Family Beach Photographer - Elite Photography

Family Beach Photographs = More Fun

Elite Photography captures families on the beaches of Virginia Beach and Norfolk with a relaxed approach that makes your session both fun and memorable.

Family Beach Photography for heartfelt, growing families.

Sunset over the ocean with waves crashing on the sandy beach, and a few people swimming in the water.

Why we Love Taking Family Photos at the Beach…

The beach offers a backdrop that feels timeless and full of life. Soft sand, rolling waves, and wide-open skies create a natural setting that works well for families of all sizes. The light at sunrise and sunset adds warmth and depth, giving your portraits a look that feels effortless and genuine.

A beach session also brings a relaxed atmosphere. Kids can run, play, and be themselves, which often leads to more natural expressions and candid moments. For military families and visitors to Hampton Roads, the shoreline is also a meaningful location that reflects time spent together by the water.

The result is a session that feels fun in the moment and portraits that hold lasting value.

A family of four sitting on a sandy beach at sunset, with houses in the background and tall grass around them, smiling and enjoying the evening.

Many photographers rely only on natural light at the beach, which can limit the final results. We take a different approach. By using advanced flash and external lighting along with high-end camera bodies and lenses, we’re able to balance the beautiful natural colors of a sunrise or sunset with consistent, professional lighting on your family.

This means you don’t end up with dark faces against a bright sky or washed-out details. Instead, every image has depth, accurate color, and clarity that captures both your family and the scenery at its best. It’s the combination of professional equipment and experience that sets our beach photography apart.

The Difference in Our Beach Photos

Where we Photograph - Family Photography Beach Sessions

Ocean View Beach and Willoughby make beautiful settings for family portraits. The wide shoreline offers space for both posed and candid moments, while the natural dunes and open water create a classic coastal backdrop. These beaches are also less crowded than some of the larger tourist spots, which allows for more relaxed sessions and a focus on your family.

Norfolk, VA Beach Photography

Virginia Beach, VA Beach Photography

Virginia Beach offers a wide range of backdrops for family sessions, from the peaceful stretches of Sandbridge and the relaxed charm of Chic’s Beach to the classic Oceanfront and North End. Croatan adds a more dramatic coastal look with dunes and waves, giving families plenty of options to match their style and personality.

The Elite Family Beach Photography Gallery

A collection of our photographs with families in Norfolk, Virginia Beach beaches including Sandbridge, North End, Croatan, Oceanfront, Chic’s Beach, and Ocean View Beaches.

A couple kissing on a grassy field at sunset with a child looking surprised nearby.
Family outdoors, Father carrying daughter on shoulders, mother holding newborn, all smiling, farmland and trees in background.
A family of four outdoors by a lake, posing together in front of a tree with sunlight filtering through the leaves.
A happy family of three sitting on a sandy beach at sunset, with beach houses and dunes behind them.
Group of six friends holding hands, walking outdoors in a park during sunset, smiling and enjoying a sunny day among trees.

Reserve Your Beach Photo Session

We work with you to plan a beach photography session that fits the reason you’re here, whether it’s a vacation, a family gathering, or a special event. Our team helps select the right location and time of day so the setting feels natural and the photos reflect your family. From calm mornings to evening light, we focus on creating images that are both personal and professional.

Experience Elite Photography

A family outdoors, with a man carrying a young girl on his shoulders, a woman holding a baby, all smiling and enjoying a sunny day in a grassy field with trees in the background.
Two young children, a boy and a girl, sitting on fallen autumn leaves in a wooded area during daytime. The boy has short brown hair, is smiling, and wearing a plaid jacket with a hood. The girl has a black bow in her hair, and is wearing a mustard-colored jacket. The background features blurred trees with fall foliage, creating a warm, golden atmosphere.
A multi-generational family portrait in a backyard garden, with nine people smiling and posing for the camera, surrounded by trees, plants, and a wooden fence.

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Contact Elite Photography

4013 Colley Ave Unit B, Norfolk, VA 23508

Hours
Monday – Thursday
9:30 AM– 5 PM

Phone
757-967-7468

Email

info@photographybyelite.com