Hey there! I’m so happy that you found your way to this blog post. Chances are that if you stumbled upon this blog, you love the Jersey Shore! I’m Danielle! I’m a New Jersey family photographer. Taking Jersey Shore pictures is one of my favorite type of photos to capture. So many of my families ask “are photos as the Jersey Shore worth it?” My answer to that question is “Yes!” And here is why…

a family sitting on the beach at Sandy Hook , NJ

Jersey Shore Pictures Are Limited

What do I mean by limited? Taking family pictures at the Jersey Shore is seasonable. There are only a solid few months out of the year where a Jersey Shore session is possible. Yes, you can take pictures in the winter months, but would that be a good experience? The cold and wind would make for a miserable time so that is why I only schedule Jersey Shore pictures during the summer months. So since these photos are so limited, it makes it so much worth the wait and the investment!

A family posing at Sandy Hook Beach in New Jersey

Jersey Shore Pictures are Breath-Taking at Sunset

Oh how I love sunsets at the Jersey Shore! Especially, when the sun sets right over the water. There are select beaches in New Jersey where you can catch the sunset over the water. And those are beaches that usually have a bay side. So a lot of the barrier beaches are great options…Long Beach Island, Sandy Hook, Seaside Heights, The Wildwoods, and Cape May are all wonderful options. In my opinion, there is nothing more beautiful than a sunset at the beach, and what better way to capture that than is with a family session!

A family giving a giant hug on the beach at Sandy Hook, NJ.

Jersey Shore Pictures Make Wonderful Memories

So many of my own family pictures are at the Jersey Shore. And that’s because we spend a lot of family vacations there. Whenever I look back on these photos, I’m reminded of all the wonderful times I’ve spent with my family while vacationing at the beach. So if you’re planning a vacation at the Jersey Shore; definitely look into getting family pictures taken. It will not only be reminiscent on the time you spend at the session, but the time you spent on the entire vacation. Trust me, you will not regret it!

A family walking on the beach at Sandy Hook New Jersey.

And that’s it! Family pictures at the shore are near and dear to my heart because the beach is one of my favorite places in the world. I absolutely love taking photos there; and I believe they are worth every penny. So if you’re planning a trip to the famous Jersey Shore; consider booking a family session. You can send me a message here. I’d also love to connect over on instagram!

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Newborns

Newborn sessions are taken in the comfort of your own home. Sessions are scheduled one - three weeks after the baby's birth. Photos include the whole family and are mostly candid. Little props are used.

maternity 

Maternity Sessions are taken between 28-34 weeks. Sessions are taken at golden hour (one hour before sunset.) Poses include individual images of the mama to be, and poses with a spouse/partner. 

families

Family sessions are taken at golden hour (one hour before sunset). Poses are mostly candid & organic; although some posed images will be sprinkled in. 

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My name is Danielle. I started Danielle Stio Photography in 2021. There is something about being an entrepreneur that really motivates me. This is more than a hobby for me. It is a passion and a calling.
I started this business at a very dark time in my life. I was searching for meaning and purpose and I found that through photography. My hope is that I can put a smile on my clients faces not only during their session , but after their session; and especially when their gallery is delivered.

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