Mermaids & Sibling Shenanigans | Jersey Shore Photo Shoot
Because Every Mermaid Needs a Pirate (Even If He’s Annoying)
Picture this: a golden sunset, gentle waves, a gorgeous little mermaid twirling in the surf… and her pirate brother yelling “ARRR!” while dramatically face-planting in the sand.
Welcome to the Magical Mermaid Portrait Experience, sibling edition—where one kid is feeling their mystical, enchanted, fairy-tale moment… and the other is pretending to fight off a kraken (which is really just seaweed).
This summer, I had the absolute pleasure of photographing a brother-sister duo at the Jersey Shore, just outside of Atlantic City. She was elegance, grace, and all things mermaid magic. He was… well, a pirate. A loud, sandy, chaotic pirate. And honestly? It was perfect.
Brother and sister photoshoot at the Jersey Shore
Sibling Bonding: The Fantasy vs. The Reality
The Fantasy:
A sweet moment where sister and brother sit side by side, staring dreamily at the ocean, sharing a magical childhood memory.
The Reality:
“STOP TOUCHING ME.”
“THAT’S MY SEASHELL.”
Mom bribing them with ice cream to take one cute picture together.
Let’s be real—sibling photo shoots are part adorable, part WWE wrestling match, and this one was no exception. She struck perfect, graceful poses in her shimmering mermaid tail while he swung a plastic sword like he was defending the high seas from invisible enemies. I like to think of it as “organized chaos.”
And yet… despite the occasional sand-throwing incident, the photos? Pure magic.
Smiling little girl at the Jersey Shore posing for her mermaid beach portrait.
Why a Mermaid & Pirate Session is the Best Idea Ever
Your kids will actually have fun. I mean, what’s better than running around in an epic costume while a camera follows you?
You get a mix of dreamy portraits & hilarious outtakes. One minute, your child looks like they belong in a fairy tale. The next? They’re chasing seagulls. It’s the best of both worlds.
It captures their personalities perfectly. Whether your child is a graceful mermaid or a rowdy pirate, we’re here for it.
Boy using a looking glass next to his sister looking out at the Ocean.
The Jersey Shore: The Perfect Setting for Magic (and Mayhem)
With the Atlantic City coastline in the background, this shoot had everything: gorgeous scenery, a perfect sunset, and a little brother who tried to yeet a treasure chest into the ocean.
But that’s what makes these sessions so special. It’s not just about pretty pictures—it’s about memories. The giggles, the “I’m not holding his hand!” protests, the pure joy of running barefoot in the sand—it all comes together to create something priceless.
Book Your Kid’s Beach Adventure (Before They Outgrow the Magic! 🙃)
Mermaids. Pirates. Sibling chaos that will live in family legend forever. My Magical Mermaid Portrait Experience is a chance to turn your kid’s beach day into a storybook-worthy moment (and yes, there will be ice cream bribes).
📍 Location: Jersey Shore | Atlantic City Area
📅 Availability: Limited spots for 2025
📸 Book Now: www.shootingstarsouthjersey.com
Happy Shooting, my friends!
Dee
