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The Carter Family | Palm Beach Family Portraits
Palm Beach Family Portraits at Bethesda by the Sea
On Saturday, August 19th, Andrew and I had the pleasure of capturing the Carter's Palm Beach family portraits! The Carters have been our dear friends for nearly a decade and in April of this year, they added a new member to their family--Clayton James! He is such a joyful baby and they are the cutest family! You might remember their Christmas portraits from last year when Brooke was rockin' a cute bump! Now C.J. is here and we were honored to capture their first family portraits!
When Frank and Brooke asked us to be C.J.'s godparents we were, and still are, so honored! He is such a fun little one and we love this excuse to spoil him a bit! I think he already knows that when he comes to Rina & Rino's (our official nicknames) house my camera is bound to come out and he smiles for me almost everytime!
If you're wondering how our nicknames came about... Well, Brooke and I came up with them because they are short for madrina and padrino which is the name for godmother and godfather in Spanish and Italian. Since I am Cuban, speak Spanish and we were in Italy when he was born we thought the names were fitting! Plus it's fun to have a unique nickname! Now let's see if C.J. actually uses it when the day comes!
Frank and Brooke, thank you for being our dear friends! Watching you both step into this new season as parents has been such a joy and privilege to witness! You both are amazing parents!! We are so thankful for you guys and we hope you enjoy your first family portraits with C.J.!
Bethesda by the Sea
Our session began at Bethesda by the Sea in Palm Beach, FloridaThe first set of smiles from C.J.
Second Location
After capturing a handful of lifestyle family portraits at Bethesda by the Sea, we hopped in the car and just drove North until we found our next location! The first set of photos brought out my favorite smile from C.J.
Our session ended with glowy golden light at this gorgeous spot!
The details that brought these Palm Beach family portraits together:
Location: Bethesda by the Sea
Photography: Crystal Bolin Photography
Elisa + Brian | Red Reef Beach Engagement
Red Reef Beach Engagement in Boca Raton, Florida
On Saturday, August 12, 2017, Andrew and I had the pleasure of documenting Elisa and Brian's Red Reef Beach Engagement in Boca Raton, Florida. Their session was filled with sweet smiles and gorgeous beach scenes! They chose Red Reef Beach and Park because it has been a special place to them, for a while. They will also be tying the knot here in May 2018!
Elisa and Brian are such a sweet couple! They were referred to us by a mutual friend of ours (Thanks, Sheri)! These two were constantly laughing and beaming! It is always nice having a joyful couple in front of my camera!
Elisa and Brian, thank you so much for allowing Andrew and I the pleasure of capturing your engagement photos! It was so nice meeting and working with you both! We are so excited to document your wedding next year!
Our session began along the upper deck at Red Reef Beach and Park.
A spot where they have watched many sunrises together.
This is the spot where they may be saying "I DO" in MAY!
Then while they changed into their second outfit it was time for some ring shots!
Next, we walked down to the beach for a few casual portraits.
We finished our session relaxing with the ants on a grassy hill...oops! ;) Thanks again Elisa and Brian! We hope you enjoy your engagement photos! See you in May!
The details that brought this Red Reef Beach Engagement together:
Location: Red Reef Beach & Park in Boca Raton, FL.
Photography: Crystal Bolin
Priscilla + Esteban | 25th Wedding Anniversary Family Portraits
25th Wedding Anniversary Family Portraits in Palm Beach, Florida
On Sunday, August 6th, 2017, Andrew and I had the pleasure of documenting Priscilla and Esteban's 25th wedding anniversary family portraits! Priscilla was referred to us by Danielle whose photos we had taken the week before! When Priscilla and I chatted for the first time she told me about her idea of doing an elegant family portrait shoot in honor of her and Esteban's 25th wedding anniversary!
We then chatted about outfits and locations. She described their outfits and explained how she wanted an elegant location. One of the first places that came to mind was Bethesda by the Sea! The second look was still elegant but was going to be a bit more casual. We quickly began talking about The Flagler Museum, and The Palm Beach Lake Trail right next door! And just like that, the locations were set!
The session started at Bethesda by the Sea where we capture their more formal portraits. Their elegant attire fit perfectly with the venue and couldn't have been any more perfect! When it was time to head to the second location they changed into their second outfits which incorporated more colors that really popped against the grand Flagler Museum gate. As if their session couldn't get any better they also brought their ADORABLE poodle, named Penny who was also dressed to impress--pearl necklace and all!
Priscilla and Esteban, thank you for allowing us the honor of documenting such a wonderful milestone in your love story. It was truly a pleasure meeting you and your family! We hope to work with you again in the future!
Bethesda by the Sea
The details that brought these 25th wedding anniversary family portraits together:
Locations: Bethesda by the Sea, The Flagler Museum, and The Palm Beach Lake Trail
Photography: Crystal Bolin
Danielle + John | Palm Beach Maternity Photos
Palm Beach Maternity Photos at Worth Avenue & the Flagler Museum
On Thursday, July 27th, 2017, Andrew and I had the pleasure of working with Danielle and John again to capture their Palm Beach maternity photos! Their session took place on Worth Avenue and just outside the Flagler Museum in Palm Beach, Florida.
You may remember John and Danielle because we captured their engagement photos and their wedding day over two years ago! Having them back in front of our camera was the best! They are such a sweet couple and a pleasure to work with!
We love being a part of our couples' journeys through life. Being a part of the wedding day is an honor but it's just the beginning. When we are welcomed back to capture every momentous milestone in our couples' lives is the true honor.
Thank you, Danielle and John, for allowing us the pleasure of being a part of another special time in your lives! We wish you all the best in this wonderful new season of life and can't wait to meet John Jr.!
We started our session on Worth Avenue, Palm Beach.
Then we headed over to the Flagler Museum for a few shots in front of the elegant black gate! How cute are they!?
Love these next shots! Just before sunset, we walked over to the Palm Beach Lake Trail to capture some sunset portraits overlooking the inter-coastal!
The details about these Palm Beach maternity photos:
Locations: Worth Avenue, the Flagler Museum & the Palm Beach Lake Trail
Photography: Crystal Bolin