Sacco family of five walks hand-in-hand through golden hour light at Pleasant Grove Park in Fluvanna, Virginia during their fall photo session.

Family Portraits

Golden Hour Family Photos in Fluvanna with the Sacco Family

When it comes to golden hour family photos in Fluvanna, this session with the Sacco family was everything I could hope for—easygoing, connected, and full of personality. We met at Pleasant Grove Park, a beautiful location I love for its wide-open space, mature trees, and the dreamy way the light filters through just before sunset.

I’ve worked with this family before, and it’s always such a joy to document how much the boys have grown and changed. From playful giggles to snuggly moments, this session was a reminder of how magical this season of life truly is.

Why Golden Hour is Best for Family Photos in Fluvanna

There’s a reason photographers are obsessed with golden hour—it creates soft, flattering light that adds warmth and glow to every image. At Pleasant Grove, golden hour wraps the landscape in light that feels almost cinematic, perfect for families who want natural, heartfelt portraits.

If you’re thinking about golden hour family photos in Fluvanna, I always recommend scheduling your session about 60–90 minutes before sunset for that perfect glow.

Real Moments, Not Just Poses

One of my favorite parts of photographing the Sacco family was how relaxed and playful they were. The boys laughed, climbed, snuggled up, and just got to be themselves. Their sweet baby brother stole the show with his wide blue eyes and squishy cheeks, and the love between these five was so easy to see—and capture.

Whether you’re local or visiting, my goal is to make your family photo session feel like time well spent together, not just another item on the to-do list.

Three young brothers sit together on grass in front of a historic brick building during a fall family session at Pleasant Grove Park in Fluvanna, Virginia.
The Sacco family walks hand in hand through golden light at Pleasant Grove Park and poses together in front of a historic brick building during their annual fall photo session.
Mom and dad hold their baby boy during golden hour at Pleasant Grove Park in Virginia, while baby smiles adorably in a close-up portrait on the grass.
Parents share a warm smile during their Fluvanna family photo session, capturing a loving moment during golden hour at Pleasant Grove Park.
Big brother leans against a tree in the evening sunlight and kisses his baby brother’s head during a heartfelt sibling moment in a fall family photo session.
Middle brother grins while leaning against a tree, and the entire Sacco family poses together outside a brick building at Pleasant Grove Park, Fluvanna.
Baby boy with bright blue eyes sits in the grass wearing green corduroy overalls, captured during golden hour at a fall family session in Central Virginia.
Baby boy smiles while sitting on the lawn in Pleasant Grove Park, followed by a full family portrait with soft sunlight streaming through the trees.
Mom and dad hold their baby boy close as they pose during golden hour at Pleasant Grove Park in Fluvanna, part of a joyful family photo session.
Older brothers lie in the grass with their baby sibling, creating a playful and heartfelt moment during a fall family session in Fluvanna County.
Three brothers sit closely together on the grass with their baby brother in the center, surrounded by soft golden light during their Virginia family portrait session.

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Golden hour family photos in Fluvanna are the perfect way to slow down and capture these fleeting seasons of life. If you’re planning your own session in Charlottesville, Fluvanna, or the surrounding areas, I’d love to help you create something timeless and meaningful.

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