The Journey & My Why:
My love for photography started at 15, when my mom, who was also a photographer, gave me my first camera. From that moment on, I was hooked. Whether it's with my phone or camera, I’ve always documented every moment, preserving memories that might otherwise go unnoticed. My journey into photography has been nothing short of transformative. Growing up, I was very introverted and self-conscious. I was always taller and bigger than the other girls around me and felt like I never truly fit in anywhere. But photography changed that. It gave me a voice and a way to express myself, helping me grow into a confident, outgoing woman. Now, as a photographer, my goal is to help you break out of your shell and show you how beautiful you truly are.
We are all unique and beautiful in our own way. As Psalm 139:14 says, "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." This verse reminds me of the unique beauty in every person, and I want you to know that you are safe with me. I will never judge you. My goal is to make sure you feel comfortable and confident during your session, and to showcase your uniqueness. Beauty isn’t just what’s on the outside—it’s what’s inside, too. My aim is to capture photos that reflect both, through true emotion and genuine connection.
Why do I do this? Because I believe in the power of preserving memories. There have been countless times when I’ve captured the last photos of someone who has passed away or the first moments of a new family or couple. These moments are incredibly precious to me, and it’s humbling to know that I can help people hold onto them forever.
As a Christian, I believe that God has called me to this work. Everything in my life has led me to this point, and I feel deeply that this is what I’m meant to do. This isn’t just about taking photos for a profile picture—it’s about documenting the moments that define our lives and providing comfort to loved ones when we’re no longer here. It’s an honor to serve in this way, helping preserve the memories that matter most.
My Life & My Hobbies:
I’m a 5th-generation resident of Nassau County, Florida, and I live in the countryside of Hilliard, along the banks of the beautiful St. Marys River. My husband Mike and our German Shorthaired Pointer, Jäger, are my world. When I’m not behind the camera, I’m spending time with them, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Mike and I are both auto enthusiasts, and we enjoy working on our old Dodge truck and Ramcharger—especially when it’s not a million degrees outside (Florida heat is no joke!). We love cruising around together, and recently had some photos taken of us with Jäger and our truck. It’s special to have that memory captured, and I highly recommend incorporating your own hobbies into your photos. It makes the experience uniquely yours. In addition, we also love spending time on our boat, cruising and fishing whenever we can.
I hope we get the chance to work together and create something truly special. Let’s capture your story, preserving the memories that matter most to you!
Please reach me at whitneybarlowphoto@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
My current focus is on couples, weddings, maternity, lifestyle newborn, and women's boudoir. However, I'm always open to doing something different so it never hurts to ask. :)
I photograph indoor maternity, lifestyle newborn, small family, and boudoir sessions at my home studio here in Hilliard Florida. If you have a larger family, or prefer a commercial studio setting, there are several studios across Northeast Florida I can rent for your session for an additional fee.
Absolutely! I encourage my clients to share their ideas and preferences with me for their photography session. I want your photos to reflect your personality and style, so I'm happy to accommodate specific requests as much as possible.
For portrait and lifestyle sessions my max turnaround time is 4 weeks. For weddings and elopements my max turnaround time is 12 weeks. However, it's usually much faster than that depending on my workload at the time.
I can do light retouching such as removing stray hairs, acne, or whiten teeth if requested, but it is against my own personal beliefs to alter the shape of your body. Trust me, as a plus size woman I know how it feels to deal with body image issues, but making yourself look like a totally different person may only make things worse. Embrace who you are in this very moment. You are beautiful. <3
Of course! I absolutely love dogs! As long as the location we're shooting at allows pets you're always welcome to include them in your session.
Of course! I will help style you and your entire family if needed. I also have a client closet with gorgeous gowns for ladies and moms to be.