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Jersey Shore Beach Christmas Mini photo sessions

Jersey Shore Beach Christmas photos

Growing up at the Jersey Shore is special. And enjoying the beach through all seasons is one of the treasures of living by the shore. The sun is just as beautiful as it rises and sets. The air is just as fresh coming off the ocean. And while it is cold, seeing snow on the dunes is magic. I wanted to offer my clients a special beach Christmas mini session since we all love the ocean in the winter feel. It is something fun to come in regular clothes and still climb the sand dunes.

Thank you to all my clients who allowed me to capture their family’s memories at the Jersey shore.

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What to wear for fall family photos

Planning a fall family photo session? Struggling on what to wear? Here are my top tips that will really make your fall photos POP! Fall is such a wonderful time to get photos done. Just follow these tips, and fall will become your favorite time for family photos.

Stick with only 2-3 main colors. Fall is known for the natural colors in the landscape so I tell clients that they should provide a color palette that works with all family sizes and shapes. Blue is the basis for so many color palettes since so many colors blend well with it. Jeans are a staple in most families’ wardrobes. So blue usually starts with a good base. Adding another color that mom looks good in, is usually the next step.

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2. Add a pop of color. Purple or mustard tend to make a great statement, weather it be a scarf, statement necklace, or a belt. Patterns are something that will allow a good pop as well as interest, but keep them limited. Too many patterns can overwhelm a good color combo.

Top tips on what to wear for your Fall family pictures- add a pop of color

3. Accessorize and layer. As I said before, necklaces, scarves, and belts are a great way to add a color pop, and allows a layering that will provide depth to a family photo.

Layering Accessories is a great way to add style for your family pictures in the fall or for christmas photos

4. Have Mom pick out color that look best on her first and then build the family colors and outfit choices around her. If mom looks good, she will like the photo so why not pick a color that compliments Mom so she can be sure that the photos make it off the computer screen and on to the walls.

My top tip for deciding on what to wear for your fall family photos is start with mom then work remaining pallets and outfits in.

All these tips are just a starting point. I think that nature provides a good palette and serves as a true inspiration.

Most important aspect is taking a deep breath and having fun. Nothing looks better on a person than a good smile!

Best Beaches at the Jersey Shore for Family Portraits

Best Beaches at the Jersey Shore for Family Portraits. NJ is a great place for family memories and photos.

New Jersey beaches are a mecca for vacationing families from all over the Tri- State area. And one of the most tried traditions is getting your family portraits taken on the beach. The summer is one of my busier times with all the vacationing family sessions. Since I grew up in South Jersey and most of my photography sessions and experience are in that area. I will keep my list to include Atantic and Cape May counties only. I am sure that Central Jersey has a ton of beautiful beaches, but ours is better! wink wink.

1. Cape May, New Jersey

Historic Cape May has a victorian touch and the best sunsets with a wonderful lighthouse for a scenic landscape. Cove Beach is one of my most favorite beach photography spots around! Cape May beaches have a versatile landscape. Most beaches don’t allow sunset views from the beach. Cape May also has some under developed open land around many of the bay beaches. It gives a feel unlike all of New Jersey.

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2. Avalon, NJ

Secluded beaches with sprawling dunes and long pathways to a white sand are the cornerstone of Avalon beaches. I love the long pathways that I start every session. It allows enough shade to be able to do sessions earlier for the little ones whose bedtimes are much earlier than our summer golden hours. Sunrise sessions have become a fan favorite since it gives a certain feel that is good for little ones as well. Having the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean allows for some beautiful silhouettes that are something that I love being able to provide for all my families.

Avalon NJ is the perfect spot for family beach photos with variety of secluded spots that are so pretty.

3. Ocean City, NJ

The family mecca for the boardwalk, and sun and surf is Ocean City. Often labeled, America’s Greatest Family Resort, with a ferris wheel as a backdrop always makes for some fun family photos. The extreme north and south end of the eight miles of beach are photographer favorite gems.

Ocean City NJ is also one of my favorite South Jersey beaches for family pictures

Want your own family beach session of fall family portraits? Contact me today. karriedavisphotography@gmail.com

The P Family | Sea Isle City Beach Family

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This warm breezy night in Sea Isle City, NJ I had the pleasure to capture the P family. The large family was vacationing from Pennsylvania and enjoying the vacation in the little gem of Sea Isle. The grandkids were having the best time with each other. The kiddies all had some sun on their face which is a vacation staple. They were some of the best kids I had in terms of getting true smiles, and allowed me to get such great fun shots. I love getting fun pictures of the parents, and the look on the kids’ faces are all priceless.

One of my favorite times is when I ask the kids to get silly and jump up! It brings renewed energy into the session and always makes for good pictures. My favorite pictures are probably not always my client’s favorites but I love silly and touching moments. I really enjoyed my time with this family and hope they love their session as much as I did!

The M families | Avalon Beach Vacation

Ideas for family photos at the beach and what to wear black and white outfits for family pictures at the beach in NJ Avalon Beach vacation photography family picture ideas with older kids NJ family photographer Family Photographer in South Jersey During the summer, I do so many families who are on vacation in the Jersey Shore. I think it is such a great time to do family photos. Often, it is an extended family photo session. Brothers, sisters, parents, cousins, and grandparents all on vacation enjoying family time that doesn’t happen that often. Many branches of the family tree that may be spread out, all join together for a week or so and create so many cherished memories. I feel so honored to be able to capture that great big group shot that will be hanging in all the homes for years as well as all the individual family pictures and groupings. Grandparents with grandkids, all the cousins, lifeguard stand and boat pictures, just to name a few.

The M family came from all over the Northeast to spend a week in Avalon, NJ. The grandparents with their five kids and all their families joined me on the beach for a sunset session. There was so much fun and humor with everyone, especially with the grandparents. I was able to capture so many fun moments such as chasing kids, mom kisses, big and little cousin time, and even a gymnast backhandspring!