There’s just something about the smell of the salty air and the sound of the waves crashing that instantly soothe the soul. There’s a reason people vacation at the beach- to relax, unwind and be free. Let’s tell the story of your family as it is today, in this moment, through beautiful, real, emotional imagery at the most beautiful place on earth. Your family deserves to be documented and recorded because- as a mom of 2 young girls- I’ve witnessed 1st hand that this precious life really is fleeting. What you were certain was permanently tucked away in your memory forever slowly becomes less vivid, and only when you come across images, or pull up old videos, do those feelings come rushing back. I never want to forget the vivacious personality and seemingly endless grin of my oldest or the warm and genuinely heart felt hugs of my youngest. What is it that holds a special place in your heart? Beach photo sessions are the perfect way to capture your family in the most relaxed and carefree way. Our beach photo sessions are not your typical “stand and smile!” photos. We’ll frolic along the beach, splash in the water and chase the setting (or rising!) sun all while spending priceless time with your loved ones.
My greatest joy in life is my family. They inspire me as an artist and a human. My camera is never far behind because I’m just not willing to miss a memory with them. I bet when you look back at your family photos you feel the same way. Why? Because every moment matters. The beautiful, the mundane, the happy, the sad. They’re all patchworks in the quilts of our amazing lives.
Having several generations together all at once is special. And usually, it’s rare. On the serendipitous occasion that your family is all together- from babies to children, adult children to great grandparents- there is never a more meaningful time to document your loved ones. And even if your family is made up of friends that feel like family, take the photos. Remember the moments. Have something tangible to share so that you can be with them even when you can’t.
Newly engaged, proposing or announcing a pregnancy? Interested in a quaint small wedding or elopement on the beach? Or just awesome and in love? Some of my favorite photographs are of my husband and I because even after 15 years of marriage, he’s still the one. Love is amazing, isn’t it?
“Sometimes when you pick up your child you can feel the map of your own bones beneath your hands, or smell the scent of your skin in the nape of his neck. This is the most extraordinary thing about motherhood – finding a piece of yourself separate and apart that all the same you could not live without.”
– Jodi Picoult
There’s truly no place like home. You’ve planted your roots there and now created a safe nurturing spot for your babies. It’s where you’ve fed, rocked, sang, and comforted their sweet souls, and where you’ll create memories upon memories. It is the perfect place to document the beginning of your new life as a family, where you’ll weave the intricate and beautiful tapestry of your story. We’ll capture the feedings, changings, snuggles and all of the beautiful everyday moments that only come with the gift of bringing a new sweet baby home.
Amanda James Photography is a Wilmington, NC lifestyle family and baby photographer. Based in Oak Island, NC, we also offer authentic and artful beach family photography for those that love photography and value capturing life’s real moments. Please email us @ info@amandajamesphotography.com or give us a call @ 704-576-5820 to schedule your session. We are also available for travel.