RICHARD FAMILY PHOTOS IN NEWPORT BEACH

Playful father and son enjoying a sunny day at Crystal Cove State Park in Southern California.
Happy family portrait, Crystal Cove State Park, California.

Richard family photos in Newport Beach were a blast to capture! Brydie wanted to add some sparkle to their Anaheim vacation, and a family photoshoot at Crystal Cove was the perfect solution. This place is a photographer's dream – gorgeous beaches, tons of space for the kids to run around, and some of the most amazing views. The Richards were so much fun, we managed to get all of the pictures we wanted in under 2 hours. If you're ever in Southern California and want to capture some amazing photos, I highly recommend a photoshoot at Crystal Cove State Park!

Family beach photoshoot at Crystal Cove State Park, California. Mom in white dress with husband and two sons.
Little boy in suspenders being held by his father at the beach.
Cute little asian boy in suspenders standing next to his father in Newport Beach.
Happy family smiling for a beach portrait at Crystal Cove State Park, California.
Young boy smiling at his family around him.
Romantic couple portrait, Crystal Cove beach, California.
Husband and wife dancing at sunset in Newport Beach.
Husband and wife embracing at sunset in Newport Beach.
Father and son talking at Crystal Cove.
Family beach photoshoot at sunset in Crystal Cove State Park, California. Father and son embrace with ocean view.
Father and son walking the beach at Crystal Cove at sunset.
12 year old boy making a funny face at his mom.
Woman talking to her young son at the beach during family photoshoot with Venya Manzyuk.
Young Asian boy in suspenders running down the beach screaming.
Young Asian boy in suspenders sitting down in the sand at Crystal Cove.
Two boys exploring tide pools at Newport Beach.
Little boy in suspenders sitting down in the sand and doodling.
A man leaning over his son at the beach.
Asian man holding his son up in the air.

WHY CRYSTAL COVE STATE PARK TAKES THE TOP SPOT FOR FAMILY PICTURES

Located between Laguna Beach and Newport Beach, Crystal Cove State Park easily takes the number one spot for family beach pictures. I've photographed many families there over the years, and every time I return for a photoshoot, I get excited.

Crystal Cove almost seems surreal. Stretching 3.2 miles down the coast, every bit of that distance offers a unique vibe. The south end of the beach is more subtle and mellow, while the north end brings drama from every angle.

I recommended this beach to the Richard family, and they were thrilled. The kids had plenty of room to run around and explore, and there was just the right amount of empty space for the parents to get some romantic couples photos. I was even surprised at how cool some of the photos turned out!

White shirt with suspenders on a kid.
3 boys sitting down on a big rock at Crystal Cove State Park.
3 boys having a conversation at the beach.
Two cousins sitting down at the beach talking.
Asian boy in a white shirt posing for a portrait at the beach.
Young kid running away from his father at Crystal Cove state park.