Location · Miami Beach
Bayshore Park: a new lakeside backdrop in Miami Beach
This park opened in 2025, so it's still a backdrop few people have photographed. Calm water, big sky and room to walk: perfect for relaxed photos that feel fresh.
Water, sky and plenty of room
Bayshore Park is a city park of more than 19 acres in the middle of Miami Beach, with a lake at its center. All that space lets us step away from the bustle and find clean lines for every shot.
Reflections on the lake
With the sun low, the water bounces warm light onto skin and doubles the color of the sky in the frame.
An open horizon
With no buildings crowding the frame, portraits breathe and the background stays simple.
A just-opened landscape
New paths and green spaces give a modern, clean look that's different from the South Beach classics.
Sessions that shine at Bayshore Park
Family
There's room for kids to run and play while we capture real moments, not just poses.
Maternity
A light dress, the lake behind you and golden light make soft, serene images.
Engagement
An unhurried walk along the shore gives natural couple photos, with the Miami Beach sky as your backdrop.
Sweet 16
A bright, modern backdrop for a casual look or a short dress with plenty of movement.
The best light at Bayshore Park
In an open park, midday sun is harsh and shade can be limited, so we plan for the first and last light of the day. We set the exact time around the park's current rules.
- Late-day golden hour: the lake turns gold and skin tones look warm.
- Early morning: fewer people, less heat and even light.
- Season: November to April is usually drier and cooler; May to October we plan around the heat and afternoon showers.
What to wear at Bayshore Park
Breezy Miami Beach style works best here: light fabrics and colors that stand out against green and blue.
- White, cream, coral, soft pink or terracotta.
- Skip bright green: it blends into the grass and trees.
- For families: a palette of two or three colors, no big prints or logos.
- Comfortable shoes for the paths; the photo pair travels in the bag.
You enjoy the walk; we coordinate
Some locations require a reservation, permit or venue fee; we confirm the current rules and coordinate it when you book. Because Bayshore Park is so new, we check with the city before locking in your date.
- We pick quiet corners, away from courts and pet areas.
- Any permit or fee is listed separately, in writing, in your quote.
- Hair and makeup with our team before you head out.
Pair it with another location or the studio
From Bayshore Park you're minutes from the beach, Art Deco streets or a botanical garden. You can also add a studio set for portraits in controlled light.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a permit for a session at Bayshore Park?
Won't there be a lot of people in the shots?
Can I bring my dog to the session?
What if it rains?
Picture your photos by the lake?
Choose your session in the quote builder, pick Bayshore Park as your location, and we'll reply with a clear plan and a written price.