Preserving Palafox

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So thankful to have done a series of photos of Palafox Street at night in downtown Pensacola. Little did I know that there was a major renovation coming in 2026. This image captures one of those timeless evenings on Palafox, before the street begins its next chapter of transformation. Moments like this remind us how quickly familiar scenes become memories, and how important it is to preserve them.

This signed and numbered canvas is now available at Perdido Artist Gallery & Gifts, offering a tangible piece of downtown Pensacola as it once was.

Whether Palafox holds memories of evenings spent with family, laughter with dear friends, or simple moments along the way, this photograph holds those memories close, to be remembered for all the tomorrows.

Night view of Palafox Street in downtown Pensacola, adorned with festive lights and vibrant buildings, capturing a warm and nostalgic atmosphere.

The Spangler Family over the Years

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One of the greatest gifts of being a family photographer is watching relationships grow—not just within families, but between families and the people who photograph them. Between 2021 and 2025, we’ve had the absolute joy of photographing the same incredible family at least six times, and somewhere along the way, they became so much more than clients, they became friends.

From our very first session together, there was an ease and trust that you can’t manufacture. Each time we met, it felt less like a photoshoot and more like catching up, laughing, sharing stories, watching the girls grow taller, braver, and more confident right before our eyes. Those moments are the heartbeat of what we do at Lashes and Lenses Photography.

Over the years, we’ve captured milestone moments and quiet in‑between ones. We’ve documented changing seasons, growing personalities, and the beautiful, imperfect connections that make a family uniquely theirs. Looking back through their galleries feels like flipping through a living scrapbook—proof that time really does move fast, but photographs have the power to slow it down. To capture a moment in time and put it in a time capsule.

What makes families like this so special to us is the trust they place in our vision, year after year. They show up as themselves, knowing they don’t need to perform or pose perfectly. They allow us into their story, and that is something we never take lightly.

This family represents everything we love about long‑term photography relationships: consistency, connection, and genuine care. We treasure them deeply and are endlessly grateful that they continue to choose Lashes and Lenses to document their lives and their special vacation memories.

To our returning families—thank you. You remind us why we do what we do, and why photographs matter so much. We can’t wait to see where the next chapter takes you, and we’re honored to be there, camera in hand, when it does.

A happy family of four poses together on the beach during sunset, with the father holding one child while the mother embraces the other, surrounded by tall grass and a colorful sky.
A family enjoying a beach day, with a father holding a toddler and a mother holding hands with a young girl. The setting features a serene ocean backdrop and a colorful sunset sky.
A family of four posing together on a beach during sunset, with a father holding his younger daughter and a mother embracing her older daughter. The scene captures joyful expressions and a warm, intimate moment.
A father holding his young daughter while she plays with bubbles on a beach during sunset, surrounded by sandy dunes and grass.
Two young girls walking hand in hand on a sandy beach pathway, with the ocean in the background. One girl carries a small white bucket.
A family of four poses together on a sandy beach at sunset, with green grass in the background. The father stands holding one daughter, while the mother cradles the other daughter. Everyone is smiling, capturing a joyful moment.
A large family group poses together on a beach at sunset, smiling and standing on the sand with the ocean in the background. They are dressed in casual summer clothing, and the sky has soft pink and blue hues.
A joyful family portrait on the beach, capturing a father holding one daughter on his shoulders while the other daughter stands beside him. The mother smiles at them, all dressed in coordinated casual outfits against a serene ocean backdrop.
Two young girls walking hand in hand on a wooden boardwalk, each carrying a colorful bucket.
A family of four poses on a beach, sitting on a blanket. Two young girls wear colorful outfits, while their parents smile at the camera. The ocean and beach grass are in the background under a cloudy sky.
A mother and her two daughters smiling together on a beach, with gentle waves in the background.
Two girls sitting on the sand at the beach, smiling and looking at the camera, with tall grass and the ocean in the background.
A happy family of four poses together on a beach at sunset, with tall grass in the foreground and the ocean in the background. The father holds one daughter, while the mother embraces the other, creating a warm and loving atmosphere.
A family of four standing on the beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background. The parents are smiling while holding their daughters, who are playfully embracing them.

Just Engaged Over the Holidays? Let’s Capture This Season of Love

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If you said “Yes!” over the holidays, congratulations! 💍 There’s something extra special about holiday engagements — the joy, the family gatherings, the sparkle in the air, and the excitement of beginning a new chapter together.

Before wedding planning fully takes over, this is the perfect time to schedule your engagement photos — and at Lashes and Lenses Photography, we specialize in capturing authentic love stories in a way that feels natural, timeless, and uniquely you.

A couple sitting on the beach, sharing a kiss in front of a 'MARRY ME' sign, surrounded by sand and greenery, creating a romantic engagement scene.

Why Engagement Photos Matter

Your engagement session is more than just a photo shoot. These images will be used for:

  • Save-the-dates and wedding announcements
  • Your wedding website
  • Home décor and keepsakes

Most importantly, engagement photos freeze this joyful, in-between season — when you’re newly engaged and dreaming about the future together.

A couple stands on a sandy beach surrounded by roses and candles, capturing a romantic moment during sunset.

What Makes Lashes and Lenses Engagement Sessions Different

At Lashes and Lenses Photography, we believe the best photos happen when you feel relaxed and connected. Our engagement sessions are designed to be:

📸 Comfortable & Fun

Our engagement sessions are relaxed and enjoyable, allowing you to focus on one another while we take care of the rest. With thoughtful guidance and a natural approach, we create an atmosphere where genuine moments unfold effortlessly — resulting in images that feel authentic, joyful, and true to your relationship.

🌿 Location-Focused & Meaningful

Location plays a key role in telling your love story, and we’re proud to photograph many engagement sessions in some of the most beautiful coastal settings along the Gulf Coast. From the soft white sands and rolling dunes of Perdido Key to the untouched shoreline and stunning sunsets at Johnson’s Beach, these locations offer a timeless, romantic backdrop that never feels staged.

As a natural light photographer, we intentionally schedule sessions during the most beautiful light of the day — allowing the colors, textures, and emotions to shine organically. The result is imagery that feels warm, airy, and authentic, capturing not just how your engagement looks, but how it feels.

Whether you’re drawn to peaceful beach walks, golden-hour glow, or a quiet moment by the water, we help choose a location that reflects your relationship and enhances the natural beauty of your connection.

❤️ Authentic & Timeless

Our style focuses on real moments — laughter, soft glances, and genuine emotion — creating images you’ll love now and decades from now.

A joyful couple embracing on a beach at sunset, with the ocean in the background, celebrating their engagement.

Perfect Timing for Holiday Engagements

Couples who get engaged over the holidays often book engagement sessions in the months following their proposal — and dates fill quickly. Scheduling early ensures you:

  • Secure your preferred season and location
  • Have images ready for announcements and save-the-dates
  • Build a relationship with your photographer before your wedding day

Your engagement session is often the first step in telling your wedding story — and we’d be honored to be part of it.

A close-up of a couple's hands holding a bouquet, showcasing an engagement ring on one hand, set against a beach background.

Let’s Tell Your Love Story

From intimate moments to joyful laughter, Lashes and Lenses Photography is passionate about capturing love in its truest form. If you’re newly engaged and ready to document this exciting season, we’d love to work with you.

👉 Learn more about our engagement sessions here:
https://lashesandlenses.com/engagements-and-weddings/engagements/

💍 Just engaged? Let’s create images that celebrate your love — beautifully, naturally, and authentically.

The Lawrence Family

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There’s something truly special about photographing family on the beach—especially when it brings two sisters and their families together in one beautiful place.

This sweet family’s session was filled with warmth, connection, and the kind of love that only family can share. With soft sand underfoot and the gentle Gulf waves behind them, these two sisters stood hand in hand, surrounded by their growing families. Laughter came easily, the kids made wishes on starfish, and the parents had their moments together as well. They made memories that beautiful December evening that they will all treasure for generations to come! 

A family standing on the beach at sunset, holding hands and smiling. The group consists of four adults and three children, dressed in casual and semi-formal attire.
Three children sitting on a log at the beach during sunset, smiling and posing for the camera. The scene features tall grass in the background and a soft sandy foreground.
A young boy wearing a light sweater holds a small starfish while standing on a sandy beach at sunset, with tall grass in the background.
A family of three walking hand in hand along a sandy beach at sunset, with grass-covered dunes in the background.
A girl and boy standing on a sandy beach at sunset, both smiling. The girl has long brown hair and wears a light blue floral dress, while the boy wears a plaid shirt and jeans.
A smiling boy wearing a white sweater stands on a sandy beach, with sunlight in the background and grass in the foreground.
A couple stands on a sandy beach during sunset, with gentle grass in the background. The woman is wearing a light blue dress and the man is in a light sweater, both smiling at each other.
Two children standing on a sandy beach at sunset, holding seashells. The boy wears a plaid shirt and the girl is in a floral dress, both looking down at their hands.
Two women standing on a beach at sunset, smiling and posing for the camera. The ocean reflects the soft colors of the sky.
A family of four stands on the beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background. The group includes a man, a woman in a blue dress, a girl in a floral dress, and a boy in a plaid shirt. They are barefoot and smiling, capturing a joyful moment together.
A couple stands together on a sandy beach at sunset, with the ocean waves gently lapping at their feet.
Three children standing on the beach during sunset, with gentle waves in the background.

The Carroll Family

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If I could name this sweet session I would call it “Sugar and Spice and everything nice”! These adorable little girls are every beat of all their hearts and completely have mine now! The girls loved making wishes on their starfish and having a bubble blowing party. They all had so much fun together!  They made memories that beautiful December evening that they will all treasure for generations to come! 

A family of six poses together on a sandy beach at sunset, wearing matching blue floral shirts. The group includes adults and children, with two young girls in light blue dresses. The scene captures a warm, cheerful atmosphere with the ocean in the background.
A family portrait on the beach during sunset, featuring a man sitting on a log with two young girls in matching light blue dresses and a woman in a white dress beside them.
Two young girls in matching light blue dresses standing on a sandy beach at sunset, surrounded by grass and gentle waves in the background.
A woman and two girls stand on a sandy beach during sunset, all wearing light blue dresses. The woman has curly red hair and smiles at the camera.
Two women stand together on a beach during sunset, wearing denim shirts and light skirts, smiling at the camera with the ocean in the background.
Two girls in light blue dresses holding hands while walking on a beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background.
A family walking hand in hand along a sandy beach at sunset, wearing matching blue outfits.
Two young girls in light blue dresses stand on a sandy beach, smiling at the camera with the ocean and sunset in the background.
A young girl in a light blue dress stands on a sandy beach with gentle waves in the background during a pastel-colored sunset.
A family portrait on the beach at sunset, featuring six members dressed in casual tropical-themed outfits, with two young girls in light blue dresses.
A smiling young girl wearing a light blue dress stands on a beach with gentle waves in the background.

The Extended Henderson Family 2025

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It’s always such a joy for me when I get to spend the evening with the sweet Henderson family! This time was extra special because I was able to meet their extended family. They had so much fun together on that very special evening. They made memories on that beautiful evening that they will cherish for a lifetime. 

A group of family members standing together on a sandy beach, smiling and dressed in casual attire. The scene features both adults and children, with green grass and a clear sky in the background.
A family portrait showing two adults and four children sitting together on a beach, with grass in the background and a log in front.
Four children playing on a sandy beach during sunset, with gentle dunes in the background.
A family of six posing together on a sandy beach, wearing colorful clothing. The group includes two adults, three children, and a grandmother, smiling warmly at the camera.
A woman and a young girl are smiling at the camera while standing on a sandy beach under a pastel sky.
A family portrait on the beach, featuring adults and children sitting on the sand with grass in the background, enjoying a sunset.
A couple stands together on a sandy beach during sunset, smiling at the camera. The woman wears a pink top and floral pants, while the man is dressed in a blue shirt and jeans.
A cheerful family portrait on the beach, consisting of adults and children, all dressed in light, casual clothing, with a scenic background of sand and ocean.
A joyful child in a pink dress playing on a sandy beach, with a gentle smile and holding a purple object.

Happy Thanksgiving from Lashes and Lenses Photography!

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As we gather for this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to say thank you to all of our wonderful clients, families, and friends. Whether we’ve captured your beach vacation, your family milestones, or your once-in-a-lifetime moments, we are truly honored to be part of your story.

Your trust, smiles, and support mean the world to us. Because of you, we get to do what we love every single day—create beautiful memories that will last a lifetime.

We wish you and your loved ones a warm, joyful, and blessed Thanksgiving. May your day be filled with laughter, love, and moments that are picture-perfect. 📸✨

With gratitude,
Lashes and Lenses Photography

Three decorative pumpkins in vibrant colors with the word 'Grateful' displayed, set against a beach backdrop with ocean waves and a clear blue sky.

The Ferguson Family Christmas Mini

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It’s always such a joy for me when I get to spend the evening with the sweet Ferguson family! They had so much fun together on that very special evening hanging candy canes on the Christmas tree, going for a sled ride through the sand, and lots of snuggles. They made memories on that beautiful evening that they will cherish for a lifetime. 

A woman and a young boy sitting on a red and white checkered blanket on a beach, with a decorated Christmas tree and sled nearby, during sunset.
A woman and a child decorating a small Christmas tree on the beach, with a red and white checkered blanket spread on the sand.
A young boy sitting on a red and white checkered blanket on the beach, smiling in front of a decorated Christmas tree with candy canes and pine cones.
A woman in a black top and maroon skirt is playfully pulling a sled with a smiling boy dressed in green on a beach during sunset.
A woman and a young boy sitting on a wooden sled on a white sandy beach, with the ocean and a soft sunset in the background.
A smiling child holding a starfish on a sandy beach during sunset.
A mother and her son share a joyful moment on the beach during sunset, with the mother smiling and holding her son who is looking up at her.
A woman kisses a young boy on the cheek while standing on a beach at sunset, showcasing a joyful moment between them.
A woman and a child joyfully walking hand in hand along a sandy beach at sunset, with soft waves in the background and colorful clouds in the sky.

The Pittman Family

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This session was all about their precious little boy who is every beat of their hearts and completely stole mine! He had so much fun at the beach, playing in the water, blowing bubbles with Mommy & Daddy and swinging through the air! They made memories that beautiful fall evening out on Johnson’s Beach that they will treasure for a lifetime! 

A family walking on the beach at sunset, holding hands. A young boy is being swung joyfully by his parents on the sand, with the ocean in the background.
A young child with blonde hair playing on the beach during sunset, looking back at the camera with a joyful expression.
A family portrait at the beach during sunset, featuring a joyful child being held by his parents, with the ocean in the background.
A mother kisses her smiling young son at the beach during sunset, with waves in the background.
A young boy stands on the beach, smiling while water gently washes around his feet, with a serene ocean and pastel sky in the background.
A family enjoying a peaceful moment on the beach at sunset, with a father and mother lovingly interacting with their young son, who is sitting on the sand, all against a serene ocean backdrop.
A family of three sits on the beach during sunset, with the parents leaning in to interact with their young son, who is smiling and playing in the sand.
A family walks hand-in-hand along a beach at sunset, with soft waves in the background and golden light illuminating the scene.
A child holding hands with both parents while walking along the beach.
A family of three enjoying a sunset at the beach, with a smiling little boy being held by his father while his mother stands next to them.
A young boy standing at the edge of the water at the beach, playing as waves gently splash around his feet.

2025 Christmas Mini Sessions with Lashes and Lenses Photography

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🎄✨ 2025 Christmas Mini Sessions with Lashes and Lenses Photography ✨🎄

Promotional graphic for Christmas Mini Sessions by Lashes and Lenses Photography at Johnson's Beach, Perdido Key, featuring three images of families enjoying beach portraits. The schedule and pricing details are included.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year — and the perfect time to capture those golden holiday memories! 🌅📸

Our Christmas Mini Sessions will be held at the beautiful Johnson’s Beach, Perdido Key, right before sunset when the light is soft, warm, and magical.

📅 Available Dates:

  • November 8, 15, 22
  • December 6, 13, 20

Each session includes:
🎁 10 hand-edited, high-resolution digital images
📬 Delivered through a private online gallery
🖨️ Access to our Professional Printing Company for stunning, high-quality prints and gorgeous custom Christmas cards — all conveniently available through your gallery!

✨ Total Cost: $245 ✨

These sessions book up fast each year, so don’t wait! Capture your family’s Christmas joy with beautiful beach light and timeless portraits you’ll treasure forever.

📸 Message us today to reserve your date!

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