Kingsley James Studios

Feel Every Moment Again 10 Years Later

Tampa, FL

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5.0

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Seasoned with weddings

Pristine quality

Kingsley was everything we could have hoped for in a wedding photographer. He has such a calming presence and made every moment feel so natural. He was always right where he needed to be, somehow capturing every important moment without us ever having to think twice. His attention to detail and ability to anticipate the next shot was incredible. We always felt like we were in great hands, and we couldn’t be happier that he was part of our day.

Alexis W.

5.0

I can not say enough good things about Kingsley James. From start to finish we had the best experience with him. He took the time to get to know us as a couple so the pictures he took looked natural and relaxed. Looking at the photo album from our day it feels like there had to be more than one person taking pictures, he was everywhere capturing special moments from the evening. We had a lot of older family member and some members with physical limitations and he worked so graciously with each special request we had. If you want someone who is professional and thorough but also fun and kind you should 100% hire Kingsley James Studios.

Katrina D.

5.0

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You deserve more than beautiful photos and films. You deserve to relive the moments that matter most. From the excitement of getting ready to the tears during your vows and the joy of celebrating with the people you love, my goal is to preserve your wedding day exactly as it felt. I specialize in wedding photography and videography that is heartfelt, timeless, and true to life. My approach combines candid storytelling with an editorial eye, creating images and films that feel both emotional and refined. The result is a collection of memories that captures not only how your wedding looked, but how it felt. I believe the best moments are often the ones you never planned. The quiet glance before the ceremony. A parent's emotional reaction. The laughter shared between friends. These are the memories that become more valuable with time, and they're the moments I intentionally look for throughout your day. As both your photographer and filmmaker, I work seamlessly to document every chapter of your celebration while providing a calm, organized, and enjoyable experience from start to finish. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration, my focus is helping you stay present while knowing every meaningful moment is being preserved. Your wedding day will pass quickly. The memories shouldn't. I'd be honored to tell your story through photographs and film that you'll cherish for generations.

Black-owned Business

10+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

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Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Photo Shoot Types

Boudoir

Bridal Portraits

Day After Session

Engagement

Trash The Dress

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Photo

Social Media Sharing

Wedding Albums

Photo & Video Styles

Artistic

Documentary

Lifestyle

Modern

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Wedding

After Party

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King James

Wedding Photographer/Videographer

I am dedicated to make sure your wedding experience is seamless and I offer plenty of valuable offerings to prepare you for your wedding day.

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Reviewers praised the photographer’s calm, professional presence, strong communication, and organization that kept couples relaxed. He consistently captured natural, emotional moments, worked smoothly with family and vendors (often with a second shooter), and delivered high-quality, well-edited galleries quickly. Many noted sensitive editing for diverse skin tones and fair pricing.

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Maria E

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Before starting our wedding photographer search, we had heard from many friends and family that it is one of the most important, if not THE most important aspects of a wedding. In...

an event that takes months of preparation and is a huge investment in many different respects, we wanted to take our time and choose the perfect photographer/videographer. At first it seemed great to see many options but the more we thought about it the more we got overwhelmed. Not only were we not living in Florida but we really didn’t have crystal clear expectations of what we wanted. After two weeks of narrowing the list down, we started to feel a lot better knowing that we were getting closer. We set-up video conferences and had a lot of average experiences…until we met Kingsley… From the very beginning, we could tell that Kinglsey had a unique love and passion for capturing weddings beyond anything we had experienced before.. It was this passion that told us that he was the best option by far. After moving forward, we are immediately impressed with his experienced and professional approach. We set-up meetings that enabled ample time for us to get to know each other, personally, emotionally, and for him to become a trusted advisor for us on our huge day! Over the course of over five video calls, he helped us talk through our thoughts and feelings and ultimately helped us discover the ideal wedding experience that we wanted. From there he helped plan in a methodical way, all critical details of the wedding to not only enable us to depict and capture the most important moments, but to also give us the peace of mind so that our stress was minimized. After all, how can you have these moments if you aren’t in the moment? As the wedding day approached, we naturally got nervous, but having an expertly crafted schedule gave us confidence that we would be able to enjoy our special day and take it all in,, without feeling rushed and overwhelmed. There were so many incredible moments that we had during the wedding and we are so happy and thankful that Kinglsey was able to immortalize them for us. In short, Kingsley is a talented, organized, communicative, and empathetic professional that will far and way exceed your expectations. Take a look at some of the pictures below and see for yourself!

Alexis W

Kingsley was everything we could have hoped for in a wedding photographer. He has such a calming presence and made every moment feel so natural. He was always right where he needed...

to be, somehow capturing every important moment without us ever having to think twice. His attention to detail and ability to anticipate the next shot was incredible. We always felt like we were in great hands, and we couldn’t be happier that he was part of our day.

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Katrina D

I can not say enough good things about Kingsley James. From start to finish we had the best experience with him. He took the time to get to know us as a couple so the pictures he ...

took looked natural and relaxed. Looking at the photo album from our day it feels like there had to be more than one person taking pictures, he was everywhere capturing special moments from the evening. We had a lot of older family member and some members with physical limitations and he worked so graciously with each special request we had. If you want someone who is professional and thorough but also fun and kind you should 100% hire Kingsley James Studios.

Emily C

King James is an absolute rockstar and we couldn’t have asked for a better photographer! From the moment we met during our engagement shoot, we knew we chose the right photographer...

. The energy, organization and calmness he brought just showed us how passionate he is. We never once had to worry about photos, he was there every step of the way and made the planning process/day-of seamless! During the engagement session and wedding day he made us feel comfortable and confident while shooting. I also wanted to mentioned that we had multiple guests/family members complementing his skills, his energy and his attention to details during the day. So, if you’re looking for someone who is talented, professional, and genuinely cares about his clients, we highly recommend King James! Thank you for making our day so special and we cannot wait to se out forever photos!!

Zoe D

Kingsley was absolutely amazing to work with! My husband and I have never had professional photos done and wanted to work with someone who matched our easy going energy but would a...

lso help guide us without making it feel forced or uncomfortable. I also wanted someone whose portfolio showed well done lighting and editing for diverse skin types. Planning a wedding in St. Pete while living in Chicago was made easy with professionals such as Kingsley. I found him on The Knot and loved his photography style. We scheduled a call so that we could better know him and his style and he could get to know us as a couple and the vibes we were going for. We signed our contract after one meeting, it felt right. Since we don't live in the area, we did an engagement shoot only a few months before the wedding and we were so happy with our decision. The shoot was so fun and the photos turned out gorgeous, we couldn't wait for our wedding. Our wedding day was incredible and Kingsley kept everyone laughing while getting all the shots we wanted. He arrived early and went above and beyond. I didn't even notice him running around but he got so many creative shots. He delivered our album in record time and took a moment to go through some of the photos, download and print availability, and sharing options. Kinglsey was so quick to respond to inquires and shared inspiration and guides to get the best photos possible. He helped get our timeline together and went above and beyond with his work with us and collaboration with our other vendors. We can't wait for our next milestone for King to document because he wants to work with couples for life and that's reflected in everything he does!

Response from Kingsley James Studios

Thank for sharing your engagement session and wedding experience. I am looking forward for...

our next adventure. Have a great honeymoon!

Evan A

100% GO TO MAN. Kingsley has your back for your wedding. He is so flexible, so kind and so professional. If you are looking for someone who truly care about you and your wedding an...

d has the most reasonable and respectful prices, come to Kingsley. I am obsessed with him and how he took care of my wedding pictures.

Response from Kingsley James Studios

Noting but the best for our King James Couples. Thank for sharing your experience.

Liam R

Kingsley went above and beyond through my whole wedding process. He was constantly checking in and assisting in getting my questions answered. The day of, he came early & stayed la...

te and even brought a second shooter to make sure he was able to capture everything. His wedding gallery blew me away; I’m so in love with his work! He does such a great job at making you feel comfortable, and it shows in the photos. I absolutely recommend hiring this company for your wedding!!!

Amira F

Had a great experience, was wonderful

Destiny P

We wanted a photographer that knows how to edit our skin color in a natural way and we prefer film inspired photography. We stumbled on King’s images and fell in love. We had our c...

onsultation call and we immediately wanted to book. Engagement session was a lot of fun and he made sure we were prepared. On the day of, he showed up early, brought all his supplies to capture our invitation. The timeline was completed by king and my wedding planner and I followed it and our day was enjoyable and we had a blast. We received our gallery in 3 weeks!

Theresa G

King is an absolute gem, so talented and always going above and beyond. My husband and I aren’t the most photogenic people, but King made us feel relaxed and guided us when we need...

ed it. Our wedding photos turned out exactly how we hoped, and our family loves them just as much as we do. We couldn’t be happier with our gallery and experience!

Camealia T

King’s ability to capture the raw emotion and our love in every moment is truly remarkable. Each image tells a story, preserving the essence of our day with such authenticity and ...

care. Beyond the stunning photos, King’s kindness and calm presence made the entire experience feel effortless. Thank you, King, for your remarkable talent and for reminding us just how beautiful our world and our love truly is.

Victoria N

When we sat down to look through our wedding photos, we laughed, we cried, and we were absolutely blown away. Every image told our love story so beautifully, it felt like reliving ...

our day all over again. You prepared us for our wedding effortlessly & thank you!

Jennifer B

I had a blast during my engagement session. We are not the type people to take photos, but after our phone call, getting to know you. My mind was at ease. King is a genuine individ...

ual. I am very please with my gallery and experience.

Response from Kingsley James Studios

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Desrine P

King is absolutely amazing! He did my engagement & wedding and I had no complaints. He is very organized, punctual, honest, responsive, and professional. My Engagement & Wedding im...

ages were natural and candid. Keep up the great work! We need more photographers like him.

Response from Kingsley James Studios

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351 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL

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Tampa, FL
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(813) 586-4918

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