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This playful family visited Ponte Vedra all the way from Virginia, and although it was a little chilly on the beach (by Florida standards), they were ready to enjoy beach time together. I had fun meeting them and helping them make memories of their vacation.
This warm family wanted beach portraits not only for themselves to personally enjoy, but also to use on their church website and book cover. Their little dog was a natural in front of the camera–too cute!–and the girls were so sweet and fun.
Beach photography is one of my favorites in the spring and summer months. We get such lovely colors in the sky, and each sky is a little different. This particular evening at a beach in Ponte Vedra was a perfect backdrop for this family’s portraits.
When I last saw this little boy, he wasn’t walking yet, but for this session he has learned to sprint–as toddlers do–at lightning speed with those little legs. But when he paused, looking over his shoulder, he had the sweetest smile. Photographing toddlers is always about the split-second treasure. His sister is also full of adventure and joy: I love her expression here as she jumps with the parasol.
And the beautiful family together.
Look at that grin… on the run! But a special shell stops him for a moment.
We’re so lucky here in Florida. After all these years, I still love looking at a beach sky at sunset.
My own girls have been clamoring: When can we go to the beach and swim in the ocean? My oldest is all set with her new swimsuit, ready to toss aside her flip flops and dash down the warm sand to the welcoming waves, which will be… quite chilly. She finds that last part very frustrating. I wouldn’t say we’re in swim season yet for those of us not wearing wetsuits, but there’s no doubt that the beach has an allure for so many of us. For portraits, the beach is an ideal serene setting that focuses both on natural beauty and the family.
It was a pleasure to meet the family featured in this session at the beach in Ponte Vedra, one of my favorite beach spots. This little girl is absolutely charming. She was ready for adventure and spending time with her parents.
The Daddy-daughter bond. It always makes me smile.
And, of course, the snuggles with mom are priceless.
Look at those sweet eyes.
What little girl doesn’t want to swing between her parents to the sounds of the ocean?
This session was for the grandparents and grandchildren, and it was a gorgeous day at the beach. They are such a warm and easygoing family.
The children were ready to have fun and make each other laugh.
The beautiful family (and a full moon).