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9 Reasons Why Beach Sessions Are Awesome!

July 27, 2022October 5, 2022 lookingupphoto

Okay, I’m just going to say it – I don’t think I could live anywhere that’s completely landlocked. I can’t imagine not having the ocean nearby!

Some of my best memories revolve around the beach. Collecting shells … splashing in the water … shallow pools of water to explore. Even making sandcastles you know are only temporary evokes a certain whimsical fatalism, doesn’t it? You know the sandcastle will soon be washed away, but, hearing the sea birds, listening to the grasses rustling in the breeze, feeling the sand underneath you – it all makes it okay. Even today, it’s hard to beat the feeling I get sitting along the water.

If you’re sitting, nodding your head, then I think it’s time for us to get together for a beach session. It just might be the best decision you make in 2022!

Read through my list of reasons why you should schedule your next session at the beach!

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Beat the fall rush. We can certainly still photograph your session in the autumn, but by scheduling now, you’ll have the advantage of booking before my calendar starts to rapidly fill. Holiday cards designed and ready to go by October? Oh yeah!

Make a family day out of it. While we’ll certainly make memories during our time together, once our session concludes, why not continue to play in the water? Search for shells. Bring a blanket along and have a brunch or dinner picnic on the beach. Go fishing. Most of all, soak in this time with your loved ones.

The beach makes for a perfect playground. Who doesn’t love sand, sun, water and waves? No matter how old you are, the beach is the most superb place to play.

Golden Hour. You might have heard that photographers love scheduling sessions right around sunset. The light is terrific. Colors are vibrant. And the photos we’ll create together will be totally Instagram-worthy.

Wear what you want to wear. White tees and blue jeans be gone! (Or, wait, now that 90s are back, will we see the return of this trend, too? Hmmmmmm.) Dress up or down. Wear a fun floral print or an ethereal, flowy dress. I’m also always available to you to chat about wardrobe options for your session day, as well!

Beach sessions are breathtakingly scenic. And the images we create together will be priceless!

Sun or no sun, beach photos are exquisite. In fact, some of my favorite beach sessions have been photographed on cool, cloudy days. With the beach as our background, the photos will look wonderful in almost any weather.

You have that summer glow. If you schedule your session in the summer months, through about September, that sun-kissed summer skin really gives your images a little something extra.

The beach makes people happy. It’s science!

I’d be honored to capture these special memories for you! Let’s schedule a beach session with you and your loved ones.

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A Beautiful Session at Tod’s Point with Fall Foliage Flair!

March 27, 2022 lookingupphoto

Last fall I had the chance to photograph the prettiest family. Katie and Alex’s family reminds me of the joy of having little ones on the move, and how fortunate we are to have such a beautiful ‘backyard’ to play in, here in Greenwich, Connecticut. While I was editing this session, I played some of my favorite autumn-inspired music and it was heavenly! Today I’m sharing a little bit of this perfect fall family session, with a little fall foliage flair. Scroll down to see all the sweet details, including a local Greenwich magazine feature!

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Well, I’d love to begin by sharing this delightful magazine cover of Greenwich Neighbors magazine, published this month by Best Version Media. Katie used my photos for their feature and it turned out so gorgeous. You can also visit Katie’s blog, Witten Kitchen, here. It’s the little things, for me.

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When I first saw this image of father and son from the back of my camera, I loved the expressions it held. It has just enough softness and movement in it with that amazing natural backdrop, and baby Rory’s extended hand. This session was inspired by family, the season, and the natural beauty of the place we call home. Allowing children to be children is a key element of any outdoor family session (or any session, for that matter). Kids add so much life and emotional color to an image, often bringing out the very best and most organic expressions in their parents as well. I love how Alex, Rory, and I capitalized on that, here, allowing Katie’s vision for her family photos to be brought to life almost effortlessly.

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For the final photo, I always like to get a snapshot of parents without their fabulous children. It can be easy to forget that kids exist because of parents – and not the other way around – and it’s good for both adults and children to see their love for each other shine on its own!

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smiling mom wearing a white dress playing with her twins at Greenwich Beach

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A Magical Beach Session for the Sweetest 2 Year Olds

January 31, 2022October 5, 2022 lookingupphoto

I’m in love with the beach. If you’re a beach family, there is no better location for your family portraits than Greenwich Beach! And what’s better than getting together with one of your favorite client families for a birthday celebration on the beach (times two)?! The twins turned two, and mom wanted a family beach session with her special people, complete with sandy toes and plenty of splashing! I had the best time putting together this gallery, and it sure looks like they enjoyed themselves, too. The beach brings out the best in little kids, and this family knows how to have fun! Of course, the beach also provides a stunning backdrop for your family pictures.

As usual, I have plenty of photos for you to see!

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We were greeted by gorgeous golden light. I love the twins’ classic nautical ensembles. So magnificent!

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This session was about as close as I’ve ever come to just one marvelous family play date. And what a perfect place to play as a family! The beach makes family fun even more fun!

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Some things never change, and two year-olds splashing in the water are as cute as ever! Of course I encouraged them to splash as much and as big as they wanted to! Then dad came in with that calming dad presence and I was able to capture some beautiful, poignant photographs to round out the gallery. Pure love!

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For a fun activity, the kids got plenty of tosses in the air, twirls and jumps with mom and dad! Give me all the pretty golden hour lighting and those radiant smiles. I just adore this family!

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Kisses for mom and dad were a must. Are two year-olds even two year-olds without them? And I can’t get enough of the gorgeous setting. Greenwich Beach is simply stunning!

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Anytime I get to visit the beach with my clients, it’s a treat! I was so happy to capture special birthday memories for these friends.

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Family and Maternity Beach Sessions | Greenwich Beach Photography

June 8, 2020October 5, 2022 lookingupphoto

Family is a beautiful thing. Whether it’s a new family with an expectant mother, or a family of ten, the many special memories that you make together deserve to be captured in a beautiful way.

Part of what makes a session beautiful is the setting. While my studio is one of the best places for newborn photography, the beach is one of the most gorgeous places for family and maternity sessions. Specifically, Tod’s Point (Greenwich Beach), with its deep blue ocean waters offset by the colors of the sandy shore. It makes for one of the most scenic locations for both a family or maternity session.

The photos below speak volumes about how this location can serve you and your family. From special moments with mom and dad, capturing the time before they meet their new baby, to walks with the kids on the beach set against the great blue sky, all the way to posed family portraits where you can take in every detail – this is the place to be if you want to capture those special family memories. The atmosphere of Greenwich Beach evokes the summer feel that we’re chasing all year, and after our session you’ll be able to bring that atmosphere home and display it in your home.

Displaying your professionally captured and edited family or maternity pictures is incredibly simple with my sessions. In either the family or the maternity sessions, an 11″ x 14″ print is automatically included, with additional prints available. All of my sessions always start with a pre-session questionnaire and a planning phone call/email, which also serves as a chance for us to get to know each other before the shoot. You’ll also get styling advice, and off-site hair and makeup is also available for a small fee, which is especially useful for the sometimes unpredictable beach weather. My sessions are designed from the ground up to be both fun and stress-free, so all you have to do is enjoy your time together.

This year, take your family to the beach and make some new memories to enjoy for years to come.

As soon as Greenwich Beach opens, I’ll be booking summer and fall sessions, so don’t hesitate – contact me here to book your session today!

Enjoy!

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