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Amelia Island · Atlantic Beach · St. Augustine · and Everything In Between

August 10, 2026 11:12 am

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

August 10, 2026 11:12 am

Stories & Articles

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St. Augustine Lighthouse

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: St. Augustine

Scaly Friend

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo
Location: Guana Reserve

Cumberland Island

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo
Location: Georgia

First Coast Postcards – Inspired by vintage Florida postcards of yesteryear

Photographer: Layla Neal
Location: Florida

“Surf’s Up, Dude!”

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Hanna Park

Morning Surf

Photographer: David Venier

First Ray of Sunshine

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Historic St. Augustine

Photographer: D Alan Kloppenburg
Location: St. Augustine

Lensball Photography

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Welcome Home, the USS Winston Churchill.

Photographer: Tobias Wilson
Location: Mayport

themichaelanthonycollection

Photographer: Michael Plant

Tricolored Heron at Sunset

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Blood Sunrise

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Letting The Locals Have The Right Of The Way

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

A Few New Morning Shots

Photographer: John Tesh
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Community Events

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

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The Saturday Journey Society

A new journey arrives every Saturday.

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Beach Diner

Voted Jax's #1 Diner

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Have a Story to Share?

We're always looking for guest photographers, artists, and community voices

Eric G Music

Rock, pop, blues & country!

The Saturday Journey Society

A new journey arrives every Saturday.

The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market

The Freshest Farmers Market Every Friday

EndoftheHwy Media

Life through a Lens

Barkside Grooming and Spa

1985 Coffee & Events

Cutest little coffee shop at the beach.

photographer Glenn Shuck

Eric G Music

Rock, pop, blues & country!

The Saturday Journey Society

A new journey arrives every Saturday.

The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market

The Freshest Farmers Market Every Friday

EndoftheHwy Media

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.

Tap Simple Credit Card Processing

We help small businesses increase profit!

Awe Yesh Shrimp Company

Only the freshest shrimp available for pick up or home delivery!

Liberty Bail Bonds

Offering a full range of bail services in a timely, courteous, and confidential manner.

Secure One Protection Services

You can’t put a price on peace of mind.

Jacksonville Beach Bait & Tackle

Local Bait & Tackle shop offering Live & Dead bait, Tackle, Ice, and coming soon Beer, Wine and more!

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Beachside Pressure Washing

Professional Pressure Washing Services

Eleven Dishes

Let us help you make the perfect meal!

Embassy Barber Shop Neptune Beach

Embassy Barber Shop in Neptune Beach has been serving the beaches since 1995.

Black Belt Studio – BJJ

Black Belt Studio BJJ fosters training in the most effective practice of self-defense: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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Beach Diner

Voted Jax’s #1 Diner

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

The Saturday Journey Society

A new journey arrives every Saturday.

Beach Diner

Voted Jax's #1 Diner

The Saturday Journey Society

A new journey arrives every Saturday.

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

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, I’m joining the conversation I’ve been curating.

Think of it as a coastal variety show. I’m the host, but you’re still the stars. Through my weekly “Glenn’s Lens,” I’ll be sharing a mix of light humor and old-soul wisdom – from Dave Barry-style observations of beach parking chaos to quiet meditations on the morning tide.

Most importantly, I’m using this lens to spotlight the heart of our community. Whether we’re featuring local photographers or honoring the “nicest people” in the neighborhood, these pages reflect both my view and our collective First Coast spirit.

Whether you’re a native or a newcomer, welcome to the 2026 edition of your community hub. It’s the same celebration of everything good here, just with a bit more personality.

 

Glenn Shuck – Publisher & Photographer
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publisher@firstcoast.life

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