As a Wells Family Photographer, one of my favorite places to bring families together is beautiful Drakes Island. Last summer, I had the pleasure of photographing an extended family session that perfectly blended convenience, connection, and play.
This session included grandparents, their three grown children, and all the grandkids—making for a lively and love-filled gathering. Though the evening brought some strong coastal winds, we found the perfect sheltered spot by the marsh and river side of Drakes Island. It was calm, scenic, and just right for our session.
The marshy riverbank offered plenty of space for the kids to splash, explore, and enjoy the water without the wind whipping through our hair. And for the grandparents, the easy walk from the parking lot made the location especially accommodating. Being close to the showers and bathrooms was an added bonus—especially after little feet (and grown-up ones, too!) found their way into the sand and water.
Drakes Island offers such a wonderful variety of backdrops for family portraits, and this quieter corner of Wells gave us a peaceful, natural setting to capture those in-between moments that make family portraits so special.
Whether you’re gathering your whole crew for a vacation or marking a special occasion, Drakes Island is a fantastic spot—and as a Wells Family Photographer, I’m always happy to help find the best location for every age and energy level.
Want to plan your own extended family session? Let’s chat about the best spots and how to make it fun for everyone!
Drakes Island Family Photos
Brittany is a creative Wells Maine Family Photographer who loving having fun with our families. We work to capture every emotion and angle that makes your family unique. Two Adventurous Souls uses a mix of posed portraits along with candids and game playing to bring you variety. Brittany photographs families from Boston all the way to Bar Harbor, out on Cape Cod and the White Mountains! For more info please contact us about your Drakes Island Family photos.
