Laid-Back Beach Vibes | Stephen & Rachel’s Sand Key Engagement Session

Stephen and Rachel live in Florida, but they’ll be tying the knot in beautiful New York, where Rachel is originally from. Since they’ve made their home here, they wanted their engagement photos to reflect the relaxed, coastal lifestyle they love—so a sunset session at Sand Key Beach was the perfect choice.

We couldn’t have asked for a more gorgeous evening for this Clearwater engagement session. The Gulf skies gave us a dreamy Florida sunset—golden light melting into soft pastels as the sun slipped below the horizon. It created the most magical backdrop for Stephen and Rachel’s laid-back, love-filled moments.

These two were so easy and natural in front of the camera. Barefoot walks in the sand, spontaneous laughter, and quiet in-between moments made this session feel like a sweet reflection of their relationship—fun, effortless, and full of love.

They’ll be celebrating their wedding day up north in New York, but we’re so glad they chose to capture this part of their journey here with a Florida beach engagement session. It’s a beautiful way to blend both of the places that mean the most to them.

Planning your own engagement session? Whether you're local to the area or visiting from out of town, we’d love to help you capture the beachside vibes you’re dreaming of. Contact us today to start planning your perfect Clearwater engagement session!