Many new parents in Pensacola find themselves looking for peaceful places to grab a coffee, take a stroller walk, or simply enjoy a change of scenery without feeling overwhelmed. As a Pensacola newborn photographer, I often talk with local families about their favorite spots during those early newborn days. Whether you’re a first-time parent or […]
What is a lifestyle newborn session? At-home lifestyle newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your own home and are about the connection and love been your new baby each of your family members and even your pets too! Having a new baby is a sweet time in a families life, one that passes […]
Let’s be completely honest, planning and prepping for a photo session can feel stressful, especially when it comes to what everyone should wear. That’s where I come in. I’m here to help you choose outfits that photograph well and feel comfortable at the beach. Once you arrive for your session you can relax and enjoy […]
Should We Still Be Sending Christmas Cards in 2025? Every holiday season, families everywhere face the same question — should we still be sending Christmas cards? In a world filled with messages, group texts, and social media updates, it’s easy to wonder if the traditional Christmas card still has a place in our busy lives. As a Pensacola […]
When Is the Best Time for a Daytime Session? While sunrise and sunset are traditionally popular, mid-morning and early afternoon sessions offer great lighting. This are especially great for families with little ones on a schedule. At Ann Mangum Photography, I know how to work with the bright midday sun using shadows to create a […]
It’s rare for extended families to gather in one place. With work schedules, school activities, and distance, getting everyone together can feel like an impossible task. This is why capturing these precious moments in photos at the beach with extended family are so important. They capture those rare, cherished moments when multiple generations come together […]
Pensacola Beach is such a wonderful vacation destination for families to gather together in one place. I get so many emails from families who would like to have a photo session while they are together. This is what you call an Extended Family Photo Session. These sessions can sometimes seem chaotic because there are several […]
I think its so important that us moms make sure that we have photos of ourselves. I struggle with this myself, I am always the one taking the photos, telling my family as they groan lets take a photo so we can remember this moment. While they have these wonderful memories I am not in […]
Being pregnant is such a wonderful experience. Capturing this moment before your little one arrives is something a lot of women tend to overlook but is something just so magical about these sessions. You may not think so now but It is something that you will look back on and cherish for your entire life, […]
Have you ever wondered just what are Fresh 48 Sessions? Well, they are a special photo session where a photographer comes to the hospital within 48 hours after your baby is born and documents you and your family with your baby. I find these sessions to be more candid and so very sweet because everyone […]
People ask do I get tired of photographing at the beach during the summer? My answer is NO WAY!! The sun is shining most of the time here, I suppose that is why we are called the Sunshine State. The ocean changes daily, sometimes you can see all the way to your feet and other […]
