Coordinated Colors and Patterns -

Light Colors: Opt for whites, pastels, or light blues that complement the beach setting.

Avoid Loud Patterns: Stick to simple designs to keep the focus on the family and the scenery. Best to avoid graphic-t's or items with bold logos.

Avoid Fine Patterns: Small checks, stripes, and tight patterns can cause a moiré effect, which appears as a wavy or distorted pattern in photos. Choose solid colors or larger patterns to avoid this issue.

Coordinated Outfits: Choose outfits that complement each other without being too matchy-matchy.

Comfortable Clothing:
Flowy Dresses for Women: Perfect for a casual and romantic look.

Casual Attire for Men: Think shorts or or khakis if pants and light shirts for a relaxed vibe.

Comfortable Clothes for Kids: Ensure kids wear something they can move around in easily.

Barefoot or Sandals: Barefoot looks natural on the beach; if wearing shoes, opt for casual sandals.

Hair and Makeup:
Natural Look: Go for a light and natural makeup style.
Hair: Keep it simple and manageable, styled so the style would be resilient should there is more than an ocean breeze.

Layer Up:
For cooler moments depending on the time of year, a light cardigan sweater or shawl may be nice to have on hand.

Rest Well: Ensure everyone gets a good night’s sleep before the shoot to look fresh and energized.

Hydrate: Drink plenty of water leading up to the session to keep your skin looking its best.

Grooming: Take care of haircuts at least a week before in case someone needs time to adjust. Shaving and nail care a day or two before the session. A natural nail color is a good choice.

Outfits: Finalize selections, press + hang

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Location:
Adjacent to Crescent Beach State Park off Kettle Cove Road, Cape Elizabeth.

Features:
Sandy cove enclosed by rocky ledges and beautiful coastal views.
Grassy area off parking area adjacent to ledges and beach

Parking:

Crescent Beach State Park

Location:
109 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, eight miles south of Portland off Route 77 (also called Bowery Beach Rd.).

Features:
Mile-long crescent-shaped sandy beach with beautiful coastal views.

Park Hours: Open all year; 9:00 a.m. to sunset daily unless otherwise posted at the gate.

Parking:

Location:
Off Route 77 on Two Lights Road, Cape Elizabeth, one-half mile east of Crescent Beach State Park.

Features:
Walking area and paths with sweeping views of Casco Bay and the open Atlantic from atop rocky headlands. No sandy beach meeting ocean.

Entrance Fees: Collected year-round at the entry booth:

Maine Residents:

Adults (12-64 years): $4.00
Seniors (65 and older): $1.00
Children (5-11 years): $1.00
Children under 5: Free
Non-residents:

Adults (12-64 years): $6.00
Seniors (65 and older): $2.00
Children (5-11 years): $1.00
Children under 5: Free

Park Hours: Open all year; 9:00 a.m. to sunset daily unless otherwise posted at the gate.

Parking:

A white sandy beach along the Scarborough River channel, Ferry Beach is somewhat protected from ocean waves by the jetty located on the other side of the channel.

Location: Ferry Road, Scarborough, Maine
Maintenance: Public beach; the Town maintains the beach area, parking lot, and facilities.
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Food/Snack Bar: Snack cart
Trash: Barrels provided
Picnic/B-B-Q Facilities: No
Parking: Municipal parking lot is located at the end of Ferry Rd. (off Black Point Rd.).
Parking lot collection hours from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Parking lot open from sunrise to sunset.
Seasonal Beach Parking Passes available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
Fees:
$15/day for passenger cars and motorcycles;
$45/day for RV’s, buses, and campers
End of Day (3 PM to 5 PM) $5 for passenger cars and motorcycles

Parking:

A sandy beach located within a quaint residential neighborhood that dates back to the late 1800’s.

Maintenance: Private with public access; the Higgins Beach Association and the Town maintain the beach area, parking lot, facilities.
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Food/Snack Bar: No
Trash: Barrels provided
Picnic/B-B-Q Facilities: None
Parking: Municipal parking lot is located at 41 Ocean Ave. (off Route 77/Spurwink Rd.); limited street parking also available on Bayview Ave.
Parking lot collection hours from 5:30 AM to 6 PM.
Parking lot open from sunrise to sunset.
Fees: $15/day for passenger cars and motorcycles
No parking for RV’s, buses, and campers
Seasonal Beach Parking Passes available at the Town Clerk’s Office
No street parking at Higgins Beach year-round with the exception of designated spaces on Bayview Avenue.
Type of Sand: White sandy beach

Willard Beach is a 4 acre beach that runs between Fisherman’s Point and the campus of Southern Maine Community College. A stroll on the beach offers marvelous views of Casco Bay and nearby islands. The thoroughfare immediately in front of the beach is the most popular route for boats entering and leaving Portland Harbor. You are apt to see a large variety of commercial and recreational boats coming and going. In the summer months, visitors can enjoy city provided amenities including a beach house with restrooms, a snack bar and showers. A nearby lot off of Willow Street offers parking.

Walkers can combine their stroll on the beach with a hike along the adjacent Spring Point Shoreway, which provides opportunities to explore Fort Preble and Spring Point Light.

If you are arriving by car, the best place to park is in the lot located on Willow Street. If that lot is full, (a common occurrence in summer months), you may want to try to find a spot on the SMCC campus (take Fort Road all the way to the end).