Hope you all had a great Labor Day weekend, and an even better summer. I took time off for a weekend “staycation” and relaxed with loved ones from New York City, Austin, Atlanta, Tampa and Orlando. I know we still have approximately four weeks to enjoy the beach and sun, but I am quite ready for fall.

Meet Kimberly and Justin, newlyweds from Alabama.

Every so often I come across a set of images that exude summery power. Such is the case with photos from today’s session. Kimberly came clad in a lovely, white sundress and you can see how the summer gods really blessed us with much of its sunny wonder. Here are a few of my golden picks.

After speaking to Brianne and her mom, Sonya, on the phone last week I knew this was going be an awesome senior session. Not only was Sonya a good sport about traveling with her daughter after having surgery the day before, but both ladies stopped by the studio on the way in to meet me. I enjoyed visiting with them and it really helped lend me insight into Brianne’s true character….a fun and sassy young lady! Despite Hurricane Claudette’s coming ashore she was dead set on sunset portraits so we hit my favorite spot on the beach near Pier Park. We climbed, jumped, ran and drew in the sand; Brianne was up for it all. We had a surprise visit from two dolphins, mid-shoot, which added some excitement to our evening.

Sonya was so sweet and I enjoyed having her there as acting wardrobe/assistant/cheerleader. I look forward to speaking to Sonya and Brianne again in the spring about graduation announcements.