Like I said, it was a beautiful evening, and a gorgeous sunset, I mean look at that sky! Sunset sessions on the coast are one of my very favorites to photograph for those pastel hues that appear in the sky just as the sun is setting. Since we're on the east coast here in St. Augustine, the sun will set opposite the horizon, lending to those beautiful jewel-toned colors in the sky! I always recommend to coordinate outfits to go with that sky too - either a beautiful layered neutral palette, or play up the pastels. With all of my sessions, I always include wardrobe direction, and if you desire, Mom can always borrow a dress for herself from the studio closet!

For this session, we set up a great little area by the stairs to take advantage of that last bit of backlight opposite the coast. I loved this location and it was the perfect place to meet for a dreamy sunset beach session, cake smash on the surfboard and all. 

Side note I've mentioned on Insta, I think I'm going to start including a surfboard on all of my sessions! Ha

Is this rattan chair not the CUTEST?! Mom nailed that prop for sure and she found it at Home Goods!

My favorite thing about this session was the way the mist from the ocean almost appeared fog-like on the coast. It was so dreamy!

That pastel sky gave this Mama exactly the light and airy look she was going for with her photos. <3