Good Harbor Beach, Michigan


Just outside of Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes is one of my most requested backdrops for family photography sessions. And can you see why? It's so beautiful, and this family was lucky with the best weather! The sweetest people and the beautiful beach setting made for the perfect documentations of their summer memories.


This family of six, with four little ones under the age of eight, was full of joy and energy throughout the session. Watching them run along the dunes, chase each other in the sand, and love on their parents during the sweet, candid moments made the shoot a breeze. The kids were full of personality, each one adding their own charm to the photos.


The golden hour light was the perfect touch, giving the photos that dreamy feel we always pray for during summer sessions! It’s moments like these that remind me why I love doing family sessions at sunset. There’s something magical about capturing those last moments of daylight, especially when it’s with a family so full of love and energy.


The Sleeping Bear Dunes provided not only the stunning scenery but also the perfect space for these kids to play and be themselves. I love that this family just relaxed and enjoyed each other in the moment!

A sun-drenched beach scene capturing a tender moment between someone in white and a child in blue.
A playful moment on the beach between someone and a small child in a blue dress.
A family walking hand-in-hand along a scenic beach at sunset in coordinated outfits.
Family playing and dancing together on a sandy beach at sunset with light flowing dresses.
Family holding hands while walking together on beach sand near ocean at sunset.
Family exploring the water's edge together on a peaceful beach during sunset.
Sweet tender moment shared between parent and child on sandy beach.
Joyful embrace between parent and child kneeling on sandy beach.
Loving family sharing tender moments together on beach during sunset photo session.
Child running and playing on beach sand during golden hour with ocean in background.
Parent sharing playful moment with baby on sunny beach.
Happy moment between parent and baby on sunny beach with joyful expressions.
Young child in light blue ruffled dress posing confidently among beach grass.
A light blue summer dress catches the golden light as someone poses on a sandy beach at sunset.
Two figures play in the shallow water at the beach during sunset with hills in the background.

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