Second beach in Middletown, RI has so much to offer, not the least of which is an incredibly stunning photography backdrop! I love it here any time of day, but sunset has my heart for sure.
This couple wanted a photo session that was fun and romantic, with a beach vibe. They traveled quite a ways to me once they saw my portfolio, and it seems like Mother Nature appreciated the effort because she put on quite a show during their session! The sky lit up! And it matched her outfit perfectly.
For engagement and couple sessions on the beach, I always start with some posed images (but just a few!). After that it's all walking, running, and playing on the beach. I will often have clients walk towards me, and then do it again after a few tweaks to their posture or arm placement to make things *just right*.
In order to have the best lighting, plan for an engagement session when low tide and sunset times match up, then back up a little incase we get the always-possible Newport fog roll in. Sometime we get a lot of cloud cover, sometimes none. Either way the lighting and background is pure magic!
Added bonus - even in the summertime, crowds disperse and parking is free after 5pm!
For more information on Second Beach, visit their info page on Discover Newport:https://www.discovernewport.org/listing/sachuest-beach-(second-beach)/330/
Location: 315 Sachuest Point Road Middletown, RI 02842.