Golden Hour at the Edge of the Island: Family Photography Session at Ponta do Pargo

When I conducted this family photography session at Ponta do Pargo, I understood why this place feels special to everyone who has ever been here. The golden hour at sunset transforms an ordinary moment into something magical, and on this particular day, nature generously blessed us with its beauty.

This location is truly rare among family photography offerings. The drive here is long, the path winding, but every kilometer is worth it. When you first see this view, you understand: this was worth the journey. The island seems to float in the infinite expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, and the horizon beckons into the unknown.

On the day of the shoot, quite a few people had gathered here. Many came to witness the sunset, just as we did. But we were fortunate enough to catch that special blessing of nature: the sun emerged at precisely the right moment and gifted us with remarkable light. This was the kind of light photographers wait months to capture. The rays of the setting sun touched the faces of each family member, illuminating their joy, warmth, and closeness to one another.

Standing at the edge of the island beside one of Europe's highest-located lighthouses, feeling the sunset rays on your face while watching a family gathered together, you understand why these moments are so precious. It is not just a sunset and not just a beautiful location. It is a feeling that becomes etched in your heart. Especially when surrounded by people who matter most to you.

This is precisely why families so often book photography sessions with me. People sense that family portraits should be filled not just with beautiful composition, but with genuine emotion. Each glance, each embrace, each smile captured tells a story of closeness and love. Such portraits cannot be forgotten; they become a visual memory of the most important people in your life.

If you are considering a family photography session, if you want to capture these moments in a way that will stay with you forever, I invite you on a journey. Perhaps it will be Ponta do Pargo at sunset, or perhaps another breathtaking location on our beautiful island. What truly remains in your memory after such a session is not only the photographs, but the feeling that you have created something truly special together as a family.

Every frame from this shoot breathes happiness. And that happiness can be yours too.