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Summer at the shore means long days on the beach, afternoon cookouts, and the chance for families to finally take some time off and gather together. Photo sessions on the beach are extremely popular during the summer months, especially for extended families who don’t often have everyone in the same place at the same time. If you’re planning on having professional family photos taken at the beach this summer, keep reading for 5 things you won’t want to forget!

Erika and Brandon met at a mutual friend’s wedding and went on their first official date the following night. How cute is that! For their engagement photos, Erika and Brandon wanted to remember the absolute joy they feel and to commemorate the journey they’ve traveled together as a couple. I can personally confirm, dating and getting engaged during a global pandemic is no easy task!

I’ve worked with the wonderful C family before during an extended family shoot and I was so excited to see them again on this gorgeous early spring day for another round of family photos. We met just in time to take pictures for little M’s second birthday. To celebrate, she wore a balloon dress with a pompom crown, carried a princess wand, and pushed around a vintage carriage that her older sister also had for her second birthday. It was the perfect princess shoot for this sweet birthday girl!

It’s no secret that spring is a highly desired time to take family portraits. This joyous season symbolizes new life, growth, and possibility. The world is finally starting to re-emerge after a long winter, but schedules aren’t jam-packed yet with family vacations and summer programs. Keep reading to see my top 5 reasons why spring is one of the best times to take family photos!

Angela and Rangan’s winter wedding at Artesano Gallery in Manayunk was exactly what they wanted it to be – classy, cozy, and intimate. The pair had been engaged for two years prior to tying the knot, but had delayed planning the wedding until they knew all their friends and family could join them to celebrate.

Engagement photos are pretty to look at, but it might not be clear as to why you need them in a long list of other wedding planning priorities. But before we jump into the reasons why couples should have professional engagement photos taken, let’s go over the basics first.

Sweet little Maggie is here! This little babe was just four weeks old when I photographed her natural light newborn session at home. I couldn’t believe how calm and peaceful she was throughout the entire process.

I was so excited when Alli reached out about getting extended family portraits done while everyone was together for Thanksgiving. Not only is she a part of my new family-in-law, but she’s also a family photographer in Virginia!

Valley Forge Park is such a good location for family photos. Not only is it a massive national park full of Revolutionary War history, but there are so many unique photo backdrops to discover!

This beautiful family had the most perfect timing for their fall family photos. The weather was still warm enough to be comfortable without a jacket, and the leaves were the perfect mix of green and golden.