Sleeping Bear Dunes Family Session


Sleeping Bear Dunes at sunset—there’s really nothing better. This session was everything I love about summer in Northern Michigan.

I spent the evening with the sweetest family of five—Mom, Dad, and their three little girls. The kids were full of energy, running around barefoot in the sand, giggling, and just having the best time together. Their parents were so relaxed and loving—it was easy to see how much fun they all have as a family.

The golden light was absolutely perfect, making everything feel extra magical. We wrapped up the evening with a stop for ice cream, which was the perfect ending to a perfect session. These are the kinds of memories that make me love what I do.


If you’ve been dreaming of a sunset session at Sleeping Bear Dunes, let’s make it happen! I’d love to help you capture moments like this with your family.

Family walking together on sandy beach path with tall birch tree on a sunny summer day.
People walking together on sandy beach dunes during golden hour.
Parent and child share a tender moment on sandy beach dunes at sunset.
Family enjoys time together on scenic sand dunes during sunset.
Family shares intimate moment together on sandy beach hill during golden hour.
People walking along scenic coastal sand dunes at sunset.
Family playing together on sandy beach dunes during golden sunset.
Scenic coastal landscape with sandy dunes and distant cliffs at sunset.
Child in floral dress looking out from wooden deck railing at sunset.
Peaceful coastal landscape with turquoise waters meeting sandy cliffs under soft sky.
Family walking hand in hand up steep sandy dune path during golden hour.
Parent in red polo shirt holding young child wearing floral dress on sandy dunes.
Family enjoying time together on sandy beach dunes during sunset.
Parent and children in matching outfits playing together on sandy hillside.
Family gathered together on sandy slope during outdoor photo session.