Why Summer Is the Best Time for Stunning Laguna Beach Family Portraits

June 21, 2022

Why Summer Is the Best Time for Stunning Laguna Beach Family Portraits

Sunshine, long days, and sandy toes—summer is the perfect season to plan your Laguna Beach family portraits!  With soft golden light, laid-back schedules, and everyone in vacation mode, it’s the ideal time to book a beach session with a professional Orange County family photographer. Whether you're a local family or visiting Laguna Beach for a luxury getaway, a beach portrait session is a fun, meaningful way to capture your family’s joy and connection. Laguna Beach offers breathtaking backdrops, from crystal blue waves to rugged cliffs, making it the ultimate setting for timeless family photos. In this post, we’ll share why summer is the perfect time for beach portraits—and how to make your Laguna Beach family photo session a beautiful, stress-free experience.

A man is holding a woman in his arms on the beach.
A boy and a girl are sitting on a rock on the beach looking at each other.

Top 5 Reasons to Book Your Laguna Beach Family Portraits in July



If you're thinking about booking a family beach photo session this summer, July is one of the best months to do it! Here’s why so many families choose this time of year for their Laguna Beach family portraits:

  1. Flexible Schedules
    With school out and summer vacations in full swing, your family’s calendar is likely more open—making it easier to coordinate the perfect beach photo session.
  2. Golden Hour After Work
    Thanks to late sunsets (around 8 PM!), you can schedule a weekday session after work and still enjoy that dreamy, golden-hour light that makes 
    Laguna Beach beach portraits so magical.
  3. That Sun-Kissed Glow
    Let’s be honest—everyone looks better in the summer! A little natural sun-kissed color and relaxed energy make for beautiful, confident portraits you’ll love for years.
  4. Summer-Ready Wardrobe
    Warm evenings mean you can wear that perfect sundress, linen shirt, or lightweight outfit that looks amazing in beach photos—without worrying about layering up.
  5. Exclusive Summer Session Discounts
    July is also the only time we offer our 
    Signature Summer Beach Sessions at a special rate—available exclusively to our email subscribers and online followers. These discounted sessions are limited and book quickly, so click here to get access and secure your spot!
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The very BEST reason to book your family beach photo session in July? Blue Sky’s Signature Summer Beach Sessions! These exclusive sessions are held at some of the most breathtaking locations for Laguna Beach family portraits, including Picnic Beach, Table Rock Beach, and even the stunning San Clemente State Beach. Each session includes a professional beach photography experience, 25 custom-designed Blue Sky’s holiday cards (choose from 8 beautiful designs with personalized colors and fonts), and a mounted 8x10 gift print—perfect for displaying at home or gifting to a loved one. For a limited time, you’ll also gain access to our Signature Collection special pricing, making this the perfect opportunity to capture your family’s summer memories with a trusted Orange County family photographer. Don’t miss out—these limited sessions go fast!

Two little girls are standing on a beach holding hands.
A family is standing on a rock on the beach.
A family is posing for a picture on the beach with a dog.

WIf you would like to learn more about Blue Sky's Studio and see samples of our work, be sure to head to our main website.

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