Professional Virginia Beach Family Photographer

The Elite Family Photographer Experience

Elite Photography offers family photography in Virginia Beach with a professional studio base and an experienced creative team. We specialize in capturing natural connection, genuine joy, and timeless portraits that Virginia Beach families can treasure for years.

Natural, timeless, creative family Photography for heartfelt, growing families.

A smiling woman with long blonde hair wearing a white sleeveless top standing next to a smiling man with short brown hair and beard wearing a black T-shirt against a plain gray background.

Our Approach to Family Photography

Family portraits deserve more than an entry-level camera. We use professional camera bodies, high-end lenses, and advanced flash and external lighting to capture images with clarity, depth, and consistent quality. This equipment allows us to control lighting and detail in a way that simply isn’t possible with basic gear.

Every session begins with a consultation so we can plan around your goals, locations, and style. Meeting beforehand helps us connect personally and make sure the details are dialed in before the camera comes out.

The result is an image quality and final product that stand apart from amateur photography. Colors are more accurate, details are sharper, and the finished portraits have the polish and longevity families want when investing in professional photography.

A family of three, a man, a woman, and a girl, sitting on the sand at the beach during sunset. They are smiling, surrounded by tall grass, with houses in the background and the ocean at the horizon.

Over the years we’ve photographed families all across Virginia Beach. From the open shoreline and sandy beaches to hidden parks and quiet neighborhoods, we know how to make the most of the city’s diverse settings.

Every family is unique, and the location should reflect that. Some sessions feel natural on the beach at sunset, while others shine in a peaceful park or along a vibrant boardwalk. We go on location with you to create an atmosphere that matches your family’s personality, so the portraits feel authentic and true to who you are.

On Location Family Photography

Where we Photograph in Virginia Beach - Family Photography Sessions

We photograph families along Virginia Beach’s oceanfronts, including the lively Oceanfront and boardwalk, the quiet North End, the wide sands of Sandbridge, and the scenic stretch of Croatan. Each beach offers its own character, giving families a variety of coastal backdrops for portraits that feel authentic and true.

Ocean Beaches

State Parks

We photograph families at Virginia Beach’s state parks, including First Landing and False Cape. First Landing offers wooded trails and calm shoreline, while False Cape provides wide open beaches and natural scenery. These locations give families clean, authentic backdrops for portraits that feel real and lasting.

Downtown + Cityscape

We also photograph families in the heart of Virginia Beach, including Town Center, the Oceanfront, and surrounding city spots. Town Center offers a modern, urban feel with sleek lines and open plazas, while the Oceanfront brings energy with its boardwalk, murals, and lively streets. These locations give families a more contemporary backdrop and create portraits that stand out with personality and style.

Bay Beaches

We photograph families along Virginia Beach’s bayfront, including the relaxed shoreline at Chic’s Beach and the quiet stretches near Shore Drive. These locations offer calm water, soft sand, and a more laid-back atmosphere, giving families a comfortable backdrop for portraits that feel natural and connected.

The Elite Family Photography Gallery

A collection of our photographs with families in Virginia Beach.

A man and woman kissing in a grassy field near a body of water during sunset, with a small child standing nearby covering her face.
Four people standing together on a forest path, smiling, with greenery and trees surrounding them.
A woman with long blonde hair sitting on a blanket in a park during fall, holding a baby. There is a wicker basket beside her and autumn leaves on the ground. The sunlight filters through the trees in the background.
A smiling family of three standing outdoors on a fall day with trees and leaves in the background. The woman is wearing an orange dress, the man is in a green shirt, and the young boy is dressed in a plaid jacket.
A family of four outdoors on a sunny day, a man with a beard carrying a young girl on his shoulders, a woman with tattoos holding a baby girl dressed in white with a blue bow, all smiling and looking at each other.
A family of four outdoors near a body of water, posing together by a large tree during daytime.
A family of three sitting on a sandy beach during sunset, with colorful houses on the dunes behind them and tall grass in the foreground.
A family of three standing on a beach at sunset, smiling at the camera. The father has tattoos on his arm, the mother has dark hair, and their young child is being held by both parents.

Beaches are one of the most popular choices for family portraits in Hampton Roads. Locals, military families, and visitors all love the combination of sand, surf, and wide-open skies.

Sunrise and sunset provide especially beautiful light, making the shoreline an ideal backdrop for natural and memorable family beach photos. A beach session is relaxed, fun, and a timeless way to capture your family.

Elite Family Beach Photographer

A group of five people holding hands and walking outdoors in a park during sunset, surrounded by trees with green and yellow leaves.

Reserve Your Family Session

Meet with our team and we will plan a photography session that captures exactly what you envision, handled with the highest level of professionalism. Together, we will choose a setting you love, whether in our studio or at one of the many beautiful locations across in Virginia Beach.

Experience Elite Photography

A family of four in an outdoor field, with a blue sky and trees in the background. The bearded father is carrying his young daughter on his shoulders, who is laughing and looking upward. The mother, holding a sleeping baby, is smiling and looking at her daughter.
Two children, a boy and a girl, sitting on a forest ground covered with fallen leaves during autumn, with trees in the background and sunlight filtering through.
Family group portrait in a backyard garden, with multiple generations smiling and sitting on a bench, surrounded by greenery.

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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