easy
1–2 hours
Minimal physical exertion required; a gentle walk along the beach is typical
Experience the serene beauty of Hilton Head Island at dawn with a personalized photography session. Capture stunning family or engagement photos with up to 75 beautifully edited images that preserve your most special moments.
Up to 60 minutes • Photos while the sun rises over the ocean!
Experience the magic of sunrise on Hilton Head Island with a professional photography session. Capture stunning family portraits, engagement shots, and candid moments as the sun rises over the ocean. Enjoy a personalized shoot with up to 75 edited images in a private gallery, creating memories to cherish forever.
Get your photo taken on the beautiful Hilton Head Island beach as the sun rises. We offer family photos, senior portraits and engagement photos!
You’ll get up to a 60 minute with the photographer. All of your photos will be professionally edited after your shoot, and then added to your online gallery where you can purchase prints or downloads, if you want all the high-resolution digital downloads the additional cost is $249.
Time is based on the sunrise and is subject to change. Please be there 5 minutes before scheduled time.
We usually start our shoots by the water and then move to the dunes as the sun rises. We do a full number of combinations including but not limited to the list below. Please keep in mind your photographer will ask what you are looking for, every shoot is different and we are looking to provide you with the photos you would want to hang over the fireplace.
Up to a 60 minute professional photography session
25-75 edited images from the shoot uploaded to a private online gallery for easy viewing. The number of photos depends on your family size, number of people and what kind of photos you are looking for. We focus on good quality photos not hundreds of photos you will never want to hang on your wall.
Option to purchase prints or digital downloads directly from your online gallery.
You can purchase all of the high-resolution digital downloads for an additional cost of $249.
Have questions? Check out our FAQ page.
Please keep in mind at the beach there will be wind, sand and water. We have no control over the natural environment of the location. Please dress for the beach location.
We schedule the shoot time based on the sunrise, if you are late you will miss the best shots of your shoot. You will not be given a refund or discount because you arrive late.
If weather is an issue we will reach out to you, please keep in mind weather conditions change a lot on Hilton Head.
If we need to cancel because of weather we will try and reschedule you, if we are not able to find a time that works for both of us you will receive a full refund.
Schedule your session well in advance to secure a spot and catch the perfect dawn light in all its glory.
Wear light, neutral colors that complement the soft morning sky and bring layers for cooler temperatures before sunrise.
Stay on designatd paths and avoid disturbing local wildlife while moving around the beach for shots.
Early morning visitors may find fewer parking spaces; consider arriving 15 minutes early for ease.
Hilton Head Island has a rich history as a 19th-century Gullah community, preserving African American heritage and culture.
Local efforts focus on protecting fragile dune ecosystems and marine life through responsible tourism and beach preservation.
Bring your preferred device to capture personal behind-the-scenes moments during the shoot.
Essential for cool, pre-sunrise temperatures during spring mornings.
spring specific
Helps to blend beautifully with the natural coastal hues and enhances photo quality.
Ideal for walking on sand and beach paths without discomfort.