Some seniors bring confidence. Some bring style. And then there’s Trent—who showed up at sunrise on Santa Rosa Beach with all of that and a skimboard under his arm, ready to make his session unforgettable.

We met while the world was still quiet, that magical moment when 30A feels like it belongs only to the waves and the early risers. The sky was just beginning to glow, soft gold melting into cool blue as the sun stretched over the horizon. The beach was empty, the air felt fresh and full of possibility—exactly the vibe you want for a senior session.

Trent stepped onto the sand like he’d been waiting for this moment all year. Easygoing, athletic, and totally at home by the water, he made this session effortless from the first shot. We captured classic portraits with the sunrise behind him—clean, bright, and timeless. But as soon as he grabbed his skimboard, that’s when the real fun started.

He sprinted across the shorebreak, carving through the shallow water like he’d done it a thousand times. (Let’s be honest—he has.) Every pass kicked up sprays of sunlight, every turn was filled with that pure senior-year freedom. He laughed, wiped out, got back up, and kept going, because that’s Trent. The ocean was his backdrop, the morning tide his stage, and his joy was absolutely contagious.

By the time the sun fully broke over the water, we had a gallery full of images that capture exactly who he is: adventurous, grounded, and ready for whatever comes next.

Trent’s sunrise session was more than portraits—it was a celebration of the kind of senior year that deserves to be remembered. And on 30A, mornings like this feel like they were made just for moments like his.

If you’re looking to create senior photos that truly feel like you, sunrise on the beach might just be your new favorite place. Let’s make it happen.