Michele Renee The Studio and Salon
| Michele Renee “The Studio” is comprised of the best photographers and hair /makeup stylists in Tampa Bay. From photo shoots, headshots, television appearances, and even weddings, we will ensure that you will be camera ready and flawless!
What makes us different? Our hair and makeup stylists work with our in house and associate photographers almost daily. We understand how your hair and makeup will translate in film and know that you want to pop in pictures but still look like (the best) you in real life. We regularly work in the industry here in Tampa, and have worked with WE Tv’s “Bridezilla,” Jill Zarin from The Real Housewives of New York, Indashio from Glam God and the late Rue McClanahan, “Blanche” from the Golden Girls. Our in house and associate photographers have worked in all aspects of the industry from high fashion, health and fitness to family portraits. Their work has been published in magazines such as “Muscle and Fitness”, “Brides Florida” and “Texas Monthly.” Our Team has a proven track record and excel in their craft as well as being efficient and friendly. Our Stylists use the most advanced tools to bring out your beauty in film. We use the latest technology like airbrush makeup for HD Television. Our stylists are experts at using shadows to contour faces and special effects makeup to make tattoos disappear. Our Photographers represent the premier creative talent in the Tampa Bay Area delivering a critical yet creative eye to your special day! Using the latest professional gear and techniques, they strive to bring out your personality and style in every shot! Be sure to view the Associate Photographer’s sites for full portfolios. Whether it is an on location / in studio shoot or a wedding our Team is ready to provide you with an outstanding experience from start to finish. We use the best technology to create a beautiful fashion forward look while serving our clients in a creative, professional yet fun environment!
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Kruti and Nishant
Kruti, a physician assistant, and Nishant, a marketing manager, were never firm believers in dating. Interestingly, however, the online app Dil Mil changed their opinions. The two found themselves spending hours in each other’s company online. From romantic weekends away and virtual dates to phone calls and FaceTimes, the pair didn’t take long to realize it was time to move …
Ronisha and Vishal
Anything worth having is always worth the wait. For Ronisha and Vishal, their long-distance relationship was a test to see how far love can travel. The virtual world brought them together, but the real world tugged at their heartstrings. The first time Vishal flew out to meet Ronisha, it was a meaningful encounter. The next four-and-a-half-years went by with the …
Shivani weds Aakash Indian Wedding at The Hilton Orlando Photographed Fine Art Productions
Imagine taking a stroll by the water in a park and suddenly you notice rose petals on the ground and a photographer clicking away trying to capture each and every moment of your movements. Before you know it, your best friend and your soulmate is on one knee asking you to marry him. For a moment you want to pinch …
2019 MyShadi Bridal Expos: Year in Review
For over 10 years, MyShadi Bridal Expo has been a community event not to be missed by those planning a South Asian wedding. What began as a small bridal show twice a year in Florida, has now grown into a platform for over 85 event vendors taking place in over six different cities across the Southeast US. Hosted by Desh …
Pooja weds Mahul Indian Wedding at The Plaza Resort and Spa Photographed by Fine Art Productions
In August 2017, mutual family friends introduced Pooja Patel and Mahul Amin, and their love for food, movies, and college football helped them bond instantly. In November 2018, Mahul proposed Pooja. At a gazebo near a pond in Piedmont Park in Atlanta, with the Atlanta skyline providing a perfect romantic backdrop, Mahul got down on one knee and proposed Pooja, …
Avani weds Naresh Indian Wedding at Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore Photographed by Since 1987 Films
When technology meets medicine, the end product can be wonderful. Such was the case when Naresh, a technology entrepreneur and author, met Avani,a physician. These days, is not uncommon for couples to meet through dating apps. Naresh and Avani met through one such app, Coffee Meets Bagel. The two went through a series of interesting dates and nearly two and …
Meera Weds Mickey Indian Wedding at Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa Photographed by Fine Art Productions
INDIAN CATERING Signature Weddings & Events Inc A chance meeting, a dinner, and an instant connection this is all that it took for Meera Ghayal to find her life partner Mickey Gupta. Meera and Mickey’s instant connection was so strong that even their friends thought they had been friends forever. pre-wedding ceremonies Grah Shantak ceremony Indian wedding decorations Three and …
Rosanna weds Christopher Fusion Indian Wedding Photographed by Peter Nguyen Photography
Rosanna Barsati Indian restaurant in South Florida belly dancer Cedars restaurant Mount Etna world’s most active volcano Rosanna Barsati and Christopher Fontana, both attorneys, met at a local restaurant in South Florida. A belly dancer by night, Rosanna was performing at Cedars restaurant where Christopher was helping a friend in the kitchen. Christopher asked his friend about Rosanna, the two …
Manali weds Nikesh Indian Wedding at Hilton Orlando Photographed by Asaad Images
When your first date is at Disney World, the relationship ahead can only be an adventure! For Manali Patel, a physical therapist, and Nikesh Patel, a web developer, their adventure began on that fateful garba night when sparks flew. The two dated for seven years before Nikesh took the next step. Making use of airline voucher tickets that were about …
Rakhi weds Ravi Indian Wedding at Innisbrook Golf and Spa Resort
Rakhi and Ravi’s wedding can best be described as a typical grand wedding of a match made in heaven. What better match than a finance expert and mathematician? Rakhi and Ravi’s story began when they both met through an app suggested by the friends of the bride. The relationship took its time to mature and develop into love and in …
2018 MyShadi Bridal Expos: Year in Review
2018 MyShadi Bridal Expos: Year in Review 2018 was an exceptional year for MyShadi Bridal Expos. This year, four shows took place across the Southeast United States, and Desh Videsh Media Group is proud to be the sponsor for these one-of-a-kind events. Raj Shah, co-founder of Desh Videsh Media Group, shares, “Aruna and I founded Desh-Videsh magazine years ago because …
Jinal Weds Pujan
Friendship morphed into a lifelong relationship for Jinal Choksi, a Pharmacist, and Pujan Patel, a Senior Accountant, who first met at a wedding in 2014. Their love showed no bound as Jinal lived in Florida and Pujan in Maryland. From Facebook to FaceTime and flying kisses to flying airplanes, they believed that true love could reach across any distance. In …
Katherine and Sameer
Photographer: Castaldo Studios LLC Doctors Katherine Bautista, 34, and Sameer Draviam, 34, tied the knot on November 4 in Orlando, Florida. The couple dated for two years, before getting engaged and getting hitched this fall. Katherine, an OBGYN Resident Physician met Sameer, an Emergency Medicine Physician (EMR) while working at the Osceola Regional Medical Center. Katherine is from Colorado Springs, …
2016 MyShadi Bridal Expos: Year in Review
Dazzling mandaps, gorgeous bridal wear, and the buzz of excited couples were a part of each of the MyShadi Bridal Expos this year. Couples along with their families and bridal parties attended the bridal show in the hopes of marking items off their wedding-to-do checklist. With a wide variety of vendors, from banquet halls and photographers to decorators and makeup …
Meera weds Nehal
Meera and Nehal’s consider their romance to be a “city girl meets country boy” kind of love story. The two met in 2014, and began a dating tradition of having spontaneous adventures across Florida, Meera’s home state. A mid-westerner, Nehal experienced places like Cocoa Beach, Universal Studios, and St. Augustine with Meera, and he chose to incorporate their tradition into …
Michele Renee weds Osama
It’s not often we get to feature the wedding story of one of very own vendors! We’re thrilled to share Michele Renee Zerda’s story. The entire Desh-Videsh team congratulates Michele Renee and Osama and wishes the couple a long, joyous life together! Being Palestinian and only here for 1 and one-half years, Osama Owias had never heard of salsa dancing when he …
2015 Orlando MyShadi Bridal Expo
Half an hour before doors were set to open, excited brides, moms, and (even some dads!) were lined up in front of the ballroom entrance at the Hilton Orlando. The 2015 Orlando MyShadi Bridal Expo, which showcased the latest in South Asian wedding and event trends, kicked off to a great start as couples and their families filled the ballroom, …
2014 Orlando MyShadi Bridal Expo Winner Profile: Facebook Vendor Raffle
Michele Renee Verda, owner of Michele Renee the Studio, is the winner of the 2014 Orlando MyShadi Bridal Expo Facebook Vendor raffle. Desh-Videsh thanks active and engaged vendors like Michele Renee for participating on social media! Learn more about Michele Renee, her charity Water for India, and what inspires her most. For those who are not familiar with you or …
TOP 10 Hair Products for Luxurious, Silky Hair By Michele Renee Zerda
South Asian women are known for their beautiful, thick, long hair. In fact, the best hair extensions boast on the packaging that the product is made from 100% Indian hair. Hair extensions are expensive, so South Asian women are lucky to have such luxurious hair for free! Keep your locks long, healthy and luscious. Try my top hair products to …
2014 Desh-Videsh Photo Shoot Participants
In April 2014, Desh-Videsh coordinated a photo shoot with prominent players in the South Asian wedding industry. As a leader in hosting and organizing the popular MyShadi Bridal Expo, working with such professionals was a great opportunity, one the magazine will continue to explore in the future. Venue At Innisbrook – a Salamander Golf & Spa Resort in Tampa Bay, …
