Shannon + Alex’s Surprise Engagement

May 23, 2026May 23, 2026Leave a comment

Shannon + Alex had a beautiful evening for their very special surprise engagement. Alex did an amazing job planning every last detail, and sweet Shannon was completely surprised. As they walked arm in arm down the beach, Alex led her back into the magical sand globe where he got down on one knee and asked Shannon to spend forever with him and of course she said YES! They made memories that beautiful evening that they will cherish for a lifetime!

A man kneeling on the beach, proposing to a woman in a yellow dress, who is smiling and reaching for him, with a scenic ocean backdrop.

A joyful couple on a beach, with the man holding the woman's hand while she smiles at him, both appearing to be engaged in a romantic moment.

A joyful couple hugging on a beach, with sandy dunes and a serene ocean in the background.

A couple sharing a kiss on a sandy beach during sunset, surrounded by tall grass and ocean waves in the background.

A couple walking hand in hand along a sandy beach, with the ocean waves and a blue sky in the background.

A couple sitting on the beach, holding hands and enjoying each other's company, with a cloudy sky in the background.

A couple sitting closely on the beach, with the ocean waves in the background during sunset.

A couple standing on the beach, embracing each other with the ocean in the background. The woman has long hair and is wearing a light-colored dress, while the man has his arms around her waist.

A couple smiling at each other while standing barefoot in the shallow waves of a beach during sunset, with a soft blue sky and gentle ocean background.

A couple sitting on a sandy beach, smiling at each other, with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background.

A couple sits on a log at the beach during sunset, with a colorful sky in the background. The woman is wearing a yellow dress and the man is in a black shirt, both smiling contentedly.

Celebrating Mothers Day

May 9, 2026May 9, 2026Leave a comment

Celebrating some of our past Mothers in honor of Mother’s Day! 🤍

As moms, we are so often the ones behind the camera — capturing the little moments, fixing the outfits, wiping sandy faces, and making sure everyone else’s memories are preserved. But your children deserve to have memories with you in them too. Years from now, these photographs will become some of their most treasured keepsakes — reminders of your love, your laughter, your hugs, and the way you showed up for them in every season of life.

It is so important for us moms to step into the frame. Not because everything has to be perfect, but because these moments matter. The messy hair, sandy toes, sun-kissed cheeks, and sweet embraces are the memories your children and husbands will cherish for a lifetime.

One day these images will tell your family’s story — the season you were in, the love you shared, and the beautiful memories you made together along the way.

“The sand will brush off… the tans will fade and the salt will wash away, but the memories will last forever.”

A woman and two girls smiling together on a beach during sunset, with sand and grass in the background.

A mother and her two daughters stand together on the beach, smiling at the camera. The ocean waves are visible in the background, creating a serene and joyful atmosphere.

A woman lying on a sandy beach with a young boy playfully sitting on her back, both smiling. The background features a colorful sunset and grassy dunes.

A woman in a white dress joyfully lifts a baby into the air on a sandy beach at sunset.

A woman and her mother smile together on a beach with gentle waves in the background, showcasing a bond between them.

Close up photo of mom kissing toddler son on the cheek while he is smiling at the camera at Johnson's Beach in Perdido Key, Florida

Mom and toddler daughter walking hand in hand towards the water with their backs the camera at Johnson's Beach in Perdido Key, Florida

Pregnant woman holding her belly and looking down with the sunset and sea oats and sand dunes behind her at Johnson's Beach in Perdido Key, Florida

Mom lifting infant daughter above her head with sand dunes and the gulf far behind her at Johnson's Beach in Perdido Key, Florida

Toddler boy kissing mom on the cheek with sand dunes behind them at Johnson's Beach in Perdido Key, Florida

Mom lifting her daughter above her head with sea oats and the water far behind them, the little girl is smiling at the camera at Johnson's Beach in Perdido Key, Florida

A woman and a young boy sitting on sandy beach with grass in the background, both smiling and enjoying their time together.

A mother sitting on a sandy beach with two young daughters, all smiling and sharing affectionate kisses as the sun sets in the background.

A pregnant woman in a floral dress standing on the beach, gently holding her belly and looking down at it, with ocean waves in the background.

Client Spotlight “The Banks Family”

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026Leave a comment

It’s always such a joy for me when I get to spend the evening with the dear Banks family! This time was extra special as I got to meet their new precious baby girl! The kiddos are every beat of Mom and Dad’s hearts and completely have mine! They all had so much fun together blowing bubbles and lots of hugs on that very special evening. They all made memories on that beautiful evening that they will cherish for generations to come!

A family of four poses together on a beach, with tall grass in the background. The mother holds a young child, while the father stands beside them, smiling. The older child stands in front, also smiling. The scene captures a warm, joyful moment during sunset.

Two children sitting on a large piece of driftwood at the beach during sunset. The boy, wearing a plaid shirt and jeans, smiles widely, while the girl, dressed in a light-colored dress with a maroon top, looks happily at the camera.

A woman holding a toddler, standing next to a young boy, with tall grass and a soft sunset background at the beach.

Smiling boy standing in a field of tall grass at the beach, wearing a plaid shirt.

A woman wearing a black hat kisses a young child with curly hair, who is focused on a green object. They are on a beach with a soft horizon in the background.

A family of four enjoying a playful moment on the beach, with a child in the father's lap, a mother kneeling beside them, and another child standing nearby, all against a serene ocean backdrop at sunset.

A father and son standing together on the beach, both smiling. The father is wearing a plaid shirt, while the son is in a similar patterned shirt. The ocean waves are in the background under a soft, pastel sky.

A woman holding a smiling toddler on a beach at sunset, with ocean waves in the background.

Client Spotlight “The Huggard Family 2025”

March 1, 2026March 25, 2026Leave a comment

It’s always a joy for me when I get to spend the evening with the sweet Huggard Family. They had such a beautiful evening for their family session. They had that golden sunlight and rolling waves. They made memories on that beautiful evening that they will cherish for a lifetime.

Colleen and Greg’s 40th Anniversary Session

February 28, 2026March 25, 2026Leave a comment

Colleen and Greg had such a gorgeous evening for their very special 40th Wedding Anniversary! They are still so in love even after all these years! They made memories that gorgeous evening that they will cherish for a lifetime!

A couple smiling at each other on a sandy beach with grass in the background, wearing casual beach attire.

A couple standing on a sandy beach at sunset, smiling at each other. The man is wearing a light blue shirt and khaki shorts, while the woman is dressed in a white flowy dress. There are tall grasses and a colorful sky in the background.

A couple walking hand in hand on a sandy beach at sunset, with a colorful sky and dunes in the background.

A couple sitting on a sandy beach during sunset, gazing at each other. The woman is wearing a white dress and the man is in a blue shirt, with grass and dunes in the background.

A couple walking hand in hand along a sandy beach at sunset, with gentle waves lapping at the shore.

A couple embracing on a beach at sunset, surrounded by tall grass and soft sand, with a colorful sky in the background.

A couple kissing on the beach during sunset, with gentle waves and a pastel sky.

A couple standing on a beach during sunset, with gentle waves in the background, both smiling and facing each other.

Cody + Kadance’s Surprise Engagement

February 14, 2026March 25, 2026Leave a comment

Cody + Kadance’s Beautiful Surprise Engagement

Where do we even begin? Cody truly knocked it out of the park planning this perfect moment for Kadance, and she had no idea. From the sweet proposal on the sand to all the emotion, love, and joy captured in these photos, we are just obsessed with this session.

What makes this story even more special? Cody came across a backdrop inspiration photo he loved and shared the idea with his aunt. She took that vision and thoughtfully created a stunning custom backdrop just for their proposal. It turned out beautifully and added the perfect finishing touch to their special moment.

We’re also excited to share that Aunt Pat will now be working alongside us to design custom backdrops for all of your special occasions. We are so grateful to welcome her to the Lashes and Lenses Photography team and can’t wait to create more beautiful moments together.

Thank you, Cody and Kadance, for allowing us to capture such an unforgettable memory.

A man is proposing to a woman on the beach, surrounded by grass and a decorative setup with signs and lanterns.

A man is proposing to a woman on a beach, kneeling with a ring in hand while she holds his other hand, surrounded by decorative items and a floral backdrop.

A couple celebrating an engagement on the beach, embracing joyfully in front of a decorative sign that reads 'MARRY ME'.

A beach proposal setup featuring a decorative display with the words 'MARRY ME,' floral accents, and a sign on the sand, with the ocean in the background.

A couple kissing on a beach, with a 'Marry Me' sign and decorative elements in the background, set against a cloudy sky.

A couple holding hands and gazing into each other's eyes on a beach, with soft clouds in the sky.

A couple sharing a kiss on a sandy beach, with a decorative backdrop that reads 'MARRY ME.'

A couple happily embracing on a sandy beach with an ocean background, both smiling at each other under cloudy skies.

Black and white image of two hands clasping fingers together on a beach, with soft waves in the background.

A couple standing hand in hand on a beach, smiling at the camera. The woman wears a white dress and the man is in a light blue shirt and shorts. They are standing near a heart shape drawn in the sand.

A couple kissing on the beach, standing in shallow water with the ocean in the background. The image is in black and white.

Client Spotlight “The Frederick Family 2025”

February 10, 2026March 25, 2026Leave a comment

It’s always such a joy for me when I get to spend the evening with the sweet Frederick family and this evening was no exception! I love seeing how the girls have grown older but Mom & Dad get younger every year! There was so much, love, laughter and fun! The sweet Frederick family made memories that beautiful summer evening that they will all cherish for generations to come!

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

A woman posing with two girls on a sandy beach during sunset, all smiling and enjoying the moment.

A family posing together on a beach during sunset. They are smiling and dressed in light clothing, with the ocean and sandy beach in the background.

Two young women standing on a sandy beach at sunset, surrounded by grass-covered dunes.

A family of four posing on the beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background.

A couple standing on the beach, smiling at each other, with the ocean waves in the background.

A family poses together on a beach at sunset, surrounded by sand and grass, with a colorful sky in the background.

The Bonds Family

January 26, 2026March 25, 2026Leave a comment

There’s nothing sweeter than kiddos who are every bit of their parents’ hearts and completely stole mine! At the Bonds family beach session, the magic was undeniable: they had toes in the sand, sun-kissed giggles, and wishes whispered to starfish. They twirled through a dreamy mommy-daughter dance in the water And in between the fun, there were soft, quiet snuggles — the kind that speak love louder than words ever could. A perfect evening, full of heart and memories to last a lifetime.

A smiling girl sits on a log on the beach, holding a laughing toddler, with sand and grass in the background.

A family of four standing together on a sandy beach, with green grass and a blue sky in the background. The father is holding a baby, while the mother stands beside him, along with two daughters, one in a dress and the other in a tank top.

A young girl with curly hair wearing a light dress stands on a sandy beach, smiling and posing playfully with green grass and dunes in the background.

A mother kisses her smiling baby while holding him in her arms on a sandy beach.

A young girl in a light-colored dress holds a seashell while standing on a sandy beach with greenery in the background.

A girl and a baby boy sitting on a sandy beach, with grass in the background. The girl is examining a small shell, while the baby looks on curiously.

A woman stands on a sandy beach holding a baby in her arms while embracing a young girl. The background features greenery and a light blue sky.

A family walking hand in hand on a sandy beach during sunset, with the mother in a green dress, a young girl in a light dress, and a father carrying a baby.

A young girl with curly hair smiles while holding a baby boy, both enjoying a moment at the beach.

A woman and a girl standing by the shoreline, playfully interacting with the waves at sunset.

A man in a white shirt lifts a baby above his head while standing in shallow ocean water, creating a joyful moment.

Brandon + Alyson’s Beach Wedding

January 21, 2026March 25, 2026Leave a comment

When you dream of having a beautiful outdoor wedding, you hope and pray it will look just like Alyson and Brandon‘s did. They had warm golden sunlight, a gentle breeze and rolling waves. Alyson and Brandon chose to do a first look. You could just feel the love & emotion building as Alyson touched Brandon’s shoulder. When Brandon turned around and saw his gorgeous bride standing there he couldn’t take his eyes off of her and burst into the most beautiful smile I had ever seen. Alyson and Brandon’s wedding day was perfect in every way from the first look, to her special time with her Father, the ceremony and then fun with their family & friends! Thank you so much Alyson and Brandon for letting us have a part of your special day and we wish you many, many years of love, happiness and wonderful memories as you start your new lives together!