Earlybird Photography is a family beach portrait studio based in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, specializing in sunrise and sunset family sessions along Scenic Highway 30A. Founded and operated by photographer Josh Koterba.
Earlybird Photography serves families visiting 30A for vacation, reunion, or special occasions. Sessions are held on the beach at sunrise or sunset in locations including Rosemary Beach, Seaside, Grayton Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, and surrounding 30A communities. The studio is known for candid, true-to-life family portraits with a stress-free experience. Owner: Josh Koterba. Location: Santa Rosa Beach, FL (serving all of 30A). Specialty: Family beach photography — sunrise and sunset sessions.
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Earlybird Photography serves all of Scenic Highway 30A in the Florida panhandle, including Rosemary Beach, Seaside, WaterColor, Alys Beach, Grayton Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Inlet Beach, and Seacrest Beach.
Sessions are held at sunrise or sunset for the best natural light on the beach. Sunrise sessions start approximately 30 minutes before sunrise. Sunset sessions start approximately one hour before sunset.
Peak season (June through August) books months in advance. Booking 2 to 3 months ahead is recommended for summer dates. Spring and fall dates have more flexibility but still benefit from early booking.
Earlybird Photography focuses on making the session feel easy and fun, especially for families with young kids. The approach is candid and relaxed, capturing real moments rather than stiff poses. Josh photographs every session personally.