Ocean City Family Photography | Raup Family

family of five pose on the beach in ocean city new jersey for their family photos

There is no better setting for family photos than the beach. When the Raup family suggested their beloved Ocean City, NJ, for this year’s session, I was only too happy to oblige! Now, I am not a beach person for the most part. I burn incredibly easily and have a hard time sitting and doing nothing. It seems like a lot of work to me, only to come home burnt, bored, and covered in sand. However, I will photograph portraits at the beach every day! The low contrast, even light, and soft color pallet make the perfect setting for portraits.

It’s very hard to believe that I have been photographing the Raup family for a few years now. It’s such an honor to document a family over the years as they grow. This session is hands down one of my favorites. We had cloudy skies, an empty beach, and so much fun. Here are some of my favorites!

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Cape May Family Photography | Padilla Family | Allie Skylar Photography

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Earlier this month, I was able to spend a week at the beach with a family I babysit for.  I don’t usually go to the beach, and have only ever been to Cape May for a couple of hours before.  It was such a lovely week away and I loved showing the kids how to use my camera.  Plus, sunset on the beach is incredibly dreamy and perfect.

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