https://vimeo.com/theportos/download/451905435/22f389f7b8

  The title of this blog is from a quote by Michael Jordan. The longer version is “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. […]

The title of this blog is a quote that some say was spoken by Socrates and others say it wasn’t. Honestly, I couldn’t care less. Regardless of who actually said it, doesn’t change the fact that it is spot on. Change is something so many people tend to try and avoid and I personally think […]

…on your wedding day.” Isn’t it ironic? No, not really, but it is unfortunate. When dreaming of your wedding day, rain clouds and flooded streets are not typically what you envision. However, this should not rain on your parade. Here are a few tips to couples and photographers/videographers. For Couples: When hiring your photographer make […]

Sometimes wedding planning can be so much fun and some times it can get very stressful. For instance, when you have your perfect backyard “Gatsby Style” wedding planned in Tampa and then have to scrap your plans and start all over and move the event to Ft. Lauderdale, that can be stressful. Michelle and Brett […]

  Christa and I have been Canon shooters for a long time. It was a beautiful relationship. When Fuji Released the X-T1, the look and size of the camera really intrigued us, so we placed an order on B&H immediately. Upon receiving it, we enjoyed it; however, it did not have the speed or focus we […]

The Portos are always intentional about the couples and weddings we photograph each year. We want to make sure that this never becomes about monetary gain, but a true connection with the bride and groom. When we met with Alex and Michelle, that connection was instant and we were counting down the days until we […]