A guide to the best photoshoot locations in St. Augustine, Florida, including Vilano Beach, Matanzas Inlet, Historic Downtown, and Alpine Groves Park, with tips for families, couples, and maternity sessions.

The Wade family gathered for a special photoshoot to celebrate the grandparents’ 50th wedding anniversary, and it was an honor to capture this milestone along the beautiful shores of St. Augustine Beach, Florida. Family sessions that include grandparents are always some of my favorites. There is something incredibly meaningful about photographing them surrounded by the family they have built over the years. During sessions like this, I love placing the grandparents right in t

The Waterman family braved a very chilly, windy evening for their beach session, but the sunset made it all worth it. The sky put on an incredible show, and we had so much fun capturing their time together by the water. Their 4-year-old was as active as it gets, but that just made the session even better! Instead of perfectly posed moments, we leaned into the energy and ended up with the sweetest, most genuine candid smiles and interactions. The best photos come from simply l

The Busch family was visiting town and had originally booked a beach session, but when the rain rolled in, we quickly pivoted to downtown St. Augustine. It was freezing cold, but that didn’t stop us from capturing some fantastic shots! Stephanie’s daughters even bunny-hopped down the sidewalks to keep warm, and we were rewarded with a stunning sunset. Everyone had a great time, and you’d almost never know how chilly it was. Thanks for being so flexible and fun, Stephanie!

Every photoshoot reminds me why I love being a photographer, but this one was an extra big reminder. Natalia reached out to me with a plan during her family’s vacation photoshoot. Her whole family was there. While her mom and dad thought it was just a regular session, everyone else already knew the surprise. Natalia was about to tell them she was pregnant with her first child. When the moment finally happened, the emotion was instant. Her mom’s reaction was so beautiful. Ther

This is going to be a ramble; I apologize in advance, but if you stick around to the end, thank you! On January 1st, I unexpectedly lost my mom. Being 26, I thought we had a lot more time together, more milestones to face, and so many more memories to make. She was my best friend, my #1 cheerleader, and the loudest presence in any room. Last night, as I was journaling, it hit me that this is something I want to share: Throughout my last 11 years of photography, she had been b

Daniel and Jordon’s surprise engagement session on the beach was nothing short of magical. Celebrating their 2-year anniversary, their...

Photographing Sutton and Graham’s engagement and wedding was incredibly special for me. Sutton and I met back during my very first week...