Shandon Smith Photography

05/07/2026

Summer is just around the corner and it’s my favorite time for beach sessions... sun-kissed skin, warm salty breeze, and late sunsets! If you’ve had a session with me before, you know I love that easy breezy vibe — nothing posey or structured, but it’s also not all on you. I’ll guide you through everything from start to finish to create a beautiful collection of images that capture your essence. I have a number of dates and times available over the next few months, so let’s chat and bring our vision to life!

JUNE 2, 17, 18

JULY 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21

AUGUST 2, 3, 4

Dates listed above are for sunset, but other dates/times may be available too! Send me a message and we can take a look! Perfect for Family, High School or College Seniors, Women, Mother & Child, or even headshots/content.

Collections begin at $325 with just $100 deposit to hold your spot!

05/07/2026

Summer is just around the corner and it's my favorite time for beach sessions... sun-kissed skin, warm salty breeze, and late sunsets! If you've had a session with me before, you know I love that easy breezy vibe -- nothing posey or structured, but it's also not all on you. I'll guide you through everything from start to finish to create a beautiful collection of images that capture your essence. I have a number of dates and times available over the next few months, so let's chat and bring our vision to life!

JUNE 2, 17, 18

JULY 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21

AUGUST 2, 3, 4

Dates listed above are for sunset, but other dates/times may be available too! Send me a message and we can take a look! Perfect for Family, High School or College Seniors, Women, Mother & Child, or even headshots/content.

Collections begin at $325 with just $100 deposit to hold your spot!

11/27/2025

I am feeling extra grateful this Thanksgiving. 🤍 As I gradually re-entered the photography world, you have all welcomed me back with so much patience, enthusiasm, and love. This is the first busy season I’ve had since May of 2018 and it has been incredible. I had no idea just how much I missed being behind the camera — even spending hours editing!

I appreciate my past clients for not only returning, but for referring others to me too. I can’t believe how much your children have grown and it means the world that you held a space for me! And to my new clients — thank you for trusting me to create an experience for you. You have all been such a joy to get to know and I look forward to documenting more seasons for you. I am beyond thankful for each and every one of you who invited me to capture your world and unique spirit. And I can’t wait for what comes next!

May you all have a beautiful Thanksgiving and take time to treasure all the things you’re grateful for. Love to you all! 🤍

10/03/2025

Hello, weekend!!! I hope everyone had a great week! Mine has been busy, but productive. But so happy tomorrow is Saturday and we can sleep in a little bit, assuming my husband's internal alarm doesn't go off. (Like many couples... one wakes up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed while the other needs time to wake up. (If you know us, you know who likes to sleep in the most! 🙋‍♀️) Don't get me wrong, I like to fully enjoy the weekend, but I do stay in bed a little longer when I can! We have some stuff around the house to tackle, but do plan to spend time with friends and watch lots of football! Big weekend for Florida teams... can UF pull off a win against Texas? And I may not be an FSU fan, but Rob is and they are playing Miami, so I'll be cheering for the Noles (Ihowever, I refuse to do the chop and sing that awful war chant!😂)

A couple updates for you!

🍂Fall Mini-Sessions in St. Augustine and Gainesville/Alachua are almost sold out but I still have some openings. Reach out to me and let's compare calendars!

🎓2026 Senior girls, I have already started scheduling sessions, so let me know ASAP if you are looking to schedule something for this fall or in the spring so we can get you on the books! These are some of my most favorite sessions and I'd love for you to experience it!

I hope you all have a great weekend! GO GATORS!! 🧡💙

09/30/2025

09/30/2025

The First Annual Play Like Coop Golf Tournament was a success! This event, created to benefit the Cooper Lyles Foundation, honors the memory of a beloved son, brother, and friend by empowering student athletes and underprivileged youth in St. Johns County, through scholarships and charitable donations.

Follow this link to like and support The Cooper Lyles Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/share/17Rrv2rmnT/?mibextid=wwXIfr

09/30/2025

09/16/2025

🍂I'm getting so excited for fall and happy to share that I still have some availability for full and mini-sessions! At this time, these are the dates that are free, but reach out to me ASAP if there is another date you'd like to reserve. I do have a number of weeknights available.

ST. AUGUSTINE AND VICINITY

🌻Parker Flower Farm Mini-Sessions | Elkton, FL
Sunday, October 19th - morning and evening spaces available
(20-25 min session, up to 6 people. 10 digital images of your choice with option to order extras. $249)

7:30am
8:00am
8:30am
5:00pm - Reserved
5:30pm - Reserved
6:00pm - Reserved

🌊The following dates are available for 30, 60, or 90-minute sessions in your choice of St. Augustine locations, such as the beach, downtown, salt marsh, or your home (dates with an * indicate low tide and good option for Matanzas Inlet). If no time is listed, that means we can coordinate it based on the session type/length you choose:

Friday, 10/17 6:00pm - Reserved
Thursday, 10/23 4:40pm - Reserved
Friday, 10/24 5:00pm - Reserved
Saturday, 10/25 am
Saturday, 10/25 pm - Reserved
Sunday, 10/26 7:30am - Reserved

Friday, 11/7 pm*
Saturday, 11/8 am
Saturday, 11/8 3:45pm and 4:40pm - Reserved
Sunday, 11/9 pm - Reserved
Saturday, 11/22 am - GAINESVILLE AVAILABILITY
Sunday, 11/23 am/pm - GAINESVILLE AVAILABILITY

Are you interested in a session in Gainesville? Please see other post for dates, times, and locations.

09/16/2025

I'm heading back to Gainesville for my Fall Mini's!! I am overwhelmed by the response I've received about doing sessions in Gainesville this fall and I can't wait to see so many of you again... families I've been photographing since 2008! That's 17 years ago!! I've captured newlyweds, expectant mamas, newborns, big brothers and sisters, documented birthdays and extended families... so many memories. So after a number of you asked if I would be back in Gainesville, and then had a big response to my post about it, I've set up some dates and times!! These are specific dates and locations, but know that I'm always happy to plan a session on a day that's not listed. Just let me know!

For my Fall Mini-Sessions, I have these dates, times, and locations:

LaChua Trail | NE Gainesville
This is such a gorgeous location and I'm still obsessed with sessions I've held here!! The setting is organic and natural and the lighting is so yummy!

Sunday, 11/9 SOLD OUT ❤️ thank you 🥰
4:00pm - Reserved
4:30pm - Reserved
5:00pm - Reserved

Rembert Farms | Alachua, FL
If you have been to the Rembert Farms, then you know why I am returning for these special mini-sessions. There is something different about this place and you feel it as soon as you turn down the drive. Tree lined road, fields, and wooden areas make this location so unique and I can't wait to be back!

Saturday, 11/22
7:30pm
8:00am
8:30am

Sunday, 11/23
7:30pm
8:00am
8:30am
3:45pm - Reserved
4:15pm - Reserved
4:45pm - Reserved

20-25 minute session
Up to 6 people ($25 for each extra person)
10 digital images of your choice, with option to order extras
Phone consultation
$249

Message me with your top 3 choices, all first come first serve and $100 holds your spot!

09/08/2025

GAINESVILLE FRIENDS 🌼 I am considering holding some mini-sessions in Gainesville this fall! If this is something you’d be interested in, please let me know! I haven’t finalized dates or locations, just wanted to put some feelers out because a couple past clients have inquired about it! Comment or message me directly and let me know what you think! 💁🏼‍♀️