Hotel del Coronado Family Photos | An 80th Birthday Beach Celebration

When her parents flew in from Dallas, Kim surprised her mom with an entire weekend of 80th birthday celebrations, ending with the grand finale on the beach . . . a photo session for the whole family! Kim said that having these precious moments professionally captured was the perfect way to end their special time together. She found me through the concierge at the Hotel del Coronado Beach Village, and I was so honored to be able to help capture their family’s last fun evening on the beach!

Kim wrote such a wonderful Google review: “What caught my eye and initially impressed me about Amy’s portfolio was her unique use of natural light . . . I especially loved the reflection photos in the water. When planning this family photo session, I had a vision for photos that would serve dual purposes—a Christmas card for our big family, but also a Christmas card for my brother’s family. It was a ‘gift to the entire family,’ as I saw it. I also envisioned my parents and family members turning the photos into a statement piece.”

“In talking to Amy ahead of time, she was empathetic and personable, and she asked lots of questions before the shoot so that she could come prepared. She asks every family member’s name, relationship, ‘gotchas,’ where they’re from, etc, and when she arrives, she calls everyone by name. She references familial relationships. She speaks with kindness. She is focused on keeping things moving and getting the best shot, but also very engaged in ensuring she connects with her audience. She captivates their attention and is empathetic to someone in the group that might be having trouble.”

Thank you for the gift of such a sweet review, Kim!! I loved how your session turned out, and I can’t wait to see you and your family again sometime!

Extended family group of nine people standing at Hotel del Coronado courtyard garden with white building and pool
Senior couple posing together at Hotel del Coronado with white building and courtyard pool in background
Young couple at Hotel del Coronado courtyard in front of white-columned structure with greenery
Couple kissing at Hotel del Coronado courtyard near white columns with lush landscaping
Man, woman and two children at Hotel del Coronado courtyard with white building and pool
Child in blue denim shirt sitting by pool edge smiling at Hotel del Coronado
Child in light blue and white plaid shirt sitting on pool edge at Hotel del Coronado
Two adults and senior man standing at Hotel del Coronado courtyard during golden hour
Man and small child playing on beach at sunset near lifeguard stand at Hotel del Coronado
Woman crouching with toddler on beach at golden hour with ocean waves in background
Child climbing lifeguard stand in blue denim shirt and tan cargo pants at sunset
Young child in light blue and white plaid shirt standing on lifeguard stand at dusk
Two adults and children on beach at golden hour near lifeguard tower at Hotel del Coronado
Woman in white dress with two children wading in shallow ocean water at sunset
Man and woman with two children playing in sand at sunset with lifeguard stand visible
Large family group of eight on beach at golden hour beside lifeguard stand at Hotel del Coronado
Couple close together on beach at sunset with lifeguard stand silhouetted in background
Couple gazing at each other on beach at golden hour near lifeguard stand
Couple embracing on beach at sunset with calm ocean behind them
Couple kissing on beach at golden hour with soft warm light
Woman and two children running on wet beach sand at sunset
Family of eight walking together on beach at golden hour
Couple in shallow water on beach with water reflection below at sunset
Couple in close embrace in ocean at sunset with gentle waves around them
Man carrying woman on beach at sunset with Hotel del Coronado building visible
Woman standing alone on wet beach in white dress at sunset with landscape behind
Man in pink linen shirt standing on wet beach gazing out at ocean at dusk
Man, woman and two children wading through shallow ocean on beach at golden hour
Two children holding hands on wet sand with ocean waves behind them at sunset
Senior woman and man embracing in shallow ocean water at sunset
Senior woman alone on beach wearing blue patterned dress smiling at sunset
Two women holding hands on wet beach sand with water reflection at sunset
Close-up of two women embracing on beach at sunset with ocean behind
Silhouette of family group standing on beach at dusk with lifeguard stand

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