Family beach days have a way of becoming tradition. The routines change, the kids grow, but the feeling stays the same. As an Ocean City NJ family photographer, my approach is relaxed and natural, allowing families to enjoy being together while I capture the moments that bring you back to this place, year after year.
At the beach, the best moments happen in between. Sessions are calm and unhurried, allowing kids to explore and parents to stay present. I’ll guide you when needed, but the focus is on letting your family be themselves. Kids get to move, parents get to relax, and the experience feels more like time together than a photoshoot.
You’ll receive all the edited images from your session in color and B&W (no choosing favorites, no hidden tiers). If it tells the story, it’s yours.
Sessions typically take place in Ocean City in the early morning or evening, when the beach is calmer and the light is at its best. Sessions are paced comfortably, with time for classic portraits, extended family combinations, and candid moments in between, so everything feels organized without feeling overly structured.
+ styling guidance for the whole family
+ location recommendations and scouting
+ A relaxed session tailored to your family’s energy
+ All-inclusive digital images in color and B&W
+ Custom framing and album design services
My full-service approach keeps everything simple and enjoyable, so your family photos fit seamlessly into your time down the shore. Each session includes:
Sara
"Courtney took absolutely beautiful family photos for us at the beach, despite my son coming down with a bad cold and ear infection the day before! We highly recommend her!"
see more on the blog
I totally get it, life happens! For unexpected events like sickness or family emergencies, I allow one reschedule.
If there's a good chance of rain or if the weather is unsafe, we can reschedule and your payment will go towards a future date.
Your gallery will be delivered via your email within 3 weeks of your session date.
Yes! Please inquire for further details.
+ You want beach photos that feel real, not stiff or overly posed.
+ You’re okay with wind in your hair, sandy feet, and kids who won’t stop moving.
+ You want moments of connection, not perfectly posed smiles.
+ You don’t want to stress about what to wear or how it’s all supposed to go.
+ You want images that feel like a memory, not a photoshoot.
If barefoot, real-life moments are your thing, this is for you.
Whether this beach week is a longtime tradition or the start of one, I’ll help you remember it just as it felt.
Your story awaits