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A Birthday in Coastal Style, with a Special Family

07/23/2020 | By: Rya Duncklee

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I was so excited and honored when this family was referred to me by wonderful, regular clients of mine! This is an amazing family that wanted to be captured as they are, on the coast. The vibe of their family ensemble is the epitome of Florida cool, laid back and stylish. Of course, I wanted to capture each member of their family in their own unique way! I especially loved the girls' dresses and how the beautiful scenery showcased their light and airy style. I chose a few of my favorite images to share here, as well as the family's short family film; it was so hard to narrow down imagery! Keep scrolling to see my favorites and to view their short family film! I hope you are inspired!

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blonde mom sitting in the sand, holding Down syndrome baby, Ryaphotos

beautiful parents and Down syndrome toddler, coastal family session, Rya Duncklee

I fell in love, so to speak, with this gorgeous mama the minute I read her inquiry. The warm feel of her words, and identifying with her fertility struggles myself - it was like this family was calling my name! 

curly haired blonde mother holding her baby boy with Down syndrome, Rya Duncklee photography

sun flare behind mother holding her toddler with Down syndrome, Florida beaches with white sand

family of six photographed on the beach at sunset, Florida coastal session

two year old milestone session, mom and baby boy, motherhood session on the beach

What are your goals for your session? I want to capture the love we have for each other, and the joy a child with Down syndrome brings a family. We are stronger, closer, and happier because of the special little boy God blessed us with.

teen portrait, teen portrait session, tween portrait, tween portrait session

teen girl portrait, teen girl portrait session, Florida tween portraits

Someday, when your children own these images and look back on their childhood, what would you like them to see reflected there? I hope they remember being unconditionally loved and valued.

Florida teen portraits, Florida tween portraits, child portraiture on the beach

three girls, three daughters, three sisters, sisterhood portrait on the beach

mom playing with little boy on the beach, mother and son with Down syndrome

I could have photographed this family all summer! They're light and breezy and I love how palpable their adoration for one another is. 

dad and little boy with Down syndrome, father and son with Down syndrome

parent portrait on the beach, couples portraits in Florida, Florida sunset

Lastly, one thing I really loved about this session was that it was a celebration of Hudson's second birthday! When you have your fourth and final child at the age of 43, a statement like this session says something! Capturing the fun this family has together is exactly why I do what I do. This session is a showstopper! 

mom and dad walking along the beach at sunset, mother and father walking together

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