June 27, 2026
Michael Evans of Coastal Heirloom Studio shares practical advice on wardrobe, timing, and working with children for stunning beach portraits.
November 7, 2026
A practical guide to using 5-in-1 reflectors and natural beach bounce to fill shadows and balance harsh coastal light in your portraits.
October 23, 2026
A practical guide to capturing candid, well-exposed photos of children in shallow water using the right light, fast shutter speeds, and a hands-off approach.
October 18, 2026
Midday beach light is brutal, but with backlighting, diffusion, and the right exposure settings you can still capture flattering portraits without waiting for golden hour.
October 13, 2026
A diffuser placed between the sun and your subject turns harsh midday beach light into soft, even illumination that flatters skin tones and tames contrast.
October 8, 2026
Open shade gives you soft, even light on the face and keeps skin tones accurate, but only if you set white balance correctly and avoid color spill from sand and surroundings.
September 23, 2026
Learn how to use empty sky, sand, and water to frame beach portraits with calm, minimalist compositions that emphasize your subject.
September 13, 2026
Learn practical hairstyles, products, and on-location tricks to keep hair looking polished and photogenic during windy beach portrait sessions.
August 19, 2026
Learn how to use tide pools as natural frames and reflective surfaces to create distinctive beach portraits with practical composition and safety tips.
August 14, 2026
Learn how to choose beach portrait poses that minimize sunscreen glare and shine, keeping your subjects looking natural and polished.
August 9, 2026
Learn how to position your subject, choose the right time, and adjust your camera settings to create soft, glowing backlit beach portraits.
August 4, 2026
Learn how to direct natural, flattering poses for beach portraits when wind is a factor, using wind blocks, movement, and client preparation.
July 20, 2026
Learn which lenses work best for beach portraits, from versatile zooms to fast primes, and how to protect your gear from sand and salt spray.
June 30, 2026
Learn practical posing techniques for family beach portraits that create relaxed, candid images without stiff poses.
Learn how to use the ocean, sand, and a simple reflector to control harsh beach light and create flattering portraits every time.
