As a family and wedding photographer, I spend most of my time chasing the energy of weddings and families here in Jacksonville and the Ponte Vedra Beach area.
I’m usually looking to capture those genuine smiles, quick moments, and heartfelt connections that turn into sweet memories.
But this morning, I needed a quiet break from editing and the computer screen. I grabbed my 400mm and a 1.4x extender and headed out to catch the sunrise. I wanted to see the horizon that you can’t capture with a standard lens-that massive, compressed look where the sun feels like it’s right on front of you.
When the sun finally broke, it was actually overwhelming. The humidity in the air made the colors so intense they almost looked fake on the back of my camera. I actually ended up pulling the saturation back a little bit just to show the real texture of the clouds rather than just the neon orange.
Right as I was shooting, this single bird drifted across the sun. It was one of those rare, perfectly still moments where everything just lined up. It was a great reminder to slow down and remember how blessed we are to live in the First Coast.
Whether shooting a wedding or a landscape, it’s all about being patient, being present and enjoying the moment, which reminds me why I love so much what I do.
See some of my recent work at:
https://vimarisphotography.com
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Vimaris Arroyo’s love and joy for photography are apparent in her playful photographs. Her timing and experience behind the lens capture those special candid moments just as her whimsical images give us a moment to reflect and smile. Her love and reverence for the outdoors and connection to people are embedded in her images. Vimaris is originally from Puerto Rico. She lived in Massachusetts for 20 years before moving to Florida. Currently residing in Ponte Vedra Beach Vimaris delights in the lack of snow, and never misses a moment to enjoy the outdoors. Her images beckon us all to get outside!
You can find Vimaris throughout the city of Jacksonville and the beaches enjoying nature and capturing those special moments with her camera.
