When it doesn't rain for a day and you get a bit lucky with the weather, you make it happen! I've been photographing this sweet family since 2014!!! #mindblown They have given me the honor of photographing their children and participating in my Baby Plan THREE TIMES. So grateful. So of course, when I photograph their session, every time, I want to make it special for them. This go around, the weather wasn't cooperating as much as we would have liked, but we made the best of it! You've got to embrace the Florida summers here in St. Augustine and just go with it!
One of my favorite things about this family is their connection they share, the love, and their willingness to be amendable to whatever the situation brings. It truly helps have a relaxed photo session, and one that you want to remember when you look at your photographs years from now.
I've included below a few of my favorite images from this pastel-hued family photo session on the beach. Enjoy and thank you so much for reading!
While I love to photograph and document connection nice and up and close during a family photo session, I equally love to document quiet and negative space. Especially on the beach, there is something so serene about composing a photograph in this way. Which one do you prefer - Mom holding her baby tight or a candid family image with that beautiful Florida sky all around them?
Isn't this dress the cutest?! It's a Matilda Jane. <3 Pastels work great on the coast at sunset. When there is a sunset, they'll mirror the colors in the sky and coordinate just beautifully together.
Would you believe this moment was captured during a bit of a grumpy spell? Little Claire wasn't feeling it at the moment when Mom and Dad wanted to snuggle so we let things unfold naturally and I was able to grab this soft, relaxed portrait. If your children aren't totally "happy" the entire session, no worries! You'll be surprised what I can pull out of any moment.
10 Comments
Jul 28, 2021, 5:37:36 PM
Rya Duncklee - Thank you!
Jul 28, 2021, 11:58:23 AM
katie - These are beautiful!
Jul 22, 2021, 9:57:50 AM
Rya Duncklee - Aww thank you so much, Kami!!
Jul 22, 2021, 9:57:36 AM
Rya Duncklee - Thank you so much!
Jul 15, 2021, 9:51:44 PM
Kami - Your work is absolutely magical! LOVE!
Jul 15, 2021, 7:50:57 PM
Lindsey - These photos have such beautiful soft lighting! Gorgeous family!
Jul 15, 2021, 1:20:06 PM
Rya Duncklee - Thank you:)
Jul 15, 2021, 1:19:55 PM
Rya Duncklee - Thank you so much!
Jul 15, 2021, 11:16:03 AM
mary beth - Absolutely love your coastal session!
Jul 15, 2021, 10:00:30 AM
Kathryne - What a beautiful family!