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Where First Coasters Share the beauty of our beach communities

meet the creatives, makers, and everyday heroes making this place extraordinary – from Amelia Island to St. Augustine.

February 25, 2026 12:12 pm

Beautiful Imagery & Inspirational Stories

If you love this place and the people who make it special, welcome home. It’s a party, man.

Join photographer Glenn Shuck as he shares his perspective through Glenn’s Lens and celebrates the creative First Coasters making a difference – from Amelia Island to St. Augustine

February 25, 2026 12:12 pm

Stories & Articles

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Crystal Ball Photography

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Let it Glow

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Fridays Walk

Photographer: John Tesh

Letting The Locals Have The Right Of The Way

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Cumberland Island

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo
Location: Georgia

2023 Wavemaster Polar Plunge Jax Beach

Photographer: Christopher Stone

Sunny Daze

Photographer: Cindy Hodge
Location: Neptune Beach

Lifeguard Chair at Sunrise

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Morning Storm Clouds and Rainbow

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Togetherness

Photographer: Deborah Freiden

Friday’s Colors

Photographer: John Tesh

Eagle in the Pines

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Jacksonville

Swamp Puppy

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Hanna Park

The Ocean is Calling

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Naval Station Mayport

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Mayport
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Community Events

Our favorite art markets, fun things to do, live music, & more ...

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Life through a Lens

Barkside Grooming and Spa

1985 Coffee & Events

Cutest little coffee shop at the beach.

Eggboy

Jacksonville’s favorite breakfast sandwiches

Vanessa Kromer | Luxury Travel Agent

Luxury Travel, Perfected.

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We help small businesses increase profit!

Awe Yesh Shrimp Company

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First Coast Comedy

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Creative Designs Of Jax

Here at Creative Designs we offer YOU a place to create the space of your dreams!

Schultz Roofing

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Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Sliders Oyster Bar

Every Plate Has A Story

Beach Diner

Voted Jax’s #1 Diner

Safe Harbor Seafood

From the boat to your plate

Nature By Ronnie

Fine Artist & Instructor – Oil Painting

Safe Harbor Seafood

From the boat to your plate

Sliders Oyster Bar

Every Plate Has A Story

Beach Diner

Voted Jax's #1 Diner

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Nature By Ronnie

Fine Artist & Instructor - Oil Painting

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Crafting Community Connections.
One Story at a Time.

WHAT’S YOUR STORY?

At First Coast Life, we don’t just promote local creatives & businesses – we catapult them into the heart of our community through visual storytelling.

2026 Message From Our Publisher ...

Thanks for stopping in! After five+ years of celebrating First Coast creatives, FirstCoast.Life is evolving.

We’re still your guide to the people, places, and experiences that make our region special – but now with a distinct point of view. Mine.

COMING SOON: Through three new content pillars – Zenn Glenn (inspirational), Shuck and Awe (humorous photo stories), and The Spotlight (Glenn & Friends) – I’m joining the conversation I’ve been curating. Think of it as a variety show: I’m the host, but you’re still the stars.

From Dave Barry-style observations of beach parking chaos to quiet meditations on morning tides, from spotlighting local photographers to featuring neighborhood hidden gems – these pages reflect both my lens and our collective First Coast spirit.

Whether you’re a native or new to the area, welcome to the 2026 edition of your community hub. It’s still about celebrating everything good here. Just with more personality.

Glenn Shuck – Publisher & Photographer
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publisher@firstcoast.life

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