Category: Couples

Cole + Rachel | A Surprise Beach Engagement in Perdido Key

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Some love stories have a way of coming full circle, and Cole and Rachel’s surprise engagement on the beautiful beaches of Perdido Key was one of those unforgettable moments!

Cole did an amazing job planning every little detail to make this evening extra special for Rachel. We had the honor of helping bring his vision to life by setting up a romantic beach picnic, complete with a beautiful “Will You Marry Me?” sign, a dozen stunning red roses, and a delicious charcuterie board.

But what made this proposal even sweeter was the special story behind it! During one of their first trips to Perdido Key, before they were even officially a couple, Cole wrote his initials, RCW, in the sand. Rachel spotted them and thought he was already imagining her initials with his last name! Little did she know that Cole’s first name was actually Russell, and they just happened to share those same initials. What started as a hilarious misunderstanding became a memory they would never forget.

Fast-forward to this beautiful evening, and those initials took on a whole new meaning! We were so excited to capture a special photo recreating that sweet memory, knowing that one day soon, RCW really will be Rachel’s initials!

From the heartfelt proposal to the sweet moments that followed, with each moment showing how much they are totally in love with each other, to a surprise fly over by our very own Blue Angels, it was definitely an evening so special and one to cherish for a lifetime! It was an absolute joy to capture this beautiful new chapter in their love story.

Congratulations, Cole and Rachel! Thank you for allowing Lashes and Lenses Photography to be part of such an incredibly special evening. We wish you both a lifetime of love, blessings and happily ever after!

A couple embraces on a sandy beach at sunset, surrounded by tall grasses. The woman is wearing a white dress, and the man is in a casual shirt and jeans.
A couple standing on a sandy beach, holding hands and gazing at each other. The man is wearing a white shirt and jeans, holding a bouquet of red roses. The woman is dressed in a white flowing dress. In the background, there are patches of grass and a blanket on the sand.
A couple on a beach, with the man kneeling and proposing to the woman, who looks surprised and happy. The scene includes a decorative sign that reads 'Will you marry me?' and flowers in the foreground.
A couple kissing on the beach, surrounded by flowers and a decorative sign that reads 'WILL you MARRY ME?'
A panoramic view of a sandy beach with green grasses and a clear sky, featuring two airplanes flying above, leaving vapor trails.
A couple sitting on a beach blanket, enjoying a romantic picnic with fruit and drinks, while the man tenderly touches the woman's face. In the background, a decorative sign reads 'Will you marry me?' surrounded by flowers.
A couple sharing a romantic moment on a beach, touching their foreheads together, surrounded by flowers and a 'Will you marry me?' sign.
A couple embracing on the beach at sunset, with the woman in a white dress and the man wearing a casual outfit. Beach grass surrounds them on the sandy shore.
A couple standing on a sandy beach at sunset, embracing each other closely while walking away from the camera.
A couple stands closely together on a sandy beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background. The man wears a casual white shirt and jeans, while the woman is dressed in a flowing white dress, both displaying a loving gaze.
A couple dancing on the beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background and a sandy shore.
A couple embracing on a beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background and soft sand beneath their feet.
A couple embracing joyfully on a sandy beach during sunset, with the ocean waves in the background.
A couple sitting on the beach, playfully drawing in the sand with their fingers. The setting captures a romantic moment near the water, with gentle waves in the background.
A close-up of hands clasped together above the sandy beach, with the initials 'RCW' written in the sand.
A couple shares a romantic moment on the beach at sunset, with the man lifting the woman in his arms while they kiss. In the sand, a heart shape is drawn, adding a personal touch to the scene.
A couple sitting on a beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background. The woman is wearing a flowing white dress, while the man is dressed in a white t-shirt and jeans. They are embracing each other affectionately.
A couple embraces on a beach at sunset, with the woman wearing a white dress and the man in a white t-shirt and blue jeans.
A couple sharing a romantic kiss on the beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background.
Black and white image of a couple embracing on a beach, with soft waves in the background and a romantic atmosphere.
A couple sharing a romantic kiss on the beach at sunset, the woman in a white dress holding a bouquet of red roses.

The Kubacak Family 2026

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It is always such a joy getting to spend an evening with the sweet Kubacak Family! One of my favorite parts of being a photographer is watching families grow and seeing how much the kiddos have changed since our last session. This evening was extra special because I finally got to meet precious baby Charlotte, who is absolutely adorable!

The evening was filled with so much laughter, love, and silliness! From flying through the air like airplanes to having their very own dance party and sneaking in a game of rock, paper, scissors behind Grandma and Grandpa, these kiddos kept everyone smiling!

It’s these sweet, playful moments that make family memories so special. What a blessing to capture another chapter in the Kubacak Family’s story and preserve memories they will treasure for years to come!

A family poses together on a sandy beach with grassy dunes in the background, wearing casual summer outfits. One adult holds a baby, while others smile at the camera.
A father joyfully lifts his young son into the air on a beach, with a cloudy sky and ocean in the background.
A family gathering on a beach, featuring adults and children interacting near the shoreline, with a cloudy sky overhead.
A woman and two young girls standing on the beach with waves gently crashing behind them. The woman is wearing a brown dress, holding one girl in a green outfit, while the other girl in a yellow dress stands beside them. The sky is cloudy and the scene conveys a cheerful family moment.
A family of five stands together on a beach with waves in the background. They are smiling and enjoying the moment, with two young girls on the left, a boy holding hands with an adult, and a baby being held by an elderly man in the center.
Four children playing on the beach, with the ocean waves in the background. Two girls smile while holding a toddler, who wears a striped outfit. The weather is cloudy.

The Crane Family | A Beach Full of Love & Laughter

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There’s never a dull moment when the whole family gets together, and the Crane family certainly proved that! From lots of laughter and silly moments to sweet memories shared between generations, this extended family beach session was filled with so much love and personality.

And there was even more to celebrate! One of the families had some exciting news to share, a sweet little one is on the way! What a special time to capture the entire family together as they celebrate this newest blessing.

We loved spending the evening with the Crane family, capturing the laughter, love, and memories they’ll cherish for years to come!

A family group photo taken on the beach, featuring adults and children standing on sand with dune grass in the background, under a cloudy sky.
A family of six poses together on a sandy beach with tall grass in the background, smiling and enjoying their time outdoors.
A family of four posing together on a sandy beach with green grass in the background. The parents are smiling, while the children embrace each other in front.
A family of four stands on a sandy beach, with tall grass in the background. The father holds a toddler in his arms while the older sibling, dressed in a white shirt, holds an ultrasound photo strip. The mother, who is visibly pregnant, wears a blue dress and smiles as they pose together.
A couple embracing on a sandy beach, surrounded by grass and under a cloudy sky.
Four children standing on a sandy beach, each holding a starfish, with grass-covered dunes in the background under a cloudy sky.
A joyful family gathering on the beach, with adults and children in colorful attire. The foreground features a couple smiling together, while the background showcases playful interactions among family members, including children playing in the sand and adults posing for photos.
A happy couple enjoys a playful moment at the beach, with the woman riding on the man's back. They are smiling against a backdrop of cloudy skies and ocean waves.
A family poses together on the beach, smiling at the camera. The group consists of adults and children, some in formal attire, with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background.
A woman and two children stand on a beach, with the ocean waves in the background under a cloudy sky.
A woman wearing a blue dress is holding two young boys on a sandy beach, with ocean waves and cloudy skies in the background.
A large group of family members posing joyfully on a beach, with ocean waves in the background. Some children are in white outfits, while adults wear casual summer clothing. The atmosphere is cheerful and playful.
A couple standing on the beach, sharing a kiss with waves in the background. The woman is wearing a blue dress and is cradling her baby bump, while the man is dressed in a light shirt and shorts.
A family of five stands on the beach with ocean waves in the background, dressed in summer attire. The group consists of two adults and three children, with the woman wearing a white dress and the man in a blue shirt.

The Pittman Family

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The Pittman Family was such a joy to photograph! It was so easy to see that their sweet girl is every beat of her mom and dad’s hearts, and she completely stole mine, too. Her personality, her smiles, and the love between the three of them made this session so special.

One of my favorite moments was watching her share a daddy-daughter dance on the beach under the full moon. It was one of those simple, beautiful moments that felt a little bit magical and made the perfect ending to their evening.

The Pittman Family made memories that will be cherished for years to come.

A family of three, including a father, mother, and daughter, smiling on a sandy beach during sunset. The father wears a blue shirt, the mother is dressed in a pink checked dress, and the daughter is in a pink dress, all standing amidst grass and sand.
A young girl in a pink dress standing on the beach with sand and grass in the background during sunset.
A family sitting on the beach at sunset, with a mother and father flanking their young daughter, all smiling and relaxed, surrounded by soft white sand and tall grass.
A couple sitting on the beach, smiling at each other, with sand and grass in the background and a pastel sunset sky.
A family of three walking hand in hand along a white sandy beach at sunset, with soft pastel colors in the sky.
A family of three stands on the beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background. The father is wearing a short-sleeve blue shirt and beige shorts, the mother is in a checkered dress, and the daughter is wearing a light pink dress. Soft pastel colors fill the sky.
A man and a young girl play by the shoreline during sunset, with waves gently lapping at the sand.
A happy woman and a young girl standing together on the beach, both wearing pink dresses, with gentle waves in the background and a pastel sunset sky.

Pate Baby Reveal | Perdido Key Beach Photography

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There’s nothing quite like capturing the excitement of a growing family!

We had such a wonderful evening with the Pate family at Johnson’s Beach in Perdido Key as they celebrated and documented the exciting news that their family is growing!

Between the beautiful Gulf backdrop, sweet moments together, and a few special details to help share their news, this baby reveal was such a joy to photograph.

Congratulations to the Pate family on this exciting new chapter! Thank you for choosing Lashes & Lenses Photography to capture such a special time. We hope these photographs become treasured memories that your family will cherish for generations to come.

Couple sharing a kiss on the beach while holding a baby onesie that says 'little answered prayer.'
A couple sitting on the beach, embracing each other, with soft waves and cloudy skies in the background.
A happy couple sitting on the beach, smiling and holding a baby onesie that says 'Just in time for hunting season.' They are surrounded by sand dunes and grass, with a cloudy sky and ocean in the background.
A couple standing on the beach, embracing each other with smiles, while holding a photo strip against their backs, surrounded by calm ocean waves and a cloudy sky.
A pregnant woman in a flowing turquoise dress walks along a sandy beach with gentle waves in the background.
A couple sharing a kiss on a beach, with the woman wearing a floral dress and the man holding her waist, surrounded by ocean waves and a cloudy sky.
A couple walking hand in hand on a sandy beach at sunset, surrounded by grass and dunes.

Waiting for Baby Lucas | Matt & Stephanie’s Maternity Session

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There is something so special about getting to capture a family as it grows! 🤍

It was such a joy to capture this beautiful maternity session for Matt & Stephanie as they prepare to welcome their precious baby boy, Lucas, in just a few short months. We had the honor of capturing so many special memories for them when they were expecting their first baby boy, Ryan, which made having him there for this chapter even sweeter.

Watching Ryan love on Mommy and be a part of celebrating his baby brother made the evening extra special. Baby Lucas is already surrounded by so much love, and we know Matt, Stephanie & Ryan simply cannot wait to welcome him into their family!

They spent this beautiful fall evening making memories together that they will cherish for a lifetime, and we feel so blessed to have been there to capture another special chapter in their family’s story. 

Charity + Chris’s Surprise Engagement

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What Charity thought was going to be a sweet couples session turned into a moment she will remember forever! 💍🤍

Chris had something much bigger planned… a surprise proposal! He wanted every detail to feel extra special and completely personal to Charity, so Aunt Pat designed a gorgeous backdrop tailored to everything she loves, creating the perfect setting for Chris to ask the most important question.

And, of course, she said YES!

There was so much love between these two and so many sweet moments to capture. From the excitement of that first “yes,” to laughter, dancing, lots of hugs and kisses, and simply soaking in the beginning of this beautiful new chapter together—it was such a special evening!

Chris and Charity also made wishes on a keepsake starfish ornament that they’ll hang on their very first Christmas tree together. And to end the evening, Aunt Pat gifted them a keepsake jar filled with sand and shells from Johnson’s Beach—a little piece of the place where their forever officially began.

Congratulations, Chris & Charity! We are so thankful you trusted Lashes & Lenses Photography to capture such an unforgettable moment in your love story. Here’s to a lifetime of love, laughter, dancing, and many more beautiful memories together! 🤍

Best Friends Session

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Best friends, boyfriends, and a lifetime of memories!

These two have grown up side by side, with families who are best friends too, making this session extra special. And of course, we had to include their boyfriends for a few photos, who just happen to be best friends themselves!

So many years of friendship, laughter, and memories, captured during a beautiful evening on the beaches of Perdido Key. It doesn’t get much sweeter than this!

The Boone Family and Engagement

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The Boone family’s beach session turned into a night they will never forget! 🤍💍

Sweet Arianna thought she was simply enjoying family photos on the beach, but Brock had a very special surprise planned! She was completely surprised when he got down on one knee and asked her to spend forever with him.

What started as a beautiful evening with family turned into one of the most special nights of Arianna’s life, and we were so honored to capture every bit of the surprise, excitement, and love!

Congratulations, Arianna & Brock! 💍🤍 Here’s to forever!

A family posing together on a beach during sunset, surrounded by sand and grass. They are standing side by side, smiling, with a soft glow from the setting sun in the background.
A woman in a brown top and floral skirt is surprised and smiling as a man kneels in front of her on a sandy beach at sunset.
A woman is surprised with a proposal on the beach as her partner kneels with a ring. The setting sun casts a warm glow over the scene.
A person kneeling on the beach proposes to another person, who is smiling in surprise, as the sun sets in the background.
A couple embracing on a beach, with the woman wearing a straw hat and the man in a white shirt. The background features sandy dunes and a blue sky.
A couple walking hand in hand along a sandy beach at sunset, with the ocean visible in the background and a colorful sky overhead.
A couple embracing on a beach, with the ocean in the background and a cloudy sky. The woman smiles at the man, who is wearing a straw hat.
Close-up of two hands reaching out to each other on a beach, one hand wearing a ring.
A couple embracing on a beach at sunset, with the ocean in the background and soft waves lapping at the shore.
A couple embracing on the beach, enjoying the ocean view under a blue sky with soft clouds.
A group of four people standing on a beach, smiling at the camera with the ocean in the background. They are dressed casually, with two women in dresses and two men in shirts and jeans.

Sandy and Kevin’s 50th Anniversary

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What an incredible honor it was to capture Sandy & Kevin as they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at beautiful Johnson’s Beach!

Every detail of their session had such a special meaning. Sandy & Kevin had beautiful new rings made especially to celebrate their 50 years of marriage, a symbol of five decades of love, commitment, memories, and a life built together.

And Sandy’s gorgeous green dress held a sweet story of its own. She chose green because that’s the color she was wearing the very first time she and Kevin met all those years ago! How precious is that?!

Of course, Aunt Pat helped make their celebration even more personal with a special 50th anniversary sign created just for them.

Fifty years together is something truly worth celebrating, and we loved getting to capture this beautiful milestone for Sandy & Kevin. From the meaningful little details to the love they still so clearly share, their evening was a beautiful reminder of just how special a lifetime of love can be.

Happy 50th Anniversary, Sandy & Kevin! Here’s to the beautiful memories you’ve made over the past five decades and all those still to come! 

A couple standing closely on a sandy beach at sunset, with the woman in a green dress and the man in a pink shirt.
A couple walking hand in hand along a sandy beach, illuminated by soft sunlight, with dune grass in the background.
A happy couple embraces each other on a beach, with greenery in the background and sunlight creating a warm atmosphere.
A couple sitting on the beach during sunset, surrounded by soft white sand and grass, gazing affectionately at each other.
An elderly couple celebrating their 50th anniversary on the beach, standing close together with smiles. A decorative sign reading 'Happy 50th Anniversary' is set up nearby, adorned with flowers and shells.
A couple celebrating their 50th anniversary on the beach, embracing and sharing a kiss in front of a decorated sign that reads 'Happy 50th Anniversary'.
An older couple stands together on a beach, with the ocean in the background and tall grass swaying beside them. The man is wearing a light pink shirt and beige shorts, while the woman is dressed in a green dress.
An older couple dancing joyfully on the beach during sunset, with waves gently crashing in the background.
Couple celebrating their 50th anniversary sitting on the beach beside a decorated sign, with flowers and lanterns around.