Charity + Chris’s Surprise Engagement

September 3, 2026Leave a comment

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! 🤍

Ryan’s Young, Wild and 2 Birthday

September 2, 2026September 3, 2026Leave a comment

Young, Wild & TWO!

What a joy it has been watching sweet Ryan grow! We’ve been blessed to be a tiny part of his story since before he was even born, when we photographed his parents’ baby reveal. From capturing his six-month milestone, to celebrating his first birthday, and now, somehow, that sweet little baby is TWO!

We are so thankful to have been there again to capture Ryan’s 2nd birthday and be a part of such a special evening with his family. He had the best time playing with his dinosaurs, giving them lots of hugs, feeding them leaves, and soaking up all the love from Mom and Dad.

A special thank you to Aunt Pat for creating the adorable Young, Wild & Two photo backdrop and putting together such a fun setup for Ryan’s birthday session! It was the perfect setting for capturing all of these sweet memories.

And what better way to finish off such a special evening than playing on the playground? For Ryan, that was truly the icing on the birthday cake!

Watching our littlest clients grow and getting to capture these precious milestones along the way is truly one of the sweetest parts of what we do.

Happy 2nd Birthday, Ryan! We have loved watching you grow!

A young boy playing with a toy dinosaur on a white blanket, with a background featuring a large green dinosaur statue and a sign that reads 'WILD AND 2'. Colorful balloons in shades of green, blue, and white are arranged nearby.

A young boy hugging a green dinosaur toy, standing in front of a colorful balloon display and a sign that reads 'ROARING 2 YEARS OLD'.

A man holding a young boy on his shoulder, interacting with a green inflatable dinosaur in a backyard with wooden fencing and greenery.

A young child smiling while posing next to a large inflatable dinosaur in a festive outdoor setting, with greenery and decoration elements in the background.

A family celebration scene featuring a young boy playing with toy dinosaurs, surrounded by a smiling woman in a dress and a man in a shirt, with a colorful balloon arch and a 'Young, Wild, and 2' sign in the background.

A young child holding dinosaur toys stands in front of a sign that reads 'YOUNG WILD AND 2'. The scene includes colorful balloons and greenery in the background.

A joyful man lifts a smiling young boy in a playful gesture, with trees and greenery in the background, celebrating a birthday.

A family celebrating a child's second birthday, standing beside a decorative sign that reads 'YOUNG WILD AND 2'. The scene includes colorful balloons and a wooden backdrop.

A child crouches down to look at a decorative mirror leaning against a tree, which has the words 'Grateful, Thankful, Blessed' written on it.

A young boy with short brown hair smiles while hanging on a climbing rope at a playground, with an adult in the background providing support.

A joyful young boy with short hair, wearing a t-shirt with a dinosaur and cactus design, is raising his arms in excitement at a playground.

The Smith Family

September 1, 2026Leave a comment

Some sessions are all about the little moments, and this one was filled with so many sweet ones!

This adorable little boy is truly every beat of his family’s hearts, and it was so special capturing the love they share. From playing with starfish in the sand and riding on Daddy’s shoulders to lots of snuggles with Mom and Dad, there was no shortage of smiles, laughter and love.

There is just something special about a summer evening at the beach with the people you love most. These are the moments that seem so simple now, but one day will be some of their most treasured memories. What a beautiful evening for this sweet family to remember for generations to come!

Family standing together on a sandy beach during sunset, with grass dunes in the background.

A family walks together on a sandy beach at sunset, with the father carrying a toddler on his shoulders and the mother holding the father's hand.

A baby sitting on white sand with delicate grass in the background, smiling and holding a small toy.

A family of three enjoys a moment together on a sandy beach at sunset, with the father holding a toddler on his shoulders while smiling at the mother, who is wearing a light blue dress.

A woman with long blonde hair wearing a light blue dress holds a smiling baby boy in a beach setting, with sand dunes in the background.

A family portrait on a white sandy beach at sunset, featuring a woman in a colorful dress, a man in a blue shirt, and a small child being held by the man.

A family standing together on a beach at sunset, with soft waves in the background. They are smiling and dressed in light, casual clothing. The scene captures a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

A woman lifts a smiling baby above her head at the beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background.

A small child holding hands with an adult while standing on a beach, looking back at the camera with a joyful expression.

Best Friends Session

August 22, 2026Leave a comment

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

August 18, 2026Leave a comment

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

August 17, 2026Leave a comment

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.

The Averitt Family

August 17, 2026August 17, 2026Leave a comment

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 their family’s hearts! From making wishes on their starfish to having the sweetest bubble-blowing party, there was so much laughter, love, and fun shared together.

It was such a joy to capture these precious little personalities and all the love that surrounds them. They made memories on that beautiful summer evening that will be treasured for generations to come!

Two young girls sitting on a log at the beach, surrounded by tall grass. One girl wears a light blue dress and the other wears a patterned dress.

A family of four standing on the beach during sunset. The mother is wearing a light blue dress, holding one of her young daughters. The father stands next to them, holding their other daughter, who is also dressed in light blue. The sandy beach and tall grass are visible in the background.

A family walking together on a sandy beach during sunset, holding hands. The parents are in casual summer attire, while the two young children are dressed in light blue dresses.

Two young girls sitting on a log at the beach, smiling and playing together, surrounded by grass and sand.

Two young girls in light blue dresses walking hand in hand on a sandy beach with their parents, enjoying a sunny day.

A woman sitting on a sandy beach with two young girls, all smiling. The sun is setting in the background, casting a warm glow over the scene.

Two young girls playing on a sandy beach during sunset. One girl is standing with her arm raised, while the other is sitting on the sand.

Two young girls standing on sandy beach at sunset, wearing light summer dresses, smiling and enjoying the moment.

A family enjoying a sunset walk on a beach, with a couple embracing and two young girls playing nearby in the soft sand.

A family of four posing on the beach during sunset. The father is holding one daughter on his shoulders while kissing the mother, who is holding their other daughter in her arms. Everyone is dressed in light blue outfits.

A family of four standing on the beach, holding hands. The mother is dressed in a light blue dress, while the father wears a white shirt and shorts. Two young daughters, one in a light dress, play near the water's edge with the ocean in the background and a pastel sky.

A family of four enjoying a beach day at sunset, with two young girls in light dresses and their parents having fun together by the water.

The Arce Extended Family

August 13, 2026August 17, 2026Leave a comment

It was such a joy to have the sweet Arce family back in front of our camera! This beautiful summer evening was extra special as they gathered with so many of their extended family to celebrate Mimi’s birthday!

There were lots of sweet hugs, so much love and laughter, and of course, a bubble blowing party for Mimi! The love this family shares was so beautiful to capture.

The Arce family made such precious memories together that beautiful summer evening that they will all cherish for generations to come!

A large family group posing together on a beach, with grassy dunes in the background. The group includes adults and children, all dressed in light, summery clothing.

A woman sitting on white sand at a beach, wearing a pink dress and smiling, with green grass in the background.

A family portrait on the beach featuring six members, standing together on white sand. The group includes adults and children wearing light-colored clothing, with lush green bushes in the background and a warm, glowing sunset.

A family walking hand in hand along a sandy beach during sunset, with tall grass in the background.

A family portrait featuring eight individuals sitting on a sandy beach with grass in the background, smiling and dressed in light-colored summer outfits.

A group of people holding hands, walking along a sandy beach toward the ocean during sunset.

Four women standing on a beach during sunset, wearing dresses in different styles and colors, smiling at the camera.

A large family holding hands and walking together on a beach during sunset, with a colorful sky in the background.

A large family group posing together on a beach during sunset, wearing light-colored clothing. The ocean is visible in the background.

A large family gathering on the beach, with members laughing and enjoying each other's company. They are wearing summer outfits and standing in a line near the water's edge, with waves visible in the background.

The Bayliff Family

August 11, 2026August 17, 2026Leave a comment

It’s always such a joy for me when I get to spend an evening with the sweet Bayliff family! This evening was extra special because I finally got to meet their precious new baby girl, the same sweet little one I had the honor of photographing last year while she was still in Mommy’s tummy!

One of my favorite parts of photographing returning families is getting to see how much the children have grown and watching their beautiful family story continue to unfold in front of my camera.

There was so much love, laughter, and fun shared together that beautiful summer evening! The sweet Bayliff family made memories they will all cherish for generations to come.

A family portrait on the beach at sunset, featuring eight members, including adults and children, dressed in light colors with a sandy background and grass dunes.

A happy family moment on the beach, with a mother lifting her baby girl into the air, both smiling, while a father watches with joy.

A parent and child holding hands while walking on a beach, with a sandy background and palm tree patterns on the parent's shirt.

A family of five standing together on a sandy beach during sunset. The father holds a young boy in a blue shirt, while the mother stands beside him in a pink dress, holding another boy. A girl in a white dress stands in front of them, all smiling at the camera.

Four young children sitting on a sandy beach, with grass dunes in the background. The eldest girl is holding a baby, while the two boys are sitting beside them.

A woman holds a smiling child on a beach, with a man and another child walking in the background during sunset.

A family portrait on a sandy beach, featuring two adults and four children, all smiling and sitting together. The scene is set during sunset, with gentle grass in the background.

A family of eight poses together on a sandy beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background. They are dressed in light, casual clothing, with some holding young children.

A happy baby wearing a headband is being held by a parent on the beach, while the other parent smiles at them, with a beautiful sky in the background.

A family walking hand-in-hand on a beach during sunset, wearing light-colored summer clothing. There are four adults and four children, with a peaceful ocean view in the background.

A smiling woman holding a young girl on a beach, with gentle waves and a cloudy sky in the background.

A family portrait on a beach at sunset, featuring six adults and three children. They are dressed in light, summery clothing, standing on the sandy shore with the ocean in the background and soft clouds in the sky.

A happy baby in a pink crocheted swimsuit lying on soft white sand at the beach, with gentle ocean waves in the background.

Emily + Matt’s Surprise Engagement

August 10, 2026August 17, 2026Leave a comment

From meeting in college to 3½ years of building a beautiful life together, Emily and Matt are officially ENGAGED!

Matt planned the sweetest surprise proposal on the beautiful beaches of Perdido Key, and Emily’s reaction says it all! The pure joy, excitement, and love between these two was absolutely precious to capture.

We loved getting to celebrate this exciting new chapter with them and capture memories from the evening they will treasure for a lifetime.

Congratulations, Emily & Matt! Here’s to the beginning of forever!