Cocoa Beach is a beautiful Space Coast location for relaxed family photos, vacation portraits, maternity sessions, couples photos, and extended family beach sessions. From Cocoa Beach Pier to Cape Canaveral, Jetty Park, and nearby beach access points, sessions are planned around beautiful light, easy direction, and a calm experience from start to finish.
Not sure where to take photos, whether sunrise or sunset is better, or what your family should wear? Read my full Cocoa Beach family photo guide for location tips, outfit ideas, and session planning advice.
Portrait Session Collections
Beautiful photography, relaxed direction, and straightforward options. Choose the session that feels right for your family.
Short, relaxed, and beautifully simple.
A short session for smaller immediate families wanting updated portraits without a longer photography session.
$397
Ask About Petite
More time. More variety. Less rush.
Our recommendation for one immediate family. Beautiful portraits together, parents with children, and sibling combinations.
$597
Ask About Essential
A little more room for everything.
More time for little breaks, additional family combinations, and a wider selection of finished photographs. Designed for one immediate family.
$797
Ask About Signature
Everyone together. Every household.
Bringing grandparents, cousins, or multiple households? This collection is designed around the entire group, including smaller family combinations. Perfect for multigenerational gatherings, even when there are fewer than ten people.
from $997
Ask About Extended FamilyEvery session includes professionally hand-edited, high-resolution photographs in color, with select black-and-white images, personalized planning, and a private online gallery available for one year after delivery. Additional finished images are optional when available. No upgrade is required.
Booking and delivery
A $150 retainer reserves your date.
The remaining balance is due 72 hours
before your session. Galleries are
typically delivered within 2–3 weeks.
Any additional travel, admission,
parking, or permit costs are discussed
before booking.
Session times
Outdoor sessions take place at sunrise.
Petite sessions may be scheduled at
other times in Deltona, DeBary,
DeLand, Osteen, Lake Helen,
and New Smyrna Beach.
Every collection includes one
approved outdoor location.
Q: What’s the best time of day for photos at Cocoa Beach?
A: Sunset is the most popular time for Cocoa Beach family photography — the light is soft, the colors glow, and the beach feels magical. Between May and November, sunrise sessions are often recommended to avoid afternoon storms while still giving you that beautiful golden light.
Q: Can we include extended family in our Cocoa Beach session?
A: Yes! Cocoa Beach is a wonderful spot for multi-generational portraits, whether you’re celebrating a family reunion or vacation with grandparents. I’ll guide you through group poses and candid moments so everyone feels included, from toddlers to grandparents.
Q: Do you photograph at the Cocoa Beach Pier?
A: Absolutely. The Cocoa Beach Pier is one of the area’s most iconic backdrops, and it’s perfect for variety in your gallery. We can capture both the lively pier atmosphere and quieter moments on the surrounding shoreline.
Q: What should we wear for beach family photos?
A: Light, neutral tones like creams, soft blues, and pastels photograph beautifully against the sand and ocean. Flowing dresses, linen shirts, and barefoot kids always look natural. I’ll send a full style guide with tips tailored for Cocoa Beach sessions.
Q: How long does it take to receive our gallery?
A: Your edited gallery will be delivered within about two to three weeks of your Cocoa Beach session. You’ll receive high-resolution digital downloads plus the option to order professional prints and wall art directly from your gallery.
Q: What happens if it rains or the weather looks bad?
A: Florida beach weather can change quickly, especially during summer. I’ll keep an eye on the forecast as your session gets closer. Sometimes cloudy skies still photograph beautifully, but if the weather is truly not workable, we’ll talk through the best option based on availability.
Q: Do you photograph maternity or couples sessions in Cocoa Beach?
A: Yes. Cocoa Beach is beautiful for maternity sessions, couples photos, anniversary portraits, engagement-style sessions, and vacation photos. The beach gives us a simple, timeless backdrop with soft light, movement, and natural connection.
Q: How do I book a Cocoa Beach photo session?
A: Send an inquiry with your preferred date, location, and a few details about your family or session. I’ll confirm availability and help make sure the session option you choose is the best fit. Your date is officially reserved once your $250 retainer and booking paperwork are complete.
Q: Do you photograph families visiting Cocoa Beach on vacation?
A: Yes. Many of my Cocoa Beach sessions are for families visiting the Space Coast, planning a beach vacation, staying near Cape Canaveral, or gathering with extended family. I’ll help make the process simple, from choosing the best session time to guiding everyone naturally during the session.
We had the best experience with Michelle for our family photos in Cocoa Beach! We were visiting Florida on vacation and wanted relaxed beach pictures that didn’t feel super uptight, and she made the whole session so easy from start to finish. She helped us with timing, gave simple direction, and was amazing with the kids.
We visit Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral 3 times a year with our family and each time we reach out to Michelle to photograph our family. She's fun, full of experience and knows exactly what to expect from vacationing families.
Our Cocoa Beach photos turned out beautiful — natural, bright, and exactly what we wanted from our trip. If you’re looking for a Cocoa Beach family photographer, especially for vacation family photos or beach portraits, I highly recommend Michelle Coombs Photography!
Last updated: September 2025
