A pregnant woman in a long purple dress stands in the shallow ocean waves at sunset, smiling as the sun sets behind her over the water.

Oregon Coast Family Photos | Mel + Alec

We were thrilled to photograph my sister Melissa’s maternity session at Manzanita, Oregon, one of the most scenic spots on the Oregon Coast. Planning a shoot here is always an adventure, thanks to the unpredictable weather. Luckily, we were graced with a stunning sunset that added a magical touch to the images. It was a bit breezy, but the entire family embraced the wind, making for some truly memorable and authentic moments.

One of my favorite highlights was capturing the kids splashing in the water—this playful scene reminded me of my own childhood spent at the beach. It’s clear that Kylie has inherited our family’s love of the ocean, just like her aunt Amber! If you’re looking for dreamy coastal maternity photos, Manzanita’s golden shores offer the perfect setting for a session you’ll cherish forever.

Smiling family of four with a pregnant mother, father, and two young daughters in white dresses, posing on a sandy beach with driftwood and sunlight in the background.

Pregnant mother in a floral dress standing barefoot in the sand as her young daughter in a white dress gently kisses her belly, surrounded by tall beach grass and a serene background.

Pregnant woman in a floral dress standing by tall beach grass, smiling softly at the camera with a warm sunset and sandy beach in the background.

Pregnant mother in a floral dress holding hands with her two young daughters in white dresses, standing barefoot in the sand surrounded by tall beach grass at sunset.

Pregnant woman in a floral dress standing barefoot in the sand, smiling warmly, surrounded by tall beach grass with a serene coastline in the background.

Smiling family of four with a pregnant mother, father, and two young daughters in white dresses, standing barefoot on a sandy beach surrounded by tall grass and distant hills.

Pregnant couple sharing a kiss in front of tall beach grass, with the mother cradling her belly and the sandy coastline softly lit in the background

Two young sisters in white dresses smiling and holding hands, standing barefoot in the sand surrounded by tall beach grass with hills in the background.

Father smiling with one daughter standing by his side and the other playfully held upside down, surrounded by sandy dunes and tall beach grass with hills in the background.

Young girl in a white dress walking barefoot on the beach toward her mother in a purple dress, with a serene sunset over the ocean in the background.

Pregnant woman in a purple dress cradling her belly, standing barefoot on the beach at sunset, while a child in a white dress walks along the shoreline.

Pregnant woman in a purple dress smiling warmly, standing on the beach at sunset with her hair blowing in the breeze and the ocean waves in the background.

Pregnant woman in a purple dress standing in shallow ocean waves at sunset, smiling warmly with the colorful sky and horizon in the background.

Young girl in a white dress playing in shallow ocean waves at sunset, with a dramatic sky and gentle waves in the background.

When planning your Oregon Coast session a few things to remember are:

The weather Is very unpredictable, no matter what time of year it is. We have had sessions in winter that are sunny and 65 and sessions in summer that are rainy and 50 with a ton of wind.
Make sure you arrive early for sunset photos as the walk out to the ocean can take 10-15 minutes before you find the perfect spot.
When you arrive at the location you choose, it could seem fine when you get out of the car but be very windy down by the water.
Make sure you bring extra clothes if you want to get into the water for some of your photos. You should plan to do those photos last.
Wear sandals while walking out to the ocean as the sand can be hot, then take them off to get photos on the harder sand and in the water.
If you have small children and/or pets, have another adult come to help keep an eye on them so you can enjoy the session. Also bring treats for the dogs so they will have a great experience.
Make sure everyone goes to the restroom before walking down to the water.

Oregon Coast Family Photos

Oregon Coast Family Photos | Mel + Alec

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