourselves.

More About Me
Now Booking

Christmas Minis 2026

Sunset on the beach at Pass a Grille and the vintage red truck near Tampa in November and December. The Appleton studio and the Denmark red truck in mid November. Fall minis are open in both cities too.

Tampa Dates Appleton Dates
Two Studios

Choose Your Location

Pricing, portfolio, and availability are set up separately for each studio.

Maternity portrait on the Gulf coast at sunset

Tampa, FL

Golden sunsets and warm Gulf light

Explore Tampa →
Newborn baby wrapped in soft pink in the studio

Appleton, WI

Soft countryside charm and cozy seasons

Explore Appleton →