Large & Multi Generational Family Photographer in Myrtle Beach

Family Reunions, Extended Families and Three Generations on the Beach

As a large family photographer in Myrtle Beach, Pasha Belman photographs family reunions, extended families and three-generation groups on the beaches of Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island and Litchfield Beach. Usually, groups of 10 to more than 30 people meet him right outside their beach rental or resort, and every session is planned around your headcount, the light and the people who need a little extra care, from grandparents to toddlers. You get one big group photo everyone will frame, a set of photos for each family, and the real moments between cousins, siblings and grandparents.

Extended family of 29 people, from grandparents to a baby, posed on the sand dunes at Wild Dunes Resort in Isle of Palms — 29 people, three generations, one easy evening at Wild Dunes on Isle of Palms.

Getting 20 or 30 people in one place, dressed, smiling and looking the same way is the part most families worry about. Fortunately, Pasha has photographed large families on this coast for more than 20 years, and he is a dad of two girls himself, so the session runs on a plan instead of on luck.

Large Family Photographer in Myrtle Beach by the Numbers

Families planning a reunion or a week at the beach with everyone usually ask the same few things first. So here is the short answer for large family photography in Myrtle Beach and along the Grand Strand.

10 to 30+ people. Extended families, reunions and three or four generations in one session.
20+ years. Pasha has photographed families on the South Carolina coast since 2005.
288 five-star Google reviews. A 5.0 rating from families, couples and seniors.
1 hour before sunset. The softest light of the day, so nobody squints in the group photo.
2 to 3 days. Your private online gallery arrives fast, and every family in the group can download their photos.

Large family reunion photo in front of a beach club gazebo — 22 people, three generations, every face easy to see.

How Pasha Keeps a Large Family Session Easy

A big group photo does not have to feel chaotic. These four things keep a large family session in Myrtle Beach calm, quick and fun for everyone, from the oldest grandparent to the youngest toddler.

Groups of 10 to 30 and more. Tell us your headcount and how the families are related. Then Pasha builds the photo list around it, so nobody waits around wondering when it is their turn.
Grandparents stay comfortable. Short walks, firm sand and a seated pose when it helps. Also, grandparents are photographed first, while everyone is fresh, and get their own photos with the grandkids.
Toddlers get to be toddlers. Little ones play first and pose second. As a result, the big group photo happens in a few quick minutes, and the candid moments come from letting kids run, dig and splash.
Clear, friendly direction. Pasha tells everyone where to stand and what to do with their hands, so the photos look natural without anyone having to know how to pose.

Grandmother hugging her two grandsons during a family beach session

Grandfather kissing his granddaughter on the cheek

Family cuddling and laughing in the sand

How We Pose Extended Families of 10 to 30 People

Every large family session follows the same order, so the most important photos are taken while everyone is fresh and the fun comes at the end. This is how a multi-generational family session on the beach comes together, step by step.

1. The full group first

Everyone together while hair is neat, shirts are clean and the little ones are still happy. That way, Pasha gets this photo in the first few minutes.

Multi-generational family in pastel outfits on the beach — 12 people, three generations, the full group photo taken first.

Large family on a wide beach in front of oceanfront homes — 12 people on a wide beach, with room to spread out.

2. Each household

Next, every family in the group gets its own set of photos, from couples to parents with their kids, so everyone goes home with a family portrait of their own.

One household photographed on its own during a large family session

Three generations in blue and white outfits on the beach

Young family snuggling in the dunes in golden light

3. The generations

Grandparents with all the grandkids, the adult siblings together, the cousins, and grandparents on their own.

Grandparents sharing a kiss on the beach house porch

Three adult brothers in matching hats at a family reunion beach session — 3 adult brothers get their own photo too, matching hats optional.

Grandfather holding his baby granddaughter at sunset

Two sisters holding hands at the water at sunset

4. Sunset candids

Finally, walking along the shore, kids splashing in the waves and the real laughter that happens once the posed photos are done.

Family walking in the surf at sunset in Myrtle Beach

Brother and sister holding hands at the water's edge

Parents and kids holding hands walking on the beach

How a Large Family Session Works

Large family photos in Myrtle Beach come together in four simple steps. You tell us who is coming, and Pasha plans the place, the time and the order of every photo before anyone steps on the sand.

Headcount and planning. Send your dates, where you are staying and who is coming. Then Pasha plans the session around your exact group size and the photos you want.
The right beach. First of all, a big group needs room. Pasha picks a wide, quiet stretch of beach with clean backgrounds, such as Litchfield Beach, Pawleys Island or a state park, close to where you are staying.
A clear photo order. Grandparents and the full group first, then each family, the cousins, the siblings and the grandparents with every grandchild, before little ones get tired.
Gallery and wall art. After that, your edited photos arrive in a private online gallery within 2 to 3 days, ready to download and share, with prints, albums and wall art available.

Whether your gathering is 10 people or a 30 person reunion, your price is confirmed before you book, with no hidden fees. Get pricing for your group.

Multi-generation family photo on the beach in Myrtle Beach

Large Family Sessions on the South Carolina Coast

These are real reunions and multi-generation sessions photographed by Pasha Belman, from a family of 7 in Myrtle Beach to 29 family members at Wild Dunes on Isle of Palms. Open any session to see the full gallery.

Family Reunion at Wild Dunes Resort · 29 people · Isle of Palms

Family reunion of 29 people in soft pink, white and blue, kids kneeling in front, by the sea oats at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms

Three Generations at Huntington Beach State Park · 13 people · Murrells Inlet

Three-generation family of 13, grandparents, three couples and five kids, in white and blue at Huntington Beach State Park

Three Generations at Litchfield by the Sea · 15 people · Pawleys Island

Three-generation family of 15, eight adults and seven kids, walking in navy, blue and pink at Litchfield by the Sea

Grandparents, Two Families and Four Grandkids · 10 people · Myrtle Beach

Family of 10, grandparents, two couples and four kids, in blue, white and khaki at the waters edge in Myrtle Beach

Extended Family by the Pier · 9 people · Myrtle Beach

Extended family of 9, grandparents, two couples, a teen, a boy and a toddler, by a fishing pier in Myrtle Beach

A Yearly Family Beach Tradition · 7 people · Myrtle Beach

Family of 7, grandparents, mom, dad and three young grandchildren, in pink and white by the dunes in Myrtle Beach

Extended Family Photos at Your Beach House

Most large families who come to Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island or Litchfield Beach rent one big beach house together. In fact, the easiest session starts right there: everyone gets ready at the house, walks over the dune to the beach, and the little ones can go back inside as soon as their photos are done.

Extended family seated together on a beach house porch — 13 people on the beach house porch, a great backup spot when the wind picks up.

In addition, Pasha checks the beach access, the tide and the light at your rental before the session, and suggests a nearby beach if yours is too crowded or narrow. These are the places where large families stay and gather most often:

Wild Dunes Resort and Isle of Palms. Big reunion rentals with dunes and wide beaches near Charleston.
Litchfield by the Sea. Oceanfront condos and homes on a wide, quiet beach.
Pawleys Island. Historic beach houses and south end rentals with calm sand.
DeBordieu Colony. A private beach community near Georgetown.
Huntington Beach State Park. Open natural beach with room for the biggest groups.
Dunes Golf and Beach Club homes. Oceanfront homes in Myrtle Beach close to the beach access.

Similarly, golf and beach clubs work well. A clubhouse lawn or a gazebo gives a big group a clean background and shade while everyone gathers.

Grandparents surrounded by all of their grandchildren at a family reunion — 14 people: the grandparents with all of the grandkids.

Family reunion of three generations in front of a beach club

Grandparents and Grandchildren Photos

For many families, the photos of grandparents with every grandchild are the reason for the whole session. For that reason, Pasha keeps the walk short, seats grandparents when it helps, and makes time for a few quiet photos of just the two of them before the kids take over.

Grandparents with their grandkids sitting in the dunes — 5 people: grandparents with their three grandkids in the dunes.

Grandfather playing with his grandkids on the beach

What to Wear for Large Family Photos

The easiest way to coordinate three or more households is to choose three soft coastal tones and let each family mix and match within them. As a result, it looks put together in every photo, and nobody has to buy identical white shirts. Three color palettes that work well on the beach:

Coastal Blue and White: navy, slate blue, white, soft beige
Warm Sunset Neutrals: cream, warm taupe, soft sage, terracotta
Soft Sea Glass: seafoam, powder blue, ivory, light sand

Large family dressed in white and neutral tones by the water — 10 people in white and soft neutrals, calm and simple on the sand.

Also, add one pattern per family at most, and skip big logos and neon colors. For outfit ideas and color boards, see what to wear for beach family photos.

Three generations of a large family standing together on the beach in Myrtle Beach — 15 people, three generations, dressed in blue and white.

Extended family laughing together on a wide Grand Strand beach

Tips for Large Family Beach Photos

A little planning makes a big group look calm and put together. In fact, these are the same tips Pasha sends every large family before their session in Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island or Litchfield Beach.

Pick two or three colors. Choose a simple palette, like white, sand and soft blue, and let each family mix it their own way. Matching shirts are not needed. See what to wear for beach family photos.
Plan around golden hour. The hour before sunset gives soft, warm light for everyone. Sunrise is a quieter choice in summer. The Myrtle Beach sunset calendar shows the time for your date.
Feed the little ones first. Plan the session after naps and snacks, and bring a favorite toy or treat. Happy kids make the whole group photo easier.
Use the beach for height. In a group of 20 or more, the back row disappears on flat sand. Pasha uses dune walkovers, beach stairs and gentle slopes to lift the back row, so every face is seen.
Seat the grandparents in the middle. A grandparent seated at the center gives the whole group a natural anchor, and the families build out from there by household.
Make a short must-have list. List the groupings that matter most, such as each family, the cousins and the grandparents with all the grandchildren. Pasha photographs the list first, then the fun.

Parents carrying their kids on their shoulders on the beach

Family with kids riding on shoulders at sunset

More Photos From Large Family Sessions

Every family in the group goes home with photos of their own. For example, these are a few more moments from extended family sessions on the beach, from couples and young families to cousins and grandkids.

Parents walking hand in hand with their kids at sunset

Couple walking along the shore with their toddler at sunset

Mom and dad hugging their daughter by the ocean

Mother with her three children on the beach at sunset

Brothers doing a fun pose by the water during a reunion session

Extended family with grandparents and grandkids on the beach at sunset

Large Family Photographer in Myrtle Beach FAQ

Answers to what families ask most before booking a large family or reunion session in Myrtle Beach, from group size and timing to beach rentals and when the photos arrive.

Group Size, Reunions and Timing

How many people can be in a large family photo session?

Pasha photographs groups from about 10 people to more than 30, including a reunion of 29 family members at Wild Dunes on Isle of Palms. So tell us your headcount when you inquire and the session will be planned around it.

Can you photograph our family at our beach rental?

Yes. Many large families are photographed on the beach right in front of their rental or resort. In addition, Pasha will check the beach access, the light and the tide for your date before the session.

What is the best time of day for large family photos?

The hour before sunset gives the softest light and keeps everyone from squinting. However, early morning is a quieter option in the busy summer months, and it works well when little ones go to bed early.

Do you photograph family reunions?

Yes. Pasha is a family reunion photographer for groups who travel to Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island and Litchfield Beach for a week together. Also, reunion sessions include the full group, each household, the cousins and the grandparents with every grandchild.

Beaches, Grandparents and Booking

Which beaches work best for big groups?

Wide beaches with room to spread out and clean backgrounds work best, such as Litchfield Beach, Pawleys Island, Myrtle Beach State Park, Huntington Beach State Park and quieter stretches of North Myrtle Beach.

How do you photograph grandparents who cannot walk far?

Pasha chooses a spot with a short, easy walk from parking or the rental, uses firm sand near the water, and brings in seated poses so grandparents stay comfortable in every photo.

When will we receive our large family photos?

Family galleries arrive in 2 to 3 days in a private online gallery, where every family in the group can download and share their photos. In addition, prints, albums and wall art are available.

How do we book a large family session?

Send an inquiry with your dates, where you are staying and how many people are coming. We will reply with availability and current pricing.

Bring the Whole Family Together

Ready to book a large family photographer in Myrtle Beach? Tell us your dates, where everyone is staying and how many people are coming. Pasha will suggest the best beach and time for your group and reply with availability and current pricing.

Planning your own session? See our main family photography page, read what to wear for beach family photos, or check your date.