a LIttle About Me

Hi, I’m Penny!

I’m so happy you stopped by!

I was born and raised in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island, and now call Jacksonville, Florida home. With more than 26 years of professional photography experience, I’ve spent much of my life doing what I love—capturing the people, pets, celebrations, and little moments we never want to forget.

Photography, to me, is about so much more than taking a pretty picture. It’s about capturing how a moment felt.

The happy tears. The belly laughs. The stolen glances. The crazy dance-floor moments. The wildly excited dogs who have absolutely no intention of sitting still for the camera. Those are often my favorites.

And speaking of dogs… I’m completely obsessed with them. ❤️

Dogs have always held a very special place in my heart, but that love has taken on an even deeper meaning since recently saying goodbye to my beloved Cooper.

Losing him reminded me just how incredibly precious photographs become. The pictures that once captured an ordinary afternoon, a silly expression, or a familiar little face suddenly become some of the most priceless things you own.

That’s one of the reasons I have such a soft spot for pet photography. I understand that your dog isn’t “just a dog.” They’re family. They’re part of your everyday life, your adventures, your routines, and some of your happiest memories. I want to capture the personality you know and love—the goofy looks, the head tilts, the kisses, the energy, and everything that makes them them.

That same philosophy carries into everything I photograph.

Whether it’s your wedding day, your family, your four-legged best friend, or another special chapter in your life, I want your photographs to feel natural, honest, joyful, and unmistakably you—never stiff, overly posed, or like everyone else’s.

I also believe beautiful photography shouldn’t have to cost a fortune. My goal is to offer professional, affordable, and approachable photography while creating images you’ll be excited to hang on your walls, share with the people you love, and treasure for years to come.

Based in Jacksonville, Florida, I photograph weddings, couples, families, and pets throughout Northeast Florida, including St. Augustine, St. Johns, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Yulee, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, and surrounding areas.

So come as you are. Bring the people you love. Bring the dog—actually, definitely bring the dog. 🐾

And let’s create photographs that someday will mean even more to you than they do today.

DESIGNED BY KELLY BRITO