You will never know the value of a

until it becomes a

fort lauderdale
     family, couples, and maternity photographer

- dr. suess

welcome
      friends

Before photography, I trained animals for movies and TV (yes, really), which means I’m patient, great at reading the room, and completely unfazed by kids, dogs, or unpredictable moments. Kids having a moment? Dogs refusing to cooperate? Cranky husband? I’ve handled worse… ha! These days, I photograph families across Fort Lauderdale and South Florida, creating natural, emotive images that feel relaxed, real, and full of connection.

Hi, I’m Cheryl — a Fort Lauderdale family photographer with California roots, a laid-back approach, and a serious talent for keeping things calm when life gets chaotic.


• California native turned South Florida local
• I travel every summer across the U.S. in my RV
• Expert-level parallel parker
• I'm also a Pediatric Nurse!

Fun facts

If you’re looking for a family photographer in Fort Lauderdale who keeps things easy, fun, and genuinely enjoyable, you’re in the right place.

couples

maternity

headshots

weddings

I don’t even know where to begin — these photos are everything I hoped for and so much more. This was our first ever professional photo session as a family, and I honestly can’t imagine it being with anyone other than Cheryl. She didn’t just snap pictures, she captured moments… the kind that make your heart swell and your eyes tear up out of nowhere. Cheryl somehow bottled up the chaos, the joy, the wild  

- Emmalee

energy of our kids, and the quiet love between all the
noise. She made us feel completely at ease, even with sandy feet, salty hair, and kids doing their own thing. Nothing felt forced or posed, and yet every image felt like magic. I’m so thankful I splurged on this session. These are more than photos, they’re memories we’ll hold onto forever. If you’re even thinking about booking with Cheryl, do it. You won’t regret it. 

Client
notes

Graciously shared

- zandra

My husband said it best- Cheryl is the best hype girl photographer we could have ever wished for. We are very shy when it comes to our photos being taken but Cheryl made us feel very comfortable after the first shot. She guided us in every pose and made sure we were having fun at the same time. I was so excited to receive the photos so quickly! I was speechless by how amazing the photos turned out. I absolutely love her style and technique and I would recommend Cheryl to everyone looking for a photographer in Miami/Florida.

- aryanne

Cheryl is hands down the best photographer I have ever worked with. We did a family photo shoot, with an infant, 2 dogs and 5 adults, on a busy, holiday-weekend in Miami. Cheryl made what could truly have been a nerve-racking experience completely effortless and fun. Put simply: we loved working with her. She provided us with clear direction and guidance that made for absolutely beautiful posed as well as candid shots. She made it easy to capture truly special moments in breathtaking settings that we will cherish forever. I would hire Cheryl again in a heartbeat and recommend her to anyone who is looking for a photographer in the Miami metro-area. Thank you, Cheryl!! 

- ling

Such amazing pictures! Not only are her compositions and colors vibrant, she is so good at capturing the spirit of the group. Best photographer I've ever worked with.

- lauren

Cheryl is amazing to work with! We have done photos with her before and not only is her work incredible she is such a joy to be with. She is energetic, and encouraging and makes you feel so comfortable and beautiful on the other side of the camera. She is patient and takes extra time and care to ensure you got the shots you wanted. I cannot recommend her enough! 

- heather

Just wow; Cheryl was everything I was hoping to find in a photographer! My small family of 3 have a good amount of experience working with photographers but we recently had moved to the area and was in need of someone local. Cheryl was fun, efficient and made us feel comfortable (including my teenage son!). She delivered the photos quicker than expected and they were beautiful! They captured everything I wanted. I will definitely be returning to Cheryl!

- angelica

Cheryl is so awesome. She is cheerful and so talented and personable. She captured some beautiful shots and even took a few at the end the way I wanted just to be sure I had a particular shot. She loves her job and it shows. If you are in Miami, don't hesitate to book a session with her. We actually ended up finding a few gems we never would have if we didn't book. Thank you Cheryl

- kendra

We had the best experience with Cheryl! She was kind, funny, and so easy to work with. She made us feel comfortable, kept us laughing, and gave great direction for posing. The images turned out absolutely gorgeous, and we are so grateful for the memories she captured. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also makes the experience so much fun! Thank you so much Cheryl! <3

- kirby

We absolutely picked the best photographer for our family shoot! She was easy to work with, made my older kids feel comfortable and special and captured our family dynamic so well!!! As much as my older kids and husband hates photo shoots.. or any organized direction, Cheryl handled us so well and her photos are priceless! Best shoot ever!!!!

- christy

Incredibly amazing photographer who took the most incredibly amazing photos!!! Our sunrise photos were sure worth the early morning. I would recommend Cheryl to any & every one. The fastest turnaround time as well!! Book Cheryl for the best experience!

- heather

Cheryl was nothing short of AMAZING to work with! We had some crazy weather coming in with an impending storm and she was able to work around all of that and give us an amazing experience. With the family of nine that in and of itself, could stress anybody out, but not Cheryl! She was awesome and every single way and we could not be happier with the way our family vacation photos turned out! We have not had a family photos in several years and these will be treasured forever. We will definitely book Cheryl again anytime we are in the area!

- kolby

Cheryl was AMAZING to work with. She was professional, fun, efficient and also understood the difficulties of taking photos with a baby! We love our photos and have gotten countless compliments on them. Well worth the money!

- makenzie

Cheryl was amazinggg! She was so patient and sweet that we wish we would have had more time with her after meeting! She is a great photographer who helps you throughout the entire shoot. We loved every minute of it and highly recommend shooting with Cheryl!

- shana

Cheryl was absolutely INCREDIBLE! She made me feel so comfortable and amazing, and our shoot was so much fun. The photos came out beautiful—she has a great eye, and I’d book her again in a heartbeat the next time I’m in Fort Lauderdale!

- carly

Cheryl was absolutely amazing! From her personality to the pictures she took of our family. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer. It was a 10/10 experience!

- carla

Having a photo shoot with Cheryl was an amazing experience! Cheryl is soo friendly and has a great ability to make you feel comfortable and confident. Her photos were beyond my expectations, I am so pleased that I chose her! I am thrilled that my husband and I, have these beautiful photos capturing this special time together.

- andrea

WOW!! Cheryl was amazing and better than we could have imagined, we love our pictures! Not only was she super friendly and professional, but she had great energy and helped us get some beautiful smiles out of our toddler who is camera shy. Would definitely recommend Cheryl!!

- olivia

We loved our experience with Cheryl. She was so outgoing and friendly and really did everything she could to keep our kiddos engaged in the shoot. She helped modify poses so we were in the right position and was super quick in general at keeping the shooting flowing. I’m so happy with our photos and how quick we got them back!

Time moves quietly, almost unnoticed. The days feel full and endless, until suddenly they aren’t. The way they fit in your arms, the sound of their laughter, the small moments you don’t realize you’ll miss — all of it changes. Photography is a way of holding on, of capturing this season exactly as it is, so one day you can return to it and remember not just how it looked, but how it felt.

these are
the good old
days

because