I'm Michelle
Because you shouldn’t have to choose just one moment to remember, this is your way to hold on to the whole story.
Because some moments are meant to be seen as they unfold, movement, emotion, and the beauty of this season, just as it was.
I adore family photos, especially when adorable babies are involved! I mean come on, these two are just two cute for words! Their innocent smiles and curious nature added a little magic for me as a family beach photographer.
They split their year between living in San Diego and West Palm Beach, FL. Since they already have family photos on the beach in Florida, their mama wanted San Diego beach photos as well.
Two and a half-year-old Lila was more than happy to play in the sand and love on her mama. Of course being the sweet big sister that she is, she couldn’t help but snuggle on her 7-month-old baby brother Cuyler too. The innocent and tender attention she gave to her brother absolutely melted my heart.
The session took place on the beach in beautiful Coronado. The soft sand dunes with hints of greenery and the glow of the sun were a perfect backdrop!
I absolutely love capturing motherhood! It makes my heart swoon. Originally mom wasn’t planning on being in the photos, but I convinced her otherwise and I am so glad I did! It’s so important for mamas to be in the photos. Too much of a mama’s life goes undocumented as she is often the one snapping the photos and rarely in them except for the occasional selfie.
The photos perfectly captured the pure innocence and sweetness of this age when mama is their whole entire world. The gentle ocean breeze and yummy golden lighting added to the natural feel of this session. From the playful interactions between Cuyler and Lila to the loving interactions between them and their mom, this shoot was pure perfection.
If you’re looking for a family beach photographer to take your family beach photos, contact me to begin planning today!
These photographs become treasures passed through generations. Your children will one day hold these images close, seeing themselves through your loving eyes and discovering the quiet grace that surrounded their earliest days.
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Michelle Popp Photography is a Wilmington NC newborn photographer also specializing in family, maternity, and baby photography serving all of Wilmington, Hampstead, Topsail Beach, Jacksonville, Figure Eight Island, Leland, Surf City, Swansboro, Wrightsville Beach, Ogden, Porters Neck and surrounding areas.
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If this season feels tender, beautiful, or just a little fleeting, it may be His way of inviting you to pause and hold it close. I’d be honored to walk with you.