The Mills | A Love Worth Capturing

November 12, 2026November 12, 2026Leave a comment

Nearly 30 years of marriage and a love story still worth celebrating!

When Angela reached out about scheduling a beach session with her husband, she shared something that made this session extra special. Although they had taken family photos with their children over the years, they hadn’t had professional portraits of just the two of them since they were married nearly 30 years ago!

We loved getting to spend an evening with the Mills on the beautiful beaches of Perdido Key, capturing their laughter, sweet smiles, and those little moments that tell the story of a love that has grown through the years.

It was such a joy to give these two a chance to step in front of the camera together again. Here’s to nearly 30 years of marriage and many more beautiful memories ahead!

Couple holding hands while walking on a sandy beach surrounded by dunes

Smiling couple embracing barefoot on a sandy beach at sunset

Couple posing together on a sandy beach at sunset

Couple sitting together on white beach sand dunes at sunset

Couple walking hand in hand on a white sandy beach at sunset

Couple embracing and smiling on a sandy beach beside the ocean at sunset

The Putz Family

October 30, 2026Leave a comment

There is something so special about extended families coming together for a beach vacation! Cousins, aunts, uncles, Grandma, and Grandpa all sharing laughter, love, and making wonderful memories together.

The Putz family certainly knows how to have fun! From playful moments in the sand to splashing in the waves, their evening was filled with so much joy and laughter. And those adorable children? It is easy to see they are the absolute heartbeat of this family!

With the golden glow of the setting sun, gentle waves, and beautiful fall weather, it was the perfect evening to celebrate the love that connects generations.

These are the moments that make family vacations so special and the memories that will be treasured for generations to come!

A family of nine poses together on a sandy beach during sunset, with some children in light clothing and others in casual summer attire.

A family of six standing together on a beach, with grass-covered sand dunes in the background. The group includes two adults and four children, all smiling and dressed in casual summer clothing.

Four children walking on a sandy beach during sunset, holding hands and enjoying the moment.

A family of four posing on a sandy beach, with tall grass in the background. The father is holding one child while the mother stands beside him, holding another child. They are all smiling and dressed in casual summer attire.

Four children holding hands on a sandy beach during sunset, with green grass in the background.

A father and two sons playing catch with a blue ball on a sandy beach during sunset.

Two young girls sitting on white sand, surrounded by grass. One girl is smiling and wearing a blue checkered outfit, while the other girl is in a striped blue and white outfit.

Four children sitting on the white sand beach, with grass-covered dunes in the background, during a bright day.

A father playfully interacts with his two children on a sandy beach during sunset. The children are joyfully leaning against him as they share a fun moment.

Two young boys holding hands on the beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background.

A family walking hand-in-hand along a beach at sunset, with the ocean waves in the background and soft sand underfoot.

Two young children playing at the beach during sunset, with gentle waves lapping at their feet. One child is wearing a striped outfit and gazing down, while the other is dressed in a checkered outfit.

Two boys holding hands and playing in the shallow waves at the beach during sunset.

Sarah and Landon’s Couples Session

October 30, 2026Leave a comment

There’s something so special about capturing love in the beautiful golden glow of a coastal sunset! Sarah and Landon shared a picture-perfect evening on the beaches of Perdido Key, surrounded by soft golden sunlight, gently rolling waves, and a refreshing coastal breeze.

From sweet kisses to genuine laughter and those little in-between moments, it was easy to see how much these two enjoy being together. Their session was filled with warmth, happiness, and so much love!

We even had the pleasure of welcoming Sarah’s mom for a few special photos, making the evening that much more memorable.

What a beautiful evening celebrating love, family, and the sweet moments that become cherished memories for years to come!

A couple walking hand in hand on a sandy beach at sunset, surrounded by grass dunes.

A couple sharing a kiss on a sandy beach, surrounded by gentle grass in the background during sunset.

A couple on a beach at sunset, with the man holding the woman's hand as they enjoy a playful moment together. The woman is wearing a white dress, and the man is in a white shirt and khaki shorts.

Two women smiling and embracing on a sandy beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background.

A couple sitting on the beach at sunset, smiling and gazing at each other, with soft waves in the background and grass on the sand.

A couple walking hand in hand on a sandy beach during sunset, with a tranquil ocean in the background and soft pastel skies.

A happy couple embraces on the beach at sunset, with a soft pastel sky and gentle waves in the background.

A couple walking hand-in-hand along the beach during sunset, with soft waves lapping at their feet and a pastel sky in the background.

A family poses together on a beach during sunset, with gentle waves in the background and a pastel sky.

A couple standing on a beach at sunset, sharing a loving moment with the ocean in the background.

Baley & Luke | A Sweet Fall Couples Session

October 26, 2026Leave a comment

There is something so special about getting to capture another chapter in a couple’s love story! We first had the honor of photographing Baley and Luke during their surprise engagement, so we were thrilled to have them back in front of our camera during their fall vacation!

It was such a joy to photograph these two again! From the sweet moments to the genuine laughter in between, it is so evident how deeply Baley and Luke love one another and how much fun they have together. Their happiness is simply contagious!

One of our favorite images from their session is of Baley and Luke walking hand in hand toward the water, leaving their footprints in the sand. It brings to mind the beautiful poem Footprints in the Sand, a reminder that we never walk through life alone. Through every season, both the joyful moments and the difficult ones, Jesus is walking beside us, and when the journey becomes too difficult, He carries us. What a beautiful reminder as these two continue their journey together!

Baley and Luke, thank you for allowing us to capture another beautiful season of your story. We loved seeing you both again and hope to photograph many more special memories in the years to come!

A couple stands together on the beach, smiling at the camera. The woman wears a cozy brown sweater and light blue wide-leg pants, while the man is dressed in a green long-sleeve top and jeans. They are surrounded by soft sand and gentle grass in the background, with a warm golden light from the setting sun.

A couple sitting on a sandy beach at sunset, smiling and gazing at each other. The woman is wearing a tan sweater and light blue jeans, while the man is in a green sweater and blue jeans. Soft grass is visible in the background.

A young couple standing on a sandy beach at sunset, gazing at each other with smiles. The woman has long hair and wears a brown sweater, while the man has red hair and glasses, dressed in a green shirt. They are holding hands and surrounded by beach grass.

A couple walking hand-in-hand along a sandy beach at sunset, leaving footprints in the sand.

A couple embracing and kissing on the beach at sunset, barefoot on the sandy shore with gentle waves in the background.

A couple playfully dancing on the beach, holding hands and smiling at each other during sunset.

A young couple standing on a beach at sunset, smiling and embracing each other. The woman is wearing a brown sweater and light blue flared jeans, while the man is dressed in a green long-sleeve shirt and blue jeans. The ocean waves are visible in the background.

A joyful couple embracing on the beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background.

The Pittman Family 2026

October 26, 2026Leave a comment

One of the sweetest parts of being a photographer is having the opportunity to welcome families back year after year! It was such a joy to have the Pittman Family in front of my camera again after capturing their precious memories in 2025.

It is amazing how much their sweet little boy has grown in just one year! His adorable personality, contagious smiles, and the special bond he shares with Mommy and Daddy made this session so much fun. The love this family has for one another shines through in every moment!

Watching little ones grow and being able to capture these special chapters in a family’s story is truly such a blessing. Thank you, Pittman Family, for trusting us once again with your beautiful memories!

A family of three sitting on the beach, with the ocean in the background. The father is wearing a light shirt and shorts, the mother is in a patterned dress, and their young child is in a white top. They are posed together on the sand with grass and dunes around them.

Young child sitting on the beach, smiling, wearing a white shirt with a collar and brown shorts, surrounded by sand and grass.

A young child smiling and holding hands with an adult on a sandy beach, with grass and a bright sky in the background.

A family walking on a beach at sunset, with a woman and a man holding hands with a child swinging between them, surrounded by sandy dunes.

A family of three at the beach, with a mother holding hands with her son seated on the father's shoulders. The mother is wearing a floral dress, while the father is in a polo shirt and shorts. The background features a sandy beach and a clear sky.

A family of three stands together on a beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background. The father is wearing a light blue shirt and khaki shorts, holding his young son, who is wearing a white shirt. The mother is wearing a brown patterned dress, smiling at the camera.

The Gaines Family

October 21, 2026Leave a comment

There is something so special about extended families getting to vacation together and create memories that will last a lifetime! The Gaines Family sure knows how to have fun, and their session was filled with so much laughter, love, and joy! Each family member’s unique personality shone through in every picture, making their time together even more special. It was such a joy capturing the love they share, the fun they have together, and all those sweet moments that will be cherished for years to come!

A large family portrait on the beach at sunset, featuring adults and children in casual clothing, smiling together amidst a sandy landscape with grass.

A group of five children sitting on a sandy beach, with a grassy dune in the background. The children are smiling and dressed casually, enjoying a sunny day.

A large family walking hand-in-hand along a sandy beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background.

A joyful family gathering on the beach at sunset, featuring adults and children playing, lifting each other, and smiling, with the ocean in the background.

A large family portrait on a sandy beach at sunset, featuring multiple adults and children, all dressed in varying shades of light summer attire, with the ocean and a colorful sky in the background.

A family of eight poses on the beach during sunset, with children smiling and a couple holding a baby. The ocean is visible in the background, and the sand is white.

A group of six women and children stand together on a beach at sunset, smiling and dressed in modest, colorful attire.

Group of four men playfully interacting on a beach during sunset, with a young boy watching nearby.

A large family group poses together on a beach during sunset, dressed in light, casual clothing. Some members are holding children and everyone appears joyful.

The Rittenberry Family

October 21, 2026October 21, 2026Leave a comment

What a joy it was to spend the evening with the sweet Rittenberry Family! This session was all about their precious little girl, who is truly every beat of her parents’ hearts, and I have to say, she stole a piece of mine, too!

From her adorable smile to her sweet personality, this sweet girl had so much fun making wishes on her starfish, swinging in the air and blowing bubbles. It was so special capturing the love this family shares, from sweet snuggles and kisses to those precious little moments that mean so much.

These are the memories that make family photography so special, and I know the Rittenberry Family will treasure them for years to come!

A young girl sitting on the sand at the beach, surrounded by grass, wearing a light blue dress with short sleeves and a bow in her hair.

A family of three stands on the beach during sunset. The mother holds her daughter, who is smiling and wearing a blue dress, while the father stands beside them, smiling. The ocean waves gently lap at the shore in the background.

A smiling young girl in a light blue dress holds hands with her parents on a sandy beach during sunset.

A woman holding a young girl who is kissing her cheek, both smiling against a sunset backdrop at the beach.

A young girl wearing a light blue dress stands on a beach, with gentle waves in the background and a soft sunset glow.

A young girl in a light dress and bow walks barefoot on the beach, leaving footprints in the sand as waves gently roll in.

A happy family portrait on the beach at sunset. A woman kisses a little girl on the cheek while the girl smiles. A man stands behind them, supporting the girl.

A family enjoying time on the beach at sunset, with a woman holding hands with a man and swinging a young girl between them.

A father joyfully lifts his smiling daughter into the air against a serene beach background during sunset.

A family portrait on the beach during sunset, featuring a woman, a man, and a young girl. The woman is wearing a cream-colored dress, holding the girl, who is dressed in a light blue outfit. The man stands beside them in a light blue shirt and khaki shorts, all against a serene ocean backdrop.

A family of three, a mother, father, and young daughter, enjoying a moment together on a beach at sunset. The mother is wearing a light-colored dress, the father a blue shirt, and the daughter a blue dress with a bow in her hair. They appear to be interacting playfully, with gentle waves in the background.

Cole + Rachel | A Surprise Beach Engagement in Perdido Key

October 19, 2026Leave a comment

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.

Denton Family | Aubrey’s Senior Photos

October 19, 2026Leave a comment

It is always such a joy to have the sweet Denton Family in front of our camera! We have had the pleasure of photographing their family in the past, but this session was extra special as we had the honor of capturing Aubrey’s senior portraits!

Aubrey looked absolutely beautiful, and we had so much fun celebrating this exciting milestone with her! Her Bestie even tagged along and joined in for a few photos, making the evening that much more memorable.

We are so thankful to have been part of another special chapter in the Denton Family’s story. Congratulations, Aubrey! We can’t wait to see all the wonderful things God has in store for your future!

A young woman standing on a wooden walkway, wearing a white blouse and blue jeans, with a beach and grass landscape in the background during sunset.

A young woman sitting on a wooden deck by the beach, wearing a white top and blue jeans, smiling at the camera with grass and sand in the background.

A teenage girl stands with her two younger siblings, a girl and a boy, on a wooden deck at the beach. They are surrounded by tall grass and sand, with the ocean visible in the background during sunset.

A young woman with long, wavy hair walking along the beach at sunset, playfully splashing in the water while wearing a white top and blue jeans.

A young woman sitting on the beach, wearing a white top and blue jeans, with the ocean and sunset in the background.

A young woman standing on a beach, looking down at the sand where the year '2021' is written, with gentle waves in the background.

A family of five standing on the beach with the ocean in the background during sunset. They are smiling and dressed in casual summer clothing.

A woman in a white dress walking along the shoreline at sunset, with gentle waves lapping at her feet.

Two women standing on a beach at sunset, one wearing a navy dress and the other a white patterned dress, smiling and enjoying the ocean waves.

A woman in a flowing white dress with blue patterns walking along the beach at sunset, with soft waves and a pastel sky.

A woman in a light blue patterned dress sits on the sandy beach, enjoying the ocean view during sunset.

A family standing together on a beach at sunset, with the ocean in the background. The group includes two boys, two girls, and two adults, all smiling and dressed in summer outfits.

The Kubacak Family 2026

October 15, 2026Leave a comment

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!