St. Petersburg Tampa Bay Beach Photography Sessions

I’m known for making beach sessions easy and relaxed, with plenty of direction so you never have to wonder what to do.

Beach sessions—especially at sunset—are my specialty and most requested service. I create vibrant, true-to-life portraits with the Gulf Coast as your backdrop, using professional lighting to make both you and the sunset look incredible.

What’s Included in Your Session

Every session is thoughtfully planned and guided from start to finish.

Help choosing the best beach location for your group
Custom timing based on sunset + lighting conditions
Posing and direction throughout your session — no practice or preparation needed
A mix of candid and posed images
Professional editing
Shareable gallery with high-resolution images ready for print and download

You show up, I handle the photography, and you get to enjoy the experience.

Why Clients Choose Me

🌅 Sunset Photography – Sunset is my specialty. I know how to photograph you and the sky so you get vibrant, true-to-life colors instead of a blown-out sunset behind you.

⚡ Off-Camera Flash (OCF) – I use professional lighting to keep you looking great as the sun goes down. I’m often one of the last photographers still shooting on the beach because I can work with the light long after most photographers have packed up.

🙋‍♀️ Easy, Guided Sessions – You don’t need to know how to pose or worry about looking awkward. I’ll direct you throughout the session, while still giving you plenty of room for natural interactions and candid moments.

📆 Perfectly Timed – Sunset times change throughout the year, so I schedule your session around the exact light we need. Morning sessions are available too.

🖼️ Images Worth Printing – Your gallery includes high-resolution images ready for printing, wall art, albums, and sharing online. I also remove distracting objects and beachgoers when needed.

Large Family & Multi-Family Sessions

Large groups are one of my specialties. I regularly photograph extended families, multiple households, grandparents, kids, and groups traveling together.

These sessions require more direction and coordination, and I know how to keep everyone moving without making the experience feel chaotic.

And because getting 10, 15, or 20+ people looking perfect in one frame isn’t always realistic, I can combine the best expressions from multiple images when needed. The result is a polished group photo where everyone actually looks their best.

Ideal for

Family Portraits
Maternity & Babymoon
Proposals & Engagements
Couples Sessions
Solo Portraits (Glamour or Natural)
Senior Photos
Anniversaries
Beach Weddings
Girls Trips & Travel Sessions

Session Options

I offer full-length beach sessions as well as a limited number of 30-minute sessions Monday–Thursday and select last-minute availability.

👉 Check out my Session Options on the Investment Page

Ready for your beach session?

Whether you’re bringing the whole family, celebrating a milestone, traveling with friends, or simply want beautiful photos of the people you love, I’ll guide you through the process and take care of the photography.

👉 Planning your session? Check out my blog: What to Wear to Your Beach Session

📩 Ready to book your Tampa Bay beach photography session? Contact me here, or use the contact form below.

Xina Scuderi Photography

5.0

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Logan Tharp

00:02 24 Dec 25

Xina was amazing to work with and helped me plan my engagement perfectly! She was very easy to communicate with and fast to respond. The photos look amazing!

Becky Scott

18:59 22 Dec 25

Xina did professional headshots at an event for us. The experience was great, she took time and did several poses with everyone. The photos turned out fantastic, best headshots I've ever had!

Monika Spadlo

02:21 19 Dec 25

Xina Scuderi Photography was amazing to work with! Very easygoing, professional, and incredibly creative. Everything was done on time, and I absolutely loved my pictures. Highly recommend!

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02:05 13 Nov 25

Had the most wonderful experience being photographed by Xina with my family for a Fall photoshoot at Gallaghers. She is so easy to work with, makes everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera and is a ton of fun to be around. Highly recommend her for your next event or photoshoot. Her turnaround time was fantastic and the vast array of images presented to us was amazing. Can’t speak more highly of her, both in her technical skills/shooting/editing etc and also her as a person/artist/creative. Five stars all day long! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Jenny Roberts

17:23 24 Sep 25

Just received the most incredible photos from Xina! She captured my beach yoga class so BEAUTIFULLY—the colors of the sky and ocean stood out in such a powerful way and truly elevated our presence. I was blown away by her dedication and artistic approach—she put so much passion and effort into shooting from different angles to capture the energy of our yoga and sound bath class. She even edited out a distracting sign in the background and enhanced the colors so everything looked even more magical. The turnaround time was so fast, and I felt completely supported by her throughout the process. Xina isn’t just a photographer, she’s an artist, and I’m so grateful to have her talent behind the lens. If you’re in St. Pete—especially if you’re dreaming of stunning sunset photos at Upham Beach—you absolutely need to connect with her!

Laura Lawler

15:13 21 Sep 25

Xina did a beautiful job capturing pictures of my family on a nature outing!! The colors were gorgeous and so were the pictures 🙂 thank you!!

Todd Watts

00:58 15 Sep 25

We setup a sunset photo session, we like to have family photos every couple of years, and Xina made this session so special. We could not be happier with the pictures, and with her directions and her professional attitude on having fun while getting these bits of history inked in digital medium. If you want a great set of pictures during the sunset she is the one to call.

Thank you Xina

Stacy Beaton

23:20 13 Sep 25

WOW WOW WOW!!! I am at a loss for words! Your work is immaculate! These images are BEAUTIFUL and exceeded my expectations!! Thank you sooo much!

Shantel Terry

17:44 08 Aug 25

We booked a session while on vacation and really appreciated how easy she made the process. She met us right outside our hotel, which fit perfectly into our schedule and made it effortless on our part. She blended into our day without any stress or time-consuming planning. The photos captured our trip nicely and were a convenient way to get some family shots without having to arrange a big photo session.

Response from the owner 13:41 13 Aug 25

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I’m so glad the session felt easy and stress-free—that’s exactly what I aim for. While some photographers spend a lot of their clients’ time on outfit planning, props, and storytelling concepts, I keep my sessions simple so you can enjoy the moment without extra calls, consultations, or preparation. I want the process to fit naturally into your day, capture authentic memories, and give you beautiful photos without taking you away from your vacation. You are such a beautiful family, and your photos turned out absolutely spectacular—it was a joy to capture those moments for you!

Austin Wable

20:49 04 Aug 25

Xina took our engagement photos in Clearwaters, on the beach, during sunset, and it went so well ! We were first timers and never had gotten our pictures done professionally, and she was very patient with us . She worked very well with our awkwardness haha . if we are ever back in Clearwater , we would book her again and I recommend her to anyone else interested in getting their pictures done

Response from the owner 01:49 07 Aug 25

You were awesome. Love a couple with beautiful eyes! So easy to direct. Thank you for booking.

Georgia Hardage

18:01 02 Aug 25

Xina did an excellent job photographing our baby girl for her 1/2 birthday! We had family portraits taken with her at The Vinoy in the tea garden which was a perfect location! Xina was very professional and knew exactly where we should pose to get the best results. She even sang silly songs to our baby to get her to look at her and it worked!

We were so impressed with the quality of the photos we received. They came out better than we expected and will be treasured forever! We are going to have to get some of them printed to hang up in our home. They are worth every penny! We can’t recommend Xina enough for any of your professional photography needs.