Hey, Hey! I am Teri!!
The face and voice behind TAM Photography. Born and based out of the Cleveland / Parma Ohio area.
I'm a "normal" inner city girl(I mean really who is normal anymore? what even is normal?), who LOVES the crap out of some Starbucks! ((not a Dunkin girl, I just can't do it LOL)) I will probably listen to some old school rap and hip hop while I edit the pictures of you and your babes! Don't judge! Even the squishy little newborn faces deserve to have a little TLC in their lives, no pun intended.
I went FULL TIME photography February 2020 ((in the middle of a pandemic at that)) after being in Steel processing for 8 1/2 years. With trying to juggle both almost full time with my clients and my full time job was definitely a handful but I still made sure to make my clients top priority so I decided to just take the plunge! I wouldn't want anything any other way, the mommas I talk to daily and the babies are so heart warming and make everyday the best days!
I Specialize in Newborn, Babies, and Families! My passion is alllll the babies!! My passion and love for the babies and everyone totally shows in your photos. I treat everyone like family! Of the ins and outs of everyday life, making memories for you to have forever is what makes me my absolute happiest!
XOXO - Teri
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Stephanie + Kids
1 / 17
"Over the last two years, I’ve had 9 sessions with Teri. She’s always very polite, friendly, and professional. She’s amazing with my kids every single time. I’ve been going to Teri mostly for milestone pictures for my two youngest and every time she tries to include all of the kids for at least one shot, which I love!"
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Stephanie Part #2
2 / 17
"What will forever stick with me is my daughter’s birth. Teri showed up at the hospital in the middle of the night, I wasn’t even admitted yet & nothing major was happening. She was there when no one else could be. She was there when there was nothing for her to do besides be there for me. Honestly, I hired her as a photographer, but Teri showed up as a friend. She stayed with me for almost 12 hours straight & captured every moment perfectly. I’m so incredibly grateful to have her in my life!"
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Megan + Aryia
3 / 17
"Teri is AMAZING. To have a child with special needs who is non verbal and non mobile finding a photographer who is flexible and comes up with ideas to make her comfortable in every session and each pose we do is a blessing to us. Teri has done over 8 sessions for us and never disappoints. Teri continues to grow in each session she does and we love to see her work come to life! Patient, bubbly, creative, determined and professional are just a couple words to describe how we feel about her!"
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Sarah + Chad
4 / 17
"We found Teri through a referral from another special needs family. Our first mini session we were sold. That was almost 2 years ago. Teri is professional, timely, flexible, down to earth, listens and delivers every single time. We have a child with limited mobility, doesn’t make eye contact and will not smile on command. She has built a rapport with our son and has been able to capture his personality. She can make what the world may see as disabling, simply beautiful. -Max’s Parents"
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Taylor + Cici
5 / 17
"My experience with Teri has been more than amazing! I’ve had many sessions & I can’t even count. She’s patient, loving, flies above & beyond for you. She will do about anything to make the photos how you want. She’ll do indoor in her studio which is beautiful with all the props & bows, or meet you outside somewhere beautiful & bring her pops, her cars always full! She loves all the babies & loves to watch them grow! She has become one of my best friends & I am so thankful for her."
5 / 17
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Antoinette + The Boys
6 / 17
"I have had pictures done with TAM Photography 7 times, over the last few years. From birthdays to Christmas to our Adoption! Her patience and kindness with my three young sons, keeps me coming back, time after time! Her acceptance and willingness to accommodate their special needs is more than I’ve had at any other place, by far! Teri is remarkable! Always friendly, always patient and always kind."
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Melissa
7 / 17
"Our session was amazing. I've always been a little nervous doing pro pictures because I felt uncomfortable. As soon as I met u, u jumped right in to help my baby with her outfit & made me feel so comfortable. Knew exactly how to pose us & make us look the best in our photos. Even little details like when u told me to pull my jeans up a certain way because u knew I was self conscious about my newly postpartum body. Our session was comforting & such a positive experience. U made me feel good about myself!"
7 / 17
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Ashley + Steve
8 / 17
"We did a newborn session with Teri and as a first time Mom & Dad the thought of anyone handling our baby absolutely terrified us. Once we got there we were relaxed & felt comfortable with the handling of our little guy. Teri was very patient stopping for feedings &diaper changes anytime we needed & was absolutely comforting & reassuring through our session. We have absolutely amazing photos of our little guy & that will last us & our families a lifetime. As well as a new found friend & forever photographer!"
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Alyssa, Mikey + Michael
9 / 17
"Sessions have always been nothing short of phenomenal. So patient, so kind & so funny with the kids. My son threw his tantrums, she calmly waited for him to relax, & tried helping him to calm down using different things to make him laugh. There’s always a behind the scene moment within the picture that makes it that more special. It’s so fun watching her work with him & even us. She loves her clients like they’re her own & accommodates to every need & want. I could never recommend or go to anyone else!"
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Sammi
10 / 17
"Teri had a mini shoot for me & my daughter. Not only she was creative, she was good with my daughter. My daughter is very judgy and Teri was very welcoming & gave her so much care and affection in a professional matter. She even captured her true happiness. She couldn't stop smiling & laughing! I was so scared my daughter wouldn't make it through photos but she made it fun & entertaining for my daughter and I. I really enjoyed the session & will come definatley back ! Outstanding work & so creative."
10 / 17
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Rachel & The Boys
11 / 17
"I have had many sessions with Teri and I think she does an amazing job(( I mean she is one of my best friends!)) She is super patient with my boys and always manages to get the greatest pictures. We have had many different types of sessions and I love all of our pictures from her! I am so glad to have her as my friend and photographer!"
11 / 17
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Mary + The Kids
12 / 17
"Our first session with Teri was our sunflower family session! She was AMAZING!! She listened to all my concerns & made sure our pictures came out amazing! I have five kids, you know how hard that can be. After this session I was hooked! She took our family Christmas photos & my sons 1st birthday photos! I can’t wait for our next sessions in the future!"
12 / 17
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Sheena + Rich
13 / 17
"When looking for someone to take my twins first birthday photos, She was so personable & welcoming, that didn’t change when we met her! She’s the sweetest, most understanding, accommodating photographer I’ve met. She welcomes you in, walks you through the process, & doesn’t once make you step back, she allows you to be involved in every step of the process, never pushing you away. During our 2nd session with her the same feeling from the first was there, which proved to me that she was pure & genuine."
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Sheena + Rich P#2
14 / 17
"Her quick turn around time, was incredible. Explained how to view my them, & allowed me to take my time in choosing them! A lot of times moments are taken for granted when dealing with a photographer, she knew what kind of photos she wanted to get but also did everything we wanted to do. It came so natural with her & my kids, she has a way with them that just opens the beauty & comfort side in children and families! Don’t sleep on her as your photographer!! She’s amazing & you won’t be disappointed!"
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Nicole, Nathan + Boys
15 / 17
"She photographed our family session in 2018, I immediately felt like I've known her for a long time! She ’s a hard worker & I’m always so impressed with how fast the turn around time is to get the pictures back. Teri always makes you feel comfortable, no awkward poses or weird silence like I've had in the past with other photographers. I feel good sharing my ideas & thoughts on a session, she is extremely flexible & understanding. My kids aren't shy around her & she always gets such amazing shots of them!"
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Amber + Kids
16 / 17
"Teri had a very Bright and Bubbly personality! Which is great for helping my kids feel comfortable and happy :)! Which then of course makes AMAZING PICTURES. but for me personally, I have a son that has ADHD and behavior disorder and Teri is great with staying calm with him but moving at a perfect pace to get great pictures while keeping his attention! Totally a great person to do all your picture needs!"
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Sam + The Kids
17 / 17
"Teri is way more than just our photographer. She’s part of our family to, she has been with us for holidays & celebrations , we couldn't ask for anyone better. Her experience & training definitely helped get me ready for my newborn pictures. While my son is always with us she lets him be part of the experience even if he isn't in the pictures. The room is full of love whenever we get our pictures done. Making sure to capture every quickly vanished smiles & smirks, I have never been let down with my RBF Kids"
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