You are usually the one behind the camera, not in front of it. You catch the messy mornings, the backyard chaos, the years passing in the background of everyone else's photos, but somewhere along the way you disappeared from the frame.
As a Destin family photographer, I make sure you are in the picture too. These sessions hold onto who your family is right now, in the middle of missing teeth and a love that's still growing. I take care of every detail, from planning to the finished artwork on your wall, so all you have to do is show up together.
Everyday life together. Grown before you know it.
Remember this season together with portraits made to last.
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Preparing for your session should feel exciting, not overwhelming. You'll have access to my studio wardrobe and curated style guides to help coordinate your family's look with ease. Together, we'll select the perfect location and begin planning how your portraits will live in your home. Every detail is thoughtfully considered so your images are created with their final destination in mind.
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DESIGN & ORDERING
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The best decisions are made with your heart. I wait until your portraits are fully edited and ready to view before we talk about ordering. That way, your choices are guided by the photos you've truly fallen in love with, and every piece feels completely meaningful. I don't just hand off your photos and disappear. I'm here to help you give them a permanent place in your home, so they become the artwork your family treasures for generations.
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DESIGN & ORDERING
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After you've chosen your favorites, we'll design custom pieces together. Albums, framed prints, cards. These become the artwork that tells your family's story and lives in your home for generations. Your finished pieces will be ready for pickup at the studio within 6-8 weeks, or shipped to your home if you're out of town.
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What's included
2-3 Weeks After Your Session
Day of Your Session
THE REVEAL
2-4 Weeks Before Your Session
HAIR & MAKEUP
Custom Artwork for Your Home
STYLING & PLANNING
I offer family photography for Emerald Coast families, with studio sessions in Niceville for cake smash and milestone celebrations, and beach sessions at Henderson Beach State Park in Destin and Grayton Beach State Park on 30A. Families throughout Destin, Niceville, and 30A can choose whichever setting fits their celebration.
Destin Family Beach sessions
YOUR DESTIN FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER, AT HENDERSON BEACH AND GRAYTON BEACH
A Studio for Every Milestone
YOUR DESTIN FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER, FROM CRAWLS TO CAKE SMASH IN NICEVILLE
Featured GALLERIES
TINY GLIMPSES OF SESSIONS WITH YOUR DESTIN FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
A Big Family, All in One Place
Extended family session
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
Studio cake smash session
Small Family, Big Sand
family beach session
View my heirloom portfolio here
The OFFERINGS
2 Ways to work together
Creative Fees starting at $375*
The most elevated, full-service experience for families who want every detail thoughtfully handled, whether in the studio or on location.
The Signature Session
Full-Service Experience
*Artwork and digital files are invested separately at your ordering appointment after your session.
$1,200 All-Inclusive
An all-inclusive experience with every digital file included, for small families who prefer a DIY approach to prints and albums.
The Simplicity session
*limited availability*
*Creative fees do not include artwork or digital files. Digital-only packages are offered through the Simplicity Session Experience.
Creative fee $375*
The Signature
Session
For one chapter.
Extended Family Creative Fee | $600*
The Simplicity
Session
FOR THE ESSENTIALS
$1200 All-inclusive
Tiffany L.
She captured so many beautiful moments and smiles from my kids, even though they were being wild during the session. Not an easy task. She did an amazing job! It was such a nice touch to have access to the client's wardrobe and to have her eye for what would look good together. She is very detail-oriented and made sure it was a seamless process.
Tiffany L | Signature Beach Family Session
She captured so many beautiful moments and smiles from my kids, even though they were being wild during the session. Not an easy task. She did an amazing job! It was such a nice touch to have access to the client's wardrobe and to have her eye for what would look good together. She is very detail-oriented and made sure it was a seamless process.
It was such a nice touch to have access to the client's wardrobe...
Stacy W.
Stacy W. | Beach Session | Grayton Beach State Park
Andrea captured the absolute sweetest moments with my newborn son. She made the whole session feel comfortable and was patient and caring. It was such a relaxing experience working with her, and I’ll cherish these pictures for a lifetime.
Andrea does Amazing Photography! She captured the Most Memorable Pictures! She worked well with our Large Family! If you're looking for Beautiful Timeless Pictures, Book Her Now! She was Amazing from the Start, she had Great Knowledge of Colors & Advice on Outfits! She also has a Wide Variety of Outfits to choose from at her studio! ...
...she had Great Knowledge of Colors & Advice on Outfits!
Lindsey C.
Lindsey C. | Signature Beach family session
My husband & I went to Andrea when I had my son in June. Even through the pandemic she was very accommodating! She is by far my favorite photographer I’ve ever used! It was well worth the price. We will def be going back as soon as our new addition gets a little older. Thank you for the memories Andrea!!
This is the second time we used Andrea for our family photos, and they just keep getting better and better! Highly recommend!
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED...
Mary F.
Mary F | Signature Beach Session
Andrea is not only an amazing photographer, but just a genuinely sweet person and fabulous to work with. She made all of my baby girl’s newborn photo session dreams come true and then some! Her wardrobe selection is gorgeous and has choices for the whole family. Such a lifesaver! She also had a little kitchen for my toddler boys to play with while sissy was getting her pictures. Not to mention the album and end products were stunning. I could go on and on!
She is incredibly talented and will give you an experience you'll remember forever. My family and I did a beach session with her at the end of June and the photos are stunning! She takes the time to meet with you prior to the session to understand what your vision is and then she expertly plans it all out. She has an amazing client closet so you do not have to stress about the wardrobe. I highly recommend Andrea to anyone that wants beautiful, light and airy photos that you will cherish for a lifetime.
I wish I could give Andrea 100 stars!...
Christine S.
Christine S.| Signature Beach Family Session
She is the ultimate professional and so easy to get along with. She captured the most precious pictures of our baby boy after he was born, and he was calm and happy during the whole session. I would recommend Andrea to anyone wanting quality, timeless photos. We have since used her for family pics, a motherhood session, and our son’s one-year cake smash session. The pictures from these sessions are ones I will treasure forever...
We booked Andrea to capture our beach family session while on vacation in Destin. She was an absolute dream to work with and made the entire process easy and stress-free. Her virtual meetings ahead of time allowed me to have a great understanding of what to anticipate and prepare for our session. Our session turned out beautifully and exceeded my wildest dreams! I would highly recommend Andrea’s talents for bringing timeless family photography to life.
She was an absolute dream to work with and made the entire process easy.
what you can expect
As told by Past Clients
what you can expect
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Frequently
Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm here to make this easy for you. Below are the questions I hear most often.
This is exactly why I design sessions the way I do! I never force poses or make kids sit still. Instead, I guide your family through playful prompts and natural interactions that bring out genuine smiles and connection. Some of the sweetest photographs happen when kids are just being themselves—running, laughing, or exploring. Trust me, even the wiggliest toddlers create beautiful moments.
The best thing you can do is keep expectations relaxed and fun. Let your kids know you're going to play at the beach (or in the studio), and avoid phrases like "be good" or "sit still." Well-rested kids photograph better, so plan your session timing around naps if possible. Beyond that, I'll handle everything, from wardrobe styling, location planning, and gentle guidance throughout. Just show up ready to enjoy time together.
Absolutely! I love photographing multi-generational families. Extended family sessions capture precious moments between grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and everyone who makes your family complete. I'll photograph the full group, then break into smaller groups so everyone gets special portraits. Just let me know who's joining when you book so I can plan timing accordingly.
Most beach sessions take place at Henderson Beach State Park in Destin or Grayton Beach State Park along 30A. Both are stunning and offer that classic Emerald Coast look. I also photograph families in Fort Walton Beach and other coastal locations, depending on where you're staying. Studio sessions take place in my cozy Niceville studio, just a few minutes from the Mid-Bay Bridge. I'll help you find the perfect spot for your family's session.
Absolutely, this is one of my favorite things! Many of the families I photograph are visiting from out of state and want to bring a little piece of the Emerald Coast home with them. I'm experienced in coordinating sessions around vacation schedules, and I'll make the whole process as simple and stress-free as possible so your session feels like a natural part of your trip rather than one more thing to plan.
The Emerald Coast is beautiful year-round, but my most popular family session months are March through July and October through November, when the light is golden, the crowds are manageable, and the weather is just right. Fall is especially magical along 30A and at Grayton Beach. I book up quickly during peak vacation season, so I always recommend reaching out as early as you can.
For spring and summer sessions, especially if you're visiting Destin during peak season, I'd recommend booking two to three months in advance. Fall tends to fill up quickly, too. That said, I occasionally have openings on shorter notice, so it's always worth reaching out even if your trip is coming up soon.
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~ ERIN L.
Picking outfits from the studio wardrobe really took some pressure off.
~ Christine S.
Her virtual meetings ahead of time made me feel prepared.
~ Erin B.
She made me feel beautiful when I didn't feel my best.
