New Smyrna Beach family Photographer
Relaxed sunrise and sunset beach photos for families, extended families, couples, maternity sessions, seniors, and vacation groups in New Smyrna Beach.
Is This the Right Fit for You?
I’m a New Smyrna Beach family photographer specializing in relaxed beach photos for vacation families, extended families, couples, maternity sessions, and seniors. Sessions are planned around beautiful light, one simple location, and easy direction so the entire experience feels calm, natural, and easy from start to finish.
- You’re booking a family, extended family, couples, or maternity session in New Smyrna Beach
- You prefer candid, connection-first photos (more movement, less “stand here and smile”)
- Your kids are kids — and you’re not expecting perfect behavior
- You want gentle guidance, without feeling posed the entire time
- You want a photographer who knows how to work with wind, bright beaches, and real-life chaos
We keep it relaxed, move a little, and grab the real stuff in between.
Planning photos in New Smyrna Beach?
New Smyrna Beach is one of my favorite Central Florida locations for relaxed beach portraits, especially for families visiting on vacation, extended family trips, maternity sessions, couples, and updated family photos. Sessions are planned around the best light, beach conditions, crowds, and the overall feel you want for your gallery.
Smyrna Dunes Park
Best for families who want dunes, boardwalks, beach views, and a little more variety. Great for extended families and relaxed vacation photos.
Flagler Avenue Beach
A convenient option for families staying near the heart of New Smyrna Beach. Best for simple, classic beach photos with easy access.
27th Avenue Beachfront Park
A good option for families who want easy parking, beach access, and a straightforward meeting spot. Especially helpful for kids, grandparents, and vacation groups.
Bethune Beach
A quieter, more natural beach option with a calmer feel. Great for maternity sessions, couples, and families who want less crowd energy.
Ponce Inlet / Lighthouse Point Park
A beautiful nearby option with a different look, especially for families who want beach, rocks, dunes, and a little more coastal character.
Session Collections
Each session is designed to fit your family’s schedule — whether you’re gathering in Orlando, relaxing at the beach, or planning portraits closer to home. Every experience includes personalized location and wardrobe guidance, relaxed direction throughout your session, and a complete gallery of hand-edited, full-resolution images delivered through your private online gallery.
Every session includes personalized wardrobe and location guidance, relaxed direction throughout, and a private online gallery delivered straight to your inbox.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EVERY SESSION:
Fully edited, high resolution digital images delivered in color
Personalized wardrobe and location guidance before your session
Relaxed, organized direction throughout — no stiff poses
Private online gallery with unlimited downloads, open for 14 days
A $250 non-refundable retainer secures your date
Full balance due 3 days before your session
20 hand-edited digital images
One approved outdoor location
Select morning start times only
Wardrobe and location guidance
Online gallery with optional upgrades
PETITE COLLECTION
Short, relaxed, and beautifully simple.
Petite Sessions keep things focused and easy, with time for the most important groupings and a concise gallery of fully edited images. They are offered during select morning hours when locations are quieter, temperatures are more comfortable, and the light is most flattering.
$497
40 hand-edited digital images
One approved outdoor location
Wardrobe and location guidance
Online gallery with optional upgrades
essential collection
More time. More variety. Less rush.
With plenty of time to settle in, explore your location, and capture a wonderful variety of images, The Essential Collection offers the perfect balance of flexibility and value. Whether you're visiting Central Florida or creating updated family portraits close to home, this collection provides everything needed for a relaxed, enjoyable session.
$649
Most Popular
Designed for families who want beautiful updated portraits without needing a longer session.
Our most popular collection for families looking for a beautiful, well-rounded portrait experience.
60 hand-edited digital images
One approved outdoor location
Wardrobe and location guidance
Online gallery with optional upgrades
Signature collection
Everything. Everyone. Every moment.
Our Signature Collection allows us to slow down, embrace beautiful light, and create a gallery filled with genuine moments and stunning portraits. The additional time is especially valuable for larger families, young children who may need breaks, beach sessions, Disney-area resorts, and vacation portraits where we want to capture every meaningful moment.
$849
The complete experience for families who want the most variety, flexibility, and storytelling.
Ready to get your session on the calendar?
View current availability, choose your collection and location, and complete your booking online—no inquiry or back-and-forth required.
16+ Years of Photographying Families
2,000+ Family Sessions Photographed
Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral & Jetty Park Sessions
Serving Central Florida & the Space Coast Since 2009
70+ Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions about New Smyrna Beach Family Photography
We have a second home in New Smyrna Beach and every year when we have our children and their families visit, we be sure to have Michelle photograph us! Everything is so easy and the photos are just beautiful!
Michelle is simply the best! She made our family beach session so much fun because she just let us be us.
Michelle was wonderful for our New Smyrna Beach family photos. She made the whole session feel relaxed and easy, even with kids who had their own agenda. The photos are beautiful, natural, and feel like us — exactly what we were hoping for.
