Shutterbug: 17 Pictures to Take at the Beach
Got a family vacation to the beach in your future? Chances are you'd like to get some really great pictures of your family along the way, but well-meaning intentions don't always pan out if mama's not prepared. Whether you want them perfectly poised or completely candid, you don't need to be a professional to capture a few picture-perfect moments. So check out these ideas for must-take beach photos on your next trip. Source: Flickr user Damian Gadal
Headshots
I love taking close-ups of my tots at the beach. The natural lighting combined with the fun, beachy look almost always churns out a prized photo. Source: Flickr user The Bywaters
Getting Down and Dirty
Kids love getting down and dirty at the beach — and the sand will wash off, but a picture memorializing the moment will last forever. Source: Flickr user Mike Baird
Bird Chasing
Where there are birds, there are kids chasing them — and it can make for a special photo opportunity. Source: Flickr user thejbird
Sandwriting
Another fun way to memorialize your trip is to write in the sand and capture it. Got a new writer in the family? Even better! Source: Flickr user Jamie
Beachside Bonding
Don't forget to snap a few images of special moments had on the sandy shores, in or out of the water. Source: Instragram user Mike Baird
Stunning Silhouettes
Beachside sunsets are not only beautiful, but they provide the perfect lighting for a really stunning silhouette shot. Source: Flickr user Damian Gadal
Family Walk
A sweet family walk (or staged walk) along the beach often makes for a great photo. Source: Flickr user laura dye
Footprints
Footprints in the sand are a great way to capture time spent at the beach. Even better, take a shot of the family's footprints lined up next to each other. Source: Flickr user vicki watkins
Shoes in the Sand
Your kiddos' shoes resting on the sand while they play in the distance might just end up being your favorite family beach photo ever. Source: Flickr user Sebastian Schille
Show Off Shadows
Again, the lighting at the beach is ideal for getting artistic and capturing shadow play. Source: Flickr user bricolage 108
Fun With Perspective
Let your fam's goofy side out in the wide-open spaces, and don't be afraid to snap a few fun perspective shots. Source: Flickr user Ashley
Remarkable Reflections
The sandy shores provide great backdrops for getting some images of remarkable reflections of your children at the beach. Source: Flickr user Henry Burrows
Focus on Treasures
You might not want to tote home every treasure she found during your trip, but take a few pictures of a few choice items, and you'll have them with you always. Source: Flickr user Peter Giordano
Sandy Feet
Leave the sand at home all while capturing the essence of the beach: sandy toes. Source: Flickr user _SiD_
Feet in the Sand
Pictures of family members' feet in the sand are great — especially if you make a yearly trip to the beach and you can take the same picture each year. Source: Flickr user Shannon
Family Flip-Flops
Capture the family's flips-flops lined up while everyone plays. Source: Flickr user kewfriend
Good Family Portrait
Whatever you do, be sure to take some time to try to get a good family portrait. Source: Flickr user Chris A