The Bolins | Hutchinson Island Maternity Couple Portraits

Hutchinson Island Maternity Couple Portraits at the House of Refuge

While on Hutchinson Island with the Carter's for their family maternity portraits, my friend, Brooke, took some photos of us! I was almost 22 weeks pregnant during this session! The day was cloudy and dreamy. My dress flowed in the breeze and seemed to match the color of the ocean perfectly! 

Pregnancy update

I am currently 25 weeks and feeling the best I have felt in a while! My energy still isn't in full force, but I'm feeling our little girl move every day! She is growing so fast! She is already a pound and a half and measuring around 13 inches! I also finally popped around 24 week! Up until then, it wasn't all that obvious that I was pregnant.

I'm so excited to meet our little one face to face! I'm also constantly reminding myself to enjoy the season and these last three months! With my two best friends also pregnant, there is just so much joy all around! Excitement is an understatement! :)

The details that brought these Hutchinson Island Maternity Couple Portraits together: 

Location: Hutchinson Island

Photography: Brooke Carter

Anna + Sam | Hutchinson Island Destination Wedding

Hutchinson Island Destination Wedding

On Saturday, March 11th, Andrew and I had the pleasure of documenting Anna and Sam's Hutchinson Island destination wedding at Bob Graham Beach. Their whimsical Hutchinson Island beach wedding began at 10:00 o'clock in the morning. The sky was completely clear and SO blue! The vibrant teal ocean created the perfect backdrop for their gorgeous day.

Anna and Sam live in Houston, Texas but decided they wanted to have a destination beach wedding. So they choose the Hobe Sound area because Sam's parents live there. Sam's parent's helped bring a lot of the details together and they did a wonderful job. The whole day came together seamlessly.

Anna and Sam, Thank you so much for choosing us to capture your Hutchinson Island destination wedding! It was such an honor being a part of such a magical day! You both were a dream to work with and we hope to work with you again!

Many hand-made wooden signs were made that said different parts of the love chapter in the bible, 1st Corinthians Chapter 13.  This day was so perfectly stunning! Anna's wedding dress by Maggie Sottero was incredible and perfect for her beach wedding! The detail on the back and the elegant cut were some of my favorite features. Allen Roberts Floral Designs created this stunning bouquet. 

The creative team that brought this Hutchinson Island Destination Wedding together:

Venue: Bob Graham Beach on Hutchinson Island, Florida in Hobe Sound

Florist: Allen Roberts Floral Designs

Wedding Arch: Blue Bridals Stuart, Fl 

Coordinator & Decorator: Erin Stritzinger

Officiant: Crisman Koechig

Bride's Wedding Gown: Maggie Sottero

Men's Wear: Men's Wearhouse

Bridesmaids Dress: David's Bridal

Ring Designer: Navarra's

Photography: Crystal Bolin Photography

Dreamy Ross Witham Beach Maternity Portraits

Ross Witham Beach Maternity Shoot on Hutchinson Island, Florida

On Tuesday, February 14th, I had the pleasure of capturing the most magical Ross Witham Beach maternity portraits. The session took place on the rocky shoreline of Ross Witham Beach on Hutchinson Island. This rocky beach is just behind the historic House of Refuge in Martin County. Our vision for this shoot was an elegant mermaid-inspired session with an overall dreamy feel. This Ross Witham Beach maternity shoot was a dream to capture and has easily become one of my favorite maternity portrait shoots to date!

The momma-to-be, Brooke wore two gorgeous dresses. The first was a gorgeous strapless mermaid-style ivory gown with a unique mesh overlay. This elegant gown fit the theme perfectly. The second was a short multi-toned tan dress with a breezy short train. Both of the dresses helped bring this amazing shoot together!

With the incredible scene of the unique Ross Witham Beach and the most stunning momma-to-be, this maternity session is one for the books! I hope you enjoy it!

The light was perfect during the first set of photos! I love when my clients have fun during their session!  Her hair flowed in the wind so perfectly! 

Afterward, we crossed the street to the west side of the island to capture some dreamy sunset portraits on the peaceful inlet.  Love how this dress flowed in the wind! Then we took the last set of photos around the wooden pier. 

The details that brought this Ross Witham Beach Maternity portrait shoot together:

Location: Ross Witham Beach & The House of Refuge in Hutchinson Island, FL in Martin County

Photographer: Crystal Bolin

Dresses:

Ivory Gown: Bailey Blue

Short Multi Colored Dress: Speechless

A day at Ross Witham Beach + the House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island

A day at Ross Witham Beach & House of Refuge

There are many reasons why I love Florida. On any given day you can take a short or long road trip north or south along the coast. Breathtaking views surround you as you cruise along A1A. Even though I have lived in Florida my entire life, I have come to realize I have yet to discover all of the many treasures that make up this place that I like to call, paradise.

On Martin Luther King day, since Andrew and I had a day off, we decided to take a drive north up the coast. We found ourselves at Ross Witham Beach on Hutchinson Island in Martin County. Teal waters crashing against the rocky shoreline filled the scene. The view was perfection.

Just when I think I have seen all Florida has to offer, I come across absolutely stunning slice of paradise. Take a trip with us to the the rocky seashore of Ross Witham Beach! An unexpected gem just behind the historic House of Refuge in Martin County.

History about the House of Refuge

Built in the early 1900's, The House of Refuge at Gilbert’s Bar is the only remaining House of Refuge. Built as one of ten along the east coast of Florida, it is the oldest structure in Martin County and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Houses of Refuge were designated as havens for shipwrecked sailors and travelers along the sparsely populated Atlantic coastline of Florida. Run by the United States Lifesaving Service, the Houses played a critical role in a time when sailing ships dominated the world commerce.

These teal waves were incredible! Tripods are awesome for capturing moments like these! :) The House of Refuge.Then we took a coffee break at the Blue Door Coffee Bar which was the perfect "pick me up"!  Lastly, we ended the evening watching the sun set back at Ross Witham Beach The beach looks so different only a few hours later. Just moments before an unexpected wave crashed and got me soaked! But these photos were worth it! :) 

Details about this day at Ross Witham Beach and The House of Refuge:

Locations: Ross Witham Beach, The House of Refuge and the Blue Door Coffee Bar in Stuart, FloridaPhotography: Crystal Bolin

History about the House of Refuge Source: http://houseofrefugefl.org