Where is the quietest Atlantic beach?

North Shores. It's a quiet, private stretch with tall sculpted dunes and almost no foot traffic—intimate and unhurried.

What defines Rehoboth Beach sessions?

Wide sandy beaches, an iconic boardwalk, and rolling dunes topped with golden sea grass. The light is warm and generous, especially in the evening—perfect if your family vacations in Rehoboth.

Can we get both bay and ocean views?

Yes. Dewey Beach has the Atlantic Ocean on one side and Rehoboth Bay on the other, giving beautiful variety within a single evening session.

Do you photograph in Delaware State Parks?

Yes. Delaware State Parks offer miles of undeveloped shoreline, tall dunes, and wild beach grass—a backdrop that feels expansive and private for families seeking something more adventurous.

Is there a beach without boardwalks or crowds?

South Bethany Beach. There are no boardwalks and minimal crowds—just sand, sky, and your family—so your connection stays the focal point.

Which locations have great evening light?

Lewes Beach has soft evening light, Rehoboth offers warm, generous evening light, and Fenwick Island is known for a warm golden glow at sunset.

Which spots suit unhurried family sessions?

North Shores is intimate and unhurried; Bethany’s relaxed pace yields calm, natural portraits; and South Bethany’s wide, uncrowded beach keeps sessions relaxed.

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Experienced Master and Certified Professional Photographer

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Portraits In The Sand, Serving The Rehoboth Beach Area

Q: Which location offers the most visual variety?

Lewes Beach. It combines calm, glassy bay water, historic harbor charm, and the dramatic dunes of Cape Henlopen in a single session, with gentle waves and soft evening light.

Q: What is special about Bethany Beach?

A wide, clean shoreline, gentle dunes, and a charming boardwalk. Bethany’s unhurried pace translates into portraits that feel calm, natural, and personal.

Q: Why choose Fenwick Island?

It’s Delaware’s southernmost beach, known for pristine sand, undisturbed dune lines, and a warm golden glow at sunset—ideal if your family vacations in Fenwick.

Also Serving Bethany Beach, North Shores, Henlopen Acres, Dewey Beach, Lewes Beach, and Fenwick Island for a great portrait experience in Delaware.

David E. G. Koster CPP, M. Photog
Photographic Portrait Artist

Nothing says “family” like beautifully rendered beach portraits that will be cherished for decades. Framed by gentle waves, sand dunes, beach grass, and the eastern sky, your family never looked happier or more beautiful in the fine art portraiture of David Koster, owner of Portraits In The Sand, a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) and M.Photog. David Koster is the top portrait photographer serving the Rehoboth Beach area, including Bethany Beach, North Shores, Henlopen Acres, Dewey Beach, Lewes, and Fenwick Island.

His subjects include families, children, seniors, individuals, pets, couples, anniversaries, reunions, groups, boats and more for when you want to put your why on your walls.

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How It Works

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Start by requesting a portrait session with David, pick a date, and he will schedule an outdoor family photoshoot for you in Bethany Beach, Lewes, Dewey, Fenwick Island, North Shores, Henlopen Acres or Rehoboth Beach. The session includes a variety of poses and groupings to show the different relationships. Make your reservations as soon as possible because sessions with our portrait photographer fill very quickly in the summer season, holidays, and weekends.

Choose Favorites

The day after your portrait session you will be invited to our private studio to select your favorite portraits with our Rehoboth Beach-based portrait photographer’s help, and to order the style and size of your finished products. Our sizable portraiture and albums are created to be displayed in your home, adding warmth and a personal touch to your décor.

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We will ship your finished or framed wall portraits, prints, cards and albums to your home so that you can enjoy your family memories for many years to come.

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Featured Customer Testimonials

Morgan W., The Fairfield Inn Rehoboth

The photo you see next to my name is my current Professional Portrait, Dave did an amazing job! Carrie and Dave were so kind and professional. I will always go to them for updated Portraits.

Veronica B.

We had our FIRST family portraits done and they were PERFECT. I was so pleased to find Portraits In The Sand to create our beautiful memory.

Craig M.

Dave's portraits of our family are some of my most prized possessions. We have used him twice-- as our family has grown. He is easy to work with, wonderfully artistic, I highly recommend him.

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Your Journey

Curious about what it’s like to work with our portrait photographer? Our video captures the heart of the experience—from the first hello to the final gallery reveal. It’s more than just a photo session; it’s a story we create together. Watch now to see how our beach portrait photographer in Rehoboth Beach makes your family shine.

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Find Your Delaware Beach Portrait Locations

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Lewes Beach

Calm, glassy bay water, historic harbor charm, and the dramatic dunes of Cape Henlopen, all within a single session. The gentle waves and soft evening light make Lewes our most visually diverse location.

North Shores

A quiet, private stretch of Atlantic beach with tall sculpted dunes and almost no foot traffic. Intimate and unhurried, ideal for families who want a relaxed session where everyone can take their time.

Rehoboth Beach

Wide sandy beaches, iconic boardwalk, and rolling dunes topped with golden sea grass. The light here is warm and generous, especially during evening sessions. If your family vacations in Rehoboth, this is where your story deserves to be told.

Dewey Beach

Ocean on one side, Rehoboth Bay on the other. Dewey's laid-back energy and unique bay-to-ocean geography give us beautiful variety within a single evening session.

Delaware State Parks

Miles of undeveloped shoreline, tall dunes, and wild beach grass create a backdrop that feels both expansive and private. For families who want something a little more adventurous and unexpected.

Bethany Beach

Wide, clean shoreline, gentle dunes, and a charming boardwalk. Bethany's unhurried pace translates beautifully into portraits that feel calm, natural, and personal.

South Bethany Beach

No boardwalks, no crowds. Just sand, sky, and your family. South Bethany's wide, uncrowded beach lets your connection be the focal point.

Fenwick Island

Delaware's southernmost beach, known for pristine sand, undisturbed dune lines, and a warm golden glow at sunset. If your family vacations in Fenwick, your session happens right where your memories are already being made.

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