"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."
— Maya Angelou


DEMAIO STUDIO Photography

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Every time I think about photography, that's what comes back to me.

Not the aperture.

Not the gear.

Not the editing.

The feeling.

You don't have to know how to pose.
You don't have to wait until you lose the weight.
You don't have to apologize if your little one needs a break.
You don't have to have perfectly behaved children.
You don't have to be anything other than exactly who you are today.
I'll take care of the rest.

My job is to create a space where families feel seen, before they're photographed.

gently preserved for generations

DeMaio

Tay

Hi friend, I'm Tay
I’m a lifestyle photographer drawn to soft light, honest connection, and the moments that often go unnoticed.
As a mom, wife, and friend, I’ve come to understand just how quickly time moves—the way little hands reach for yours, the in-between glances, belly laughs, the feeling of being fully present with the people you love most, and the love that makes a house feel like home.

My approach is calm and intentional, allowing space for you to simply be — while I document your story in a way that feels natural, effortless, and true to you.

Thanks for being here.

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STORYTELLING

DeMaio Studio Photography images designed to be passed down through generations

Intimate weddings and milestone events documented with an artistic, unobtrusive approach

Editorial-inspired sessions that capture who you are in this season of life

“She captured our family in a way that felt so natural and genuine. Nothing felt forced—just real, beautiful moments we’ll treasure forever.”

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romanticizing the moments worth inheriting

Time passes, but photographs endure.  Your story deserves to be told with the artistry and intention that transforms fleeting moments into cherished heirlooms.


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