Photo Session Locations
To achieve a truly unaffected portrait, there’s nothing better than a natural stage. And here in northeast Florida, we’re blessed with some stunning scenery. There are three beauty spots in St Augustine that I like to use for my portraits: Marineland Beach, Lewis Point Park, and North Holiday Lake Park at Vaill Point Road.
Each of these locations offer a wonderful backdrop and fantastic light. Read below to learn more about these sites and the best time of day for a photo shoot. However, if you’d rather that I come to your home, that’s not a problem. You may also use another place, although you may need a property owner’s release form.
Once you’ve decided on a location, click on the button below to calculate the price of your photo session.
Marineland Beach (River to Sea Preserve)
- 9805 N Ocean Shore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL 32137
- My Preferred Location
- Sunrise (best time of day)
- Ocean
- Sandy beach
- Coquina rocks to pose on
- You may get wet
- Low to mid tide preferred
- Public bathroom for changing clothes
Lewis Point Park
- 3506 Shore Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32086
- Morning or Late Afternoon (Location 1 – Under trees in shade)
- Sunrise (Location 2 – Low Tide Only)
- Sunset (Location 3)
- Water and Marsh Backgrounds (Location 2 & 3)
- Sandy Shore (Location 2 – Low Tide Only)
- Shoes may get wet (Location 2)
- No bathroom or facilities for changing clothes
- Secluded area
North Holiday Lake Park at Vaill Point Rd
- 421 Vaill Point Rd, St. Augustine, Florida
- Late Afternoon (limited sunset mid summer)
- Fresh Water Pond
- No bathroom or facilities for changing clothes
Your Home
The Home Session Advantage
- All your clothes are right at hand
- Wardrobe changes keep pictures interesting
- You don’t have to pack for sessions
- Saves you time
Minimum Room Size
- Minimum room size is 14 ft. x 14 ft. clear floor space
- A garage is perfect if floor is clean and oil free (cooler months or air-condition only)
Add in Some Yard Shots
- Shrubs, walls or fence
- Large grassy areas
- Large porch
- The background in the distance should pleasing (sky, trees, etc.)
- Remove any distracting or unpleasant objects
Please have your areas ready to go. There is no time for background setup at session.
Other Locations
Things to Consider
- You may need a property release from owner
- Outdoor backgrounds should be non busy low and extensive (grass field, water, tree line in the distance, etc.)
- Other good backgrounds can be old buildings, old equipment, stables, barns, etc.
Permits are required for the City of St. Augustine and St Johns County Beaches
- City of St. Augustine, Florida Film/video/Photography Permit Application
- St. Johns County Beach Permits (download)
- Permits require advanced planning and additional fees