Family Photography at the Beach

Many families opt to capture “the kids” only for their family sessions. It’s always fun to capture siblings together! They usually love exploring locations and having a good time together! The beach is a great option for this type of photo session.

I have captured these adorable siblings for years! They are all two years apart and the best of friends. Every session has been an adventure and this one did not disappoint! We headed to our favorite Jupiter Beach (we’ve done a few sessions here already) and captured photos on the southern side of the park this time. They loved climbing everything, laughing and being silly! They loved running from the waves, climbing on the rocks and when the sky changed colors at the end I was super excited and kept telling them … “just one more photo”! They now know how much I love a gorgeous sunset sky <3

Check out some of my favorite photos below:

Two brothers, one sister, family photo session at Coral Cove Park, Jupiter Beach, Jupiter, Florida
Source: https://athenaleilaphotography.com/

Family Session at the Little Yellow House in Jupiter, FL

The past few weeks we’ve been dealing with awful rainy weather and tropical storms which have caused many photo sessions to be postponed. Thankfully that was not the case for this family who traveled all the way from Orlando to do their family photo session here in Jupiter! We were able to complete the entire shoot before the rainy downfall at the end.

I first photographed this fun loving family about four years ago, in 2016. Then we were able to capture another session in 2017. They ended up moving away and trying out a few other photographers along the way but decided to drive down from Orlando (two and a half hours away) for a family session because they were in love with the sessions we did in the past and mentioned that I was the only one who was able to get their littlest guy to really smile <3 (see a few photos from those two sessions below) They have the cutest little boys with such unique looks and I remember their sessions always being a fun adventure!

Anyhow, this year’s session was amazing! We beat the rain which was great because they wouldn’t have been able to reschedule it! We moved fast and captured a bunch of great shots all around the historic yellow house in Jupiter. Everyone was happy and smiling but we also let the boys run around and have fun too. The littlest brother was a total superstar (they all were actually) … smiling for me non stop <3 I loved capturing their laughter and at the end they were dancing in the rain. It was wonderful! I’m truly honored that this family wanted to come back for another session <3

Scroll down to see a couple of photos from the 2016 & 2017 sessions, followed by the sneak peeks from this years 2020 session.

Family Photo Session at the Park, three boys

Check out the sneak peeks from their 2020 family session, scroll down <3

Family of five, lifestyle family photo session, Sawfish Bay Park, Jupiter, Florida

Is An Outdoor Newborn Photography Session Right For You?

Outdoor newborn photos, baby girl

Some potential clients struggle to decide if they would prefer to do their newborn photo session inside of their home or on-location at a local venue?

I will always recommend their home as the best newborn session location: Click Here to read why; however, I do believe that outdoor locations can and do work well too!

Here Are a Few Reasons Why You Might Want to Schedule An Outdoor Newborn Session:

  1. You don’t want to do them in your home (point blank): Some clients prefer not to do them in their home for whatever reason and that is ok (maybe they are in transition with packing and/or just moved into a new home or maybe they are currently residing with in-laws), there can be a whole host of personal reasons and those reasons shouldn’t deter you from capturing your baby’s first moments of life as a newborn.

  2. You live further away and would like to commute to your preferred photographer’s designated location: Many clients opt to commute when they prefer to work with a specific photographer who might be further away from their home and they opt to meet at one of the photographer’s designated and well photographed at areas.

  3. You love the outdoors and prefer bright and vibrant colors and beautiful backgrounds: There are so many choices for outdoor scenes, especially in South Florida, where you can pretty much photography outdoors all year long. From luscious green grass and oak trees, to sandy beaches lined with palm trees, to mangroves, to bay or ocean water, the options are endless here.

  4. You can have a little more fun with your wardrobe selection: You can select clothing styles and colors to compliment your location and look. Have fun with pretty options and accessories.

  5. You can incorporate blankets & props easily: small throw blankets are a great item to bring to get those snuggly shots on the ground and small props/bassinets can be nice to get a few photos of the baby alone.

  6. You can’t beat that outdoor light: whether is the direct sun at sunset or in the shade, the natural outdoor light is the most gorgeous! You can often find good light in the home by a window but you absolutely won’t be fighting for it outside.

  7. You just want to get out of the house: you just had a baby and have been in your home every single day since and while it is more convenient to do a session at home, it will feel great to get out and enjoy a little time under the sun.

Lifestyle newborn session, family of three, newborn girl, Juno Beach, FL
Source: https://athenaleilaphotography.com/

Family Photo Shoot with a City Feel in Jupiter

It’s that time of year again for Fall family photo shoots! <3 I am currently offering a Fall special of $25 off all sessions now through December of 2020. I do have a few spaces left.

Many prior and new clients reach out to schedule their family portraits so that they can design their annual Christmas and/or holiday cards and gifts. I just love getting to see new and familiar faces with the goal of capturing their special moments and memories together as a family at various locations around the beautiful town of Jupiter. Children grow up and change quickly so it is wonderful to get to document them in this way. I don’t set up themed shoots or bring Santa, my style errs more on the natural side. I aim for fun lifestyle photography with a touch of portrait photography because let’s be real … most Mama’s love to see their kiddos and families all smiling and happy :-) The goal is to capture their real smiles!

I have had the privilege of capturing this dear family for the past six years! It all started back when little Rayla was born (and big sis Natalia was two) and I photographed her newborn session and we’ve been going once or twice a year since <3 I have grown to absolutely love this family. They are some of the most tender hearted and gracious people I have met. This year, we tried a new location in the downtown Jupiter area, we wanted a little bit of a city look mixed with a park feel and a notable South Florida vibe with the water and docks off of the inlet. The girls were very excited to show me their cameras and we incorporated them into the session as well. We ended with some gorgeous sunset skies. I loved every moment spent with them.

See some of my favorites from the photo session below:

Lifestyle family photo session Florida