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Boutique Family Photography in St. Augustine, Florida

Rya Duncklee is an international award-winning educator, filmmaker, and portrait artist. She dedicates her time to creating timeless photographs near her home in St. Augustine, Florida. Whether she is capturing family vacation photos at the beach, creating fine art pregnancy portraits, or preserving memories during those first few weeks with a new baby, Rya is inspired by the families who trust her to bring their stories to life.

Maternity

Fine art pregnancy portraits

Newborn

Minimalist newborn portraits

Family

Timeless family portraits

Meet Rya

FINE ART PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

A native Floridian, growing up along the Gulf Coast in Naples, artistry shaped who I am and naturally evolved into my career. Photography and filmmaking became a way to preserve what matters most—a family’s fleeting moments, beautifully and authentically captured. My approach is simple yet meaningful: blending your story with my vision to create timeless art, transporting you back to the memories you’ll cherish forever.

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CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

"Our newborn photos are absolutely stunning! Rya was so kind and accommodating and made us feel comfortable during the entire shoot."

— MELISSA L., PONTE VEDRA BEACH

Recent Blog Posts

A woman and little girl wearing matching sage green dresses sit on the dunes near St. Augustine Beach at sunset.

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Family Portraits in St. Augustine, Florida

As a St. Augustine photographer, there are certain sessions that just take your breath away—and this family portrait session at sunset near St. Augustine Beach was one of them. Everything aligned perfectly: the stunning coastal backdrop, ...

A family of five plays together on the dock of The Cloister at Sea Island, GA.

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Family Portraits at The Cloister in Sea Island, GA

There’s something magical about The Cloister at Sea Island, Georgia. From its sun-dappled courtyards to its serene coastal views, it’s the perfect backdrop for creating memories that last a lifetime. I recently had the privilege of ...

A colorful, pastel sunrise on Saint Augustine Beach.

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Colorful Maternity Portraits at Sunrise on St. Augustine Beach

When it comes to capturing the beauty of pregnancy, there’s something truly magical about a sunrise maternity session on St. Augustine Beach. As a maternity photographer, I’ve had the privilege of documenting so many special moments, but ...

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The business of life is the acquisition of memories. And in the end, that’s all there is. Let’s create a portrait session that is authentic, beautiful, and uniquely yours.

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