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A baby's first birthday is a big milestone. Sometime we all celebrate as they change so much over that first year. As a family...

Some children absolutely LOVE the camera. They will stop whining about an itchy dress to pose when they see the camera, and it cracks me up every time. BUT, those kiddos who don't love the camera and are maybe a little shy or just not in the mood? Those sessions make for some beautiful photos too. HOW CAN BOTH WORK? Because as a family photographer, the focus at my sessions are more about fun then the photos. If you keep that in mind as well, whether your kiddo things posing

Is sunrise early? Obviously. But coffee exists and the sunrises here in Northeast Florida are GORGEOUS. Am I a morning person? No. But I NEVER regret scheduling sunrise beach family photoshoots. First, once I'm at the beach I'm awake and for some reason just happier (apparently the ocean does that to you). Second, for some reason, kids are usually happier in the mornings. Parents? Maybe not, but the kids are and truthfully that alone makes it worth it. This sweet family sched

So, depending on your age, you probably remember Olan Mills and the traditional, static family photos we all had to get. Our parents dressed us in what they deemed the best outfits (no matter how uncomfortable), did our hair, repeatedly told us not to get messy, drove us to a studio space (which sometimes had an outdoor area). Where were told where to sit, smile at the camera and had to smile as long as possible. Now, if your parents were creative, you may have gotten the "lo

One of the many amazing things about living in Florida, is that we CAN in fact do beach family photos year round. Are some beach sessions a little chilly? Well, yes because St Augustine, Florida is in north Florida. BUT they are still beautiful and the time of year doesn't guarantee cold weather. One week in January may be highs in the 50s the next week it could be highs in the 70s or 80s, you just don't know. So, if you're traveling to Jacksonville, Florida or St Augustine,

All parents know that multiple kids under 4 can be hard at a session. Family Photographers know this is true as well. What about a session with twin 9 month old babes? Absolutely amazing. Especially at sunrise. Even if the beach was crowded, the smiles from these two cuties and the weather made it all so much more perfection. Take a moment and check out why, this kind of beach family sunrise portraits session is always a good idea. ~Melody

Let's be honest. To most of us, the idea of getting up to watch the sunrise is not exactly enticing. I have never been a morning person. I live on coffee and need 7-8 hours of sleep to be fully functional. BUT I LOVE SUNRISE SESSIONS. I may be struggling as I get ready for them, but once I get there...meet the family, see the skies and the perfect golden light. .. I am SO happy to be there. This sweet family was on vacation visiting family when we met for this beautiful morni

Summer is always filled with beach family photos for this St Augustine and Jacksonville Florida family photographer. And who could complain about that? The beach is usually a little cooler (thank you beach breeze), a always beautiful. This large family portrait session turned out absolutely perfectly and I was able to capture SO many photos. In an effort to not have a ridiculously long blog post, I choose just a few of my favorite photos so scroll on to see them all! To book

When large families are vacationing near St Augustine Beach, Florida it's always fun and quite the honor to be asked to do family photos. As a family photographer capturing the love and joy of a family is my main goal. Add more family members and you are just adding more love. Since summer of 2020 I have been so blessed to capture many large family groups on the beaches in and around St Augustine Beach, Florida. Want to see just what I can capture in an hour with a large fami

Benefit of a sunrise family photoshoot? You can BEAT THE HEAT. It's no secret summer in Jacksonville and St Augustine Florida can be brutal. Even with the beach breeze, it can be a bit hot. A sunrise session is typically cooler and absolutely beautiful with the sun rising over the ocean. We have so many beautiful beaches in the area to choose from too. As a family photographer I am here to help you choose the right beach and time of day to ensure a beautiful photoshoot. To se

It's no secret if you've been following me for awhile, that my baby plan clients always have a special place in my heart. For a little...

Here in Florida, it's ALMOST beach season year round. That is often why people travel here on vacation. For the beaches. This wonderful family was visiting Jacksonville Beach, Florida for a long weekend and wanted some photos together while they were here. We chose Ponte Vedra Beach for the tall dunes and, despite the chilly weather, the session turned out beautiful for this dad and his daughters. As a family photographer in Jacksonville and St Augustine Florida I do a lot of

It's no secret living on the east coast, we have some beautiful beach sunrises. As a sunrise beach family photographer in Jacksonville and St Augustine, Florida sunrise family photoshoots have become a favorite of mine even though I am not a morning person. On this particular morning the sunrise was absolutely beautiful casting a golden glow over Vilano Beach. Even though a bit chilly, we were able to capture some beautiful family photos for this family visiting the area from

It's finally warming up!! I am SO excited to be back at the beach for family photoshoots. The light, the sound of the waves, all of it is perfection for a Maternity shoot or Family photoshoot. Vilano Beach, Florida is one of my favorite beaches for a photoshoot. As a family photographer I see many amazing places, but this particular beach just gives so many different backgrounds to use and make beautiful images. So, make your Wednesday better with some of my favorite family p

Beach Family Photography is a staple here in Florida. Because we have amazing beaches. As a Ponte Vedra Beach family photographer I never get tired of all the beaches we have and meeting families there for sunrise or sunset sessions. Since 2020, the number of multi-generational portraits I have been blessed to do is mind-blowing to me. As a family photographer, I love that so many families want family photos with grandparents. Sometimes also with cousins, Aunts, Uncles and mo

If you're traveling to St Augustine Beach Florida or anywhere nearby on a family vacation this summer with your entire family, consider booking multi-generational family photos. Why? Because nothing is guaranteed. Because you love each other. Because you want photos with all the people who love your children. Or even just because. If you need more inspiration, check out this large family photoshoot below! To book your session CLICK HERE to grab my guide, or simply scroll on

Sunrise. Early, but has never not been worth it. Sunrise with the St Augustine Beach pier, even better. I met up with this family while they were vacationing in St Augustine Beach and the sunrise did not disappoint. With two kids two and under we did all the things to capture the love of this family and the details of this time. I definitely LOVED how it turned out. Keep on scrolling to see a few of my favorites! To find our more information on scheduling your own sunrise bea

Who can remember their great-grandparents? Were you lucky enough to know them? What about photos with them? Yeah, I don't think there are any photos of myself with my great-grandmother (or my great-great-grandmother who was still alive when I was born which is crazy). My girls? I have photos with almost all of their great-grandparents. Though, now only two remain, I still strive to capture moments and memories for them. This family had four generations at their session. Even

It's no secret I LOVE sunrise beach photos. As a family photographer I have favorite locations for various times of day and the beach is truly great both sunrise and sunset BUT the sunrise is just something amazing. Give me a super sweet family in town on vacation and a couple adorable little cousins and you have the makings for a family photoshoot that's gorgeous! To see all the sweetness of this family photography Vilano Beach and beauty keep on scrolling. Have an amazing w

As a family photographer, new clients are always sent a "client questionnaire" which gives me some basic information about them and their family, BUT also the opportunity to give me more. To tell me WHY they are doing the photoshoot. Sometimes, that "Why" gets me. Well, a lot of times it gets me. This family's "Why" was one that made me SO happy they wanted to do the photos while on their family vacation. Made me constantly mentally check if I got all the photos they may want