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Serving Corolla, Duck, Carova, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, the entire New Jersey New York metropolitan area, and everywhere in between!

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Real Corolla Photo Sessions – What They’re Actually Like

Real Corolla Photo Sessions – What They’re Actually Like

You’ve seen the dreamy portraits, the golden skies, the giggling kids. But what’s it actually like to have a photo session on the beach in Corolla, NC?

If you’re picturing stiff poses or awkward silence—breathe easy. My sessions are the exact opposite. As a full-time family photographer in Corolla NC, I’ve built my approach around making your session feel fun, relaxed, and beautifully real.

Here’s a little peek behind the scenes.


Step 1: We Chat Ahead of Time

Before we even hit the beach, I’ll get to know your family a bit—who’s coming, how you vacation, what kind of moments matter to you most. I’ll also help you choose the best time (usually golden hour!) and location for that perfect Corolla backdrop.

You’ll get a full prep guide with outfit tips, what to bring, and how to keep the kids excited instead of overwhelmed.


Step 2: The Session – Light, Easy, and Totally You

When we meet, we’ll walk out to the sand, and then… you just get to be.

I’ll gently guide you into flattering light, give fun prompts, and then capture what unfolds—hugs, laughter, maybe a few sandy toes. No stiff poses, no “say cheese.” Just connection.

This is the part where I usually disappear into the background and let your family shine. That’s how the best Corolla beach family photos happen.


Step 3: After the Sunset, I Get to Work

Within days, I’ll curate a gallery of your most beautiful, joy-filled moments—edited with care to reflect the warm tones and natural feel of the Outer Banks. Every image tells a part of your story.


What Real Families Say

“My husband is not a photo guy, but by the end, he said it was the most relaxed session we’ve ever had.”
“My kids didn’t even realize we were taking photos—they were just having fun on the beach!”
“This is exactly how I want to remember our OBX trip.”

That’s the kind of feedback I live for!


Why It Matters

As one of the trusted Corolla photographers, my goal is to capture more than smiles. I want to capture how your vacation felt. The breeze. The laughter. The little moments you’ll never want to forget.


Ready for Your Own Corolla Session?

Let’s make your memories last—naturally, beautifully, and joyfully.

📸 Call or Text me anytime at: 908-313-6995 for more information 

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I’ll be back to you in a flash (haha no pun intended!)


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Lots of images of large, medium and small family groups on and off the beach in New Jersey and Corolla and Duck and the entire Outer Banks of North Carolina. There are also many images of sunrises, sunsets and surfing photos in the Outer Banks, along with a mix of dog and pet photography, business portraits and headshots from sessions in New York City and all over New Jersey. Lots of fun photos from my journey.

click here to check them out on my instagram page!

Lorenz Fine Photography

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corolla nc hackettstown nj and everywhere in between!