ec·lec·tic

adjective

1.
deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.

If you look at my Spotify, you will most certainly think, “this girl is all over the place!” and you would be correct, at least when it comes to my taste in music, movies, and documentaries. One of the advantages of being eclectic is that I get to draw inspiration from many places. I also find various photography techniques to be inspiring, from natural light to studio lights; I enjoy creating imagery that evokes a reaction, or, at the very least, a thought.

I’m a curious wanderer of life and history. I like to collect vintage items such as furniture, cinema, and of course, photography. I love my Latin roots and I’m proud of my heritage. I cherish every laugh and I hold dear family heirlooms.

I want to use my eclecticism to it’s fullest advantage, let’s work together in creating something Stellar!

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The Start

I began my career as a wedding and portrait photographer in 2010, which helped me developed a journalistic eye. Working on weddings has taught me invaluable lessons and brought me to meet incredible people with amazing stories. Nowadays, I photograph about one to two small weddings per year as I’m focusing on portrait work more.

How did I get here?

In 2015 I was asked to document a concert for the Miami Music Project (a non-profit organization that provides music education to underprivileged children.). It all became so clear that day as if I finally found a little nook in this vast world. I remember feeling so focused and creative. Each photograph came so naturally and effortlessly to me, I was mesmerized and captivated. From that day forward I made it my mission to photograph musicians, dancers, and actors as a personal project.

In 2017 I decided to open up a studio in downtown West Palm Beach. It has been a great experience having a space of my own and I really enjoy the creative process of each photo session!

My Style

Cinematic yet a little edgy, artistic but also classy, Emotive but also static.

To say that I fit into only One of these aesthetics would be misleading. I like to merge different elements from each style, mix it in a bowl and make it my own! I love to focus on each and every one of my clients by providing them with a great experience from booking and photo session concept creation all the way to product delivery. My intention is to work together to create something STELLAR! I’ll help you and guide you throughout the entire process from wardrobe suggestions to prepping for your photoshoot. I want to always create artistic photographs that are natural, authentic, and emotive. I want to create photographs for you, for your business and for your future generation, your legacy!

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Laugh attacks & the sound of laughter!
Inside jokes
Lush scenery surrounded by tropical plants.

Pretty much every John Hughes movie!
A good playlist on a long road trip
The sound of waterfalls and roaring rivers

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My Better Half!

This is my husband (referred to as The Hubster) Darren and our pup Panda, my boys!
The Hubster is a very important part of Amanda Smith Photography as he bought me my first camera and told me to “Go get em!” He’s also a great carpenter and helps me builds my sets and props!
Unplug

No Wifi, No cell service, No tv. Complete harmony!
We started a new yearly tradition where we drive 10 hours north to this magical cabin where the world stand still. There’s one landline phone (the kind you pick up and it goes “ooooo”.
It’s great!
I <3 The Sunrise!

Don’t get me wrong, sunsets are beautiful but there’s something truly wonderful about watching the sun rise.
My grandma used to say that sunrise is the hope and promise of a new day. I think it’s stuck!
Our Pup The Hero!

From needing assistance to hiking and running!
In 2014 Panda suffered from a stroke that rendered him without use of his rear legs.
After many therapy sessions, tons of love and lots of treats, he now runs and hikes. With a swing that is!
My love for prints runs deep!

Growing up we didn’t have much, but we always had photographs.
We tried to always have a disposable camera(s) ready to go for special occasions. Grandma always said, “we aren’t rich so this what we have”. I have always considered them heirlooms.

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One of the things I love to do the most is to evoke emotion with motion. I think of dance as a blatant and strong communicator that aids in fantastic conversations. It’s all a beautiful collaboration between the dancer and me.