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A Sunrise Family Photoshoot on the Beach: A Magical Experience

Sep 102 min read

A Sunrise Family Photoshoot on the Beach: A Magical Experience

Imagine waking up before the world fully stirs, the sky painted in soft pastels as the first light of day gently kisses the horizon. The...

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Melody Coarsey

Aug 203 min read

The Importance of Family Photos

Family photos are like little time capsules. They capture moments that, at the time, might feel ordinary—a holiday dinner, a day at the...

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Family Photo Location Ideas: Choosing Your Home as the Perfect Location for Family Photos

Melody Coarsey

May 283 min read

Family Photo Location Ideas: Choosing Your Home as the Perfect Location for Family Photos

In the era of Instagram and Pinterest-perfect photos, the options for the ideal family photo location can feel daunting. However,...

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Family Photos with a city vibe in Atlantic Beach, Florida

Melody Coarsey

May 71 min read

Family Photos with a city vibe in Atlantic Beach, Florida

Often when families are choosing a location near Jacksonville and St Augustine, Florida they choose a beautiful beach or a park location...

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Sunrise Beach Family Photography in Vilano Beach, Florida

Melody Coarsey

Apr 301 min read

Sunrise Beach Family Photography in Vilano Beach, Florida

It's almost May, which means it's almost summer. Though this sweet family met me in the winter months, this session definitely shows how...

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Lifestyle Family Photography at home in Jacksonville, Florida

Melody Coarsey

Apr 251 min read

Lifestyle Family Photography at home in Jacksonville, Florida

When choosing a location for family photos, many clients first think of our beautiful beaches or parks, but one easy location often...

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St Augustine, Florida Family Photography

Melody Coarsey

Apr 21 min read

St Augustine, Florida Family Photography

Living near the oldest city in America is definitely a perk. A day trip to enjoy the historic buildings, views of the river, yummy food,...

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Beautiful Foggy Morning Family Photography

Melody Coarsey

Mar 261 min read

Beautiful Foggy Morning Family Photography

For some, seeing a foggy morning the day of your family photos may make you think the family photography session won't turn out...

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My TOP 5 PARKS in and around Jacksonville, Florida for Family Photography Sessions

Melody Coarsey

Sep 21, 20232 min read

My TOP 5 PARKS in and around Jacksonville, Florida for Family Photography Sessions

I moved back to the Jacksonville & St Augustine, Florida area in 2016. Prior to this, I had been to a few parks and preserves in the...

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TOP 3 TIPS for an Amazing First Birthday Photos

Melody Coarsey

Sep 12, 20232 min read

TOP 3 TIPS for an Amazing First Birthday Photos

The first year of your baby's life can be a whirlwind. It goes by so fast, with all the love, so many firsts, finding your groove as...

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Melody Coarsey

Aug 24, 20231 min read

Why do a Mommy & Me Family Photoshoot?

As moms we have A LOT on our plate. We take on many things, sometimes because we have to, sometimes because we just do, and we do it all...

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Sunrise Beach Family Photoshoot near Jacksonville, Florida

Melody Coarsey

Aug 15, 20231 min read

Sunrise Beach Family Photoshoot near Jacksonville, Florida

It's not secret if you follow me on Instagram or Facebook that I am NOT a morning person, BUT I absolutely LOVE a good sunrise family...

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TOP 3 REASONS to do a Multi-Generational Family Photoshoot

Melody Coarsey

Aug 3, 20231 min read

TOP 3 REASONS to do a Multi-Generational Family Photoshoot

You may think, " I do family photos every year with my family so I can capture the children growing", BUT what about a family photoshoot...

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Family pictures for a large group in historic St Augustine, Florida

Melody Coarsey

Aug 1, 20231 min read

Family pictures for a large group in historic St Augustine, Florida

When your whole family gets together, whether on vacation or for a celebration, you don't often think to hire a photographer for family...

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Melody Coarsey

Jun 22, 20231 min read

Jacksonville Family Photographer

As a family photographer in Jacksonville & St Augustine Florida, I meet so many wonderful families at all stages of life. Families...

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Beach Family Photographer in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

Melody Coarsey

May 25, 20231 min read

Beach Family Photographer in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

Family Photos don't have to just be your core family. As a beach family photographer (and really just everywhere family photographer,...

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Family Photos on Vacation at your Resort? Yes Please!

Melody Coarsey

May 16, 20231 min read

Family Photos on Vacation at your Resort? Yes Please!

Since 2020, many families have been asking for a family photography session while visiting Jacksonville and St Augustine Florida....

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Annual Family Photos while on Vacation? Yes please!

Melody Coarsey

May 9, 20231 min read

Annual Family Photos while on Vacation? Yes please!

So, as a family photographer there are so many families I see every year. Typically, that is in the Fall for Fall Family Photos before...

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First Birthday Photos in Downtown St Augustine Florida

Melody Coarsey

Apr 25, 20231 min read

First Birthday Photos in Downtown St Augustine Florida

One thing that as a family photographer, is the most flattering, is when clients return to you. This sweet family met me in 2020 when we...

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First Birthday Photos in Jacksonville, Florida

Melody Coarsey

Apr 4, 20231 min read

First Birthday Photos in Jacksonville, Florida

Celebrating your little one's first birthday is such a special milestone in life. It all goes by so quickly, but is filled with so many...

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