I love photographing families and couples at the beautiful beaches here in Delaware and Maryland! I'm based in Fenwick Island, and I regularly shoot in Fenwick, Bethany Beach, and North Ocean City, Maryland.

While most of my sessions happen on the beach (it's what I'm known for!), I'm also happy to photograph at your vacation rental, along the bay, or even on your boat if that's more your style. If you have a special spot in mind, just let me know; I love exploring new locations!

Where do sessions take place?

How long are sessions?

Most sessions last about 45-60 minutes, which is perfect for couples or groups of 8 people or fewer. If you have a larger family or multiple groups to photograph, we might need a bit more time.

What if it rains?

Don't worry. We have options! My goal is to get you photos that you love! Therefore, if rain is in the forecast, we can either adjust the time or move to a different beach location. If the weather isn't cooperating at all, we'll reschedule (based on availability) when it works for everyone.

And if we absolutely can't find a new date due to vacation coming to an end, I have two options: 1. Either a refund (minus a small processing fee) or 2. Credit for the same type of session that is good for a full year (aka come back to the area)!

What should we bring?

This will be part of my prep guide that I'll send you way after booking! But the TLDR: Not much for sessions of mostly adults. For sessions with children, bringing a favorite toy or snack can help keep them happy. Sometimes playing their favorite song on your phone works magic, too. Props and blankets are always welcome if you want to bring them, but they're not required.

Do you do mini sessions?

Yes! I offer mini sessions during the off-season in Fenwick Island. Learn more about seasonal mini sessions here.

I schedule all sessions around sunset because that's when the lighting is absolutely gorgeous on the beach. Since sunset times change throughout the year, your session time will adjust accordingly, but trust me - the golden hour light is worth it!

What time of day do beach sessions take place?

How and when will I receive my photos?

You'll receive all your images in a beautiful online gallery about 3 weeks after your session. I'll send you an email with the link and password, and you can download everything right from there.

How does booking a beach session work?

Once we've chatted about what you're looking for, I'll send over a contract and invoice for your retainer. As soon as both are complete, your date and time are officially reserved!

How should we prepare for session?

I always send a detailed prep guide once you book! The biggest thing is coordinating your outfits ahead of time. Choose clothes that feel like "you" and that everyone will be comfortable in on the beach.

Also, don't hesitate to reach out with any questions before your session. I want you to feel completely prepared and excited!

Any clothing tips?

I'll send you a complete style guide when you book, but here's what works best for beach photos:

- Solid colors are your friend - pastels and earth tones look amazing against the beach backdrop

- Coordinate, don't match - choose colors that work well together rather than identical outfits

- Small patterns are fine - just limit them to one person while others wear solids

- Skip the logos - they date your photos and can be distracting

Do I have to order prints through you?

Not at all! You have complete flexibility! You can choose to print your photos through the professional print lab, which is integrated into your photo gallery. Or, you can print elsewhere!

Can you photoshop XYZ out of our photos?

I'll clean up any distracting background elements (like trash or random people) and can remove temporary blemishes or pregnancy stretch marks if you'd like. However, I don't do heavy editing that changes how you actually look. My goal is to deliver beautiful, natural photos that authentically capture your family.

I always says, "if it won't be there next week, I can get rid of it" - so think of something like a pimple, or a scratch. If you're looking for dramatic body alterations, we're not the right fit.

But if you want gorgeous, real-life memories of your family at the beach, I'm your photographer!

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