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Images of the Year – 2024 Recap (and giveaway!)

December 16, 2024

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As 2024 comes to a close, I can’t help but reflect on what an incredible year it’s been! From magical wedding days to heartwarming engagement sessions, celebrating milestones like senior year, and capturing the joy of growing families—it has truly been an honor to serve so many amazing clients. Each moment has been unforgettable, and each image feels like a masterpiece!

To celebrate YOU and all the memories we’ve created together, I’m thrilled to announce our first-ever Image of the Year Contest!

This is my way of giving back and celebrating the incredible moments we’ve shared in 2024.

Below, you’ll find a curated collection of images from this year’s sessions—everything from dreamy weddings to festive holiday minis and sunny beach shoots. Now it’s your turn to join in the fun and help us crown the top images of the year! (Example: “We vote for the Smiths!”

How it works:
Simply scroll to the bottom of this page and leave a comment with your favorite image. (Feel free to add a little extra holiday cheer in your comments—we could all use it!)
Pro Tip: Each comment counts as ONE entry, so rally your friends and family to vote for your images as well! (Example: “We vote for Lexie & Justin!”


The Prizes:
Third Place: A $20 gift card to our favorite local coffee spot, Debra Jeans (@debra.jeans)
Second Place: A $50 gift card to the fabulous Tony’s Wine Cabana (@tonyswinecabana)
Grand Prize: A one-hour photo session PLUS a $50 Amazon gift card!


Key Dates to Remember:
Round One: Voting ends Friday, December 20th at midnight. Top 10 winners will be moving on to round 2!
Round Two: Voting opens Saturday, December 21st and closes Thursday, December 26th. Top 5 winners move on to round 3!
Final Round: The ultimate showdown begins Friday, December 27th and wraps up New Year’s Eve, December 31st.

Winners will be announced on January 1st, 2025!

Join the Fun and Make Your Voice Heard!

This is your chance to celebrate the unforgettable memories of 2024 while supporting your favorite images. Let’s make this a contest to remember—your votes mean everything!

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. I can’t wait to see which moments shine brightest. Let the voting begin!

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  1. Christina Moore says:

    Of course. I’m partial- but Anabelle’s picture!

  2. Jillian Young says:

    Andy and Eve!!

  3. Julianna Foss says:

    106

  4. Kate says:

    Picture number 106 Julianna & Kobe!! Such beautiful people!!

  5. Christopher Ladouceur says:

    Eve and Andy!

  6. Briana Bell says:

    Picture number 106 Julianna & Kobe!! Such beautiful people!!

  7. Sabrina says:

    106 is simply beautiful ?

  8. Gabby Gibson says:

    Wowwwweeeeee love love love ANDY AND EVE

  9. Kelly Wutke says:

    Image 30!!

  10. Denise McAuliffe says:

    Number 30

  11. Pamela Mcdermott says:

    Sara all your portraits are beautiful. We choose Heather and Nick, Samantha and Lilly family picture, #30.

  12. megan renne says:

    Andy and eve!

  13. Nicole says:

    ANDY AND EVE

  14. Emily says:

    I adore the couple in 106! My baby brother and my new beautiful sister in law! The pics are perfect ????

  15. Kobi Manhart-foss says:

    #106

  16. Melody says:

    54 Andy & Eve
    Beautiful

  17. Felicia yanasheski says:

    The D’Ascheberg’s! #30!!!

  18. Douglas Manhart says:

    #106 they are all wonderful and beautiful photos!????? but I have to pick that one cuz my baby bro has found the love of his life!! So proud of you! As would mom!??

  19. Lexie Cubbedge says:

    Saved the best for last ? 109!!! ??

  20. Jimmy Foss says:

    Pic 106
    The Best Duo on the Palm Coast! Kobi & Jewels steal the show with the chart topping #Image of the Year 2024! Love you guys can’t wait to see the rest of the pics!
    P.S Thumbs in!

  21. Samantha Mendez says:

    Love #30, The D’Ascheberg’s!
    Good luck to everyone; all of the pictures were absolutely beautiful.

  22. Justin Veal says:

    109 that bride is glamorous!! ??

  23. Jennifer Bellerive says:

    29
    Merry Christmas!

  24. Alexine Bell says:

    Alexine and Joe #89 obviously!! ??

  25. Spencer Fugita says:

    #13… the most beautiful couple inside and out!

  26. Leida says:

    The cutest couple from St Augustine Joe and Alexine #89 the OGs

  27. Hannah Loder says:

    51 but I’m biased 😉

  28. Lauren Benda-Hoffman says:

    Voting for Meredith and Andy!!! Lucky number 13 !!!

  29. Jo says:

    #106
    Congratulations again to the new couple! Love you guys and best of luck here ?

  30. Cat Marschall says:

    89! Alexine and Joe ?

  31. Sara Frost says:

    ANDY AND EVE!! The most beautiful couple captured!

  32. Amber says:

    #106, Jewels and Kobi! They are an amazong couple! And a new congratulations to you all!

  33. AUNTIE SHA’NA’NAY says:

    #106 all the way!! Jewels and Kobi are a dynamic duo! They are the epitome of love.

  34. Yonette Turner says:

    Julianna and Kobe! Incredibly sweet individuals and wonderful couple!

  35. Elisa says:

    106 – Jewels and Kobi

  36. Jojo foss says:

    106# love you guys!!!

  37. Carlee Myers says:

    45!! Love my family!!

  38. Carlee Myers says:

    99! Happiest day!!

  39. Rob Myers says:

    99!! Thats my smokin hot wife!!

  40. Rob Myers says:

    45!! Look at that crew!

  41. Victoria says:

    Hannah and Josh!! #51!

  42. Deanna Bell says:

    #106 Kobi and Jewels – amazingly beautiful and fun pics, Sarah! You absolutely capture the love they share! Look forward to watching them grow in love and marriage over the years, my beautiful daughter and handsome son-in-love!

  43. LeBron James says:

    Kobi & Jewels 106
    I’m being a little biased, but I love the name Kobi! Beautiful pics, but I’m going with this one. Congrats on the newest Foss Family

  44. Shanan Kisner says:

    106 is my favorite!

  45. Miranda says:

    2, 14, 29, 38, 40, 48, 50 and 57

  46. Angel Decker says:

    45,99

  47. Karsyn Hale says:

    45 and 99

    But I just love them!

  48. Brittany Skyta says:

    #44!

  49. Pam Skyta says:

    #44 Priceless!!

  50. Audrey says:

    #44 ?

  51. Karen Porcellini says:

    Number 96 wow they look awesome

  52. Nicole Dierlam says:

    #44

  53. Taylor Smith says:

    Picture 100 ?

  54. Sara Tarte Edelstein says:

    100!

  55. Juliet E says:

    100

  56. Morgan H says:

    #100!!

  57. Michaela P says:

    #100 is just stunning!!!

  58. Katie says:

    100 is it!!!

  59. Cheyene Decker says:

    #44!!

  60. Justin Decker says:

    #44

  61. Jenna Edward says:

    44 Brittany, Greg, Cole, and sweet Beau

  62. Cynthia Decker says:

    #44

  63. Denise Pedaline says:

    #44

  64. Sarah Nicola says:

    #100 <3

  65. Joanna Foss says:

    #106

  66. Trace Kopka says:

    #100

  67. Rachel Smith says:

    #100

  68. Kyle Smith says:

    #100

  69. Jackson Smith says:

    #100

  70. Dexter Smith says:

    #100

  71. Vanessa Smith says:

    100 🙂

  72. Chris Smith says:

    100!

  73. Jim Foss says:

    106

  74. Mark Franklin says:

    #45

  75. Mark Franklin says:

    #99

  76. Blaire says:

    Picture 106 Kobi and Julianna!

  77. Carmen Franklin says:

    #45

  78. Carmen Franklin says:

    #99

  79. Maggie Brown says:

    I vote #106 Kobi and Julianna! Beautiful photos!

  80. Linda Smith says:

    I absolutely love the one of tgecSmiths. Number 100. You really captured the happiness of the day!

  81. Linda Smith says:

    #100. The Smiths. My absolute favorite!

  82. karen says:

    alaina and filip! #96
    stunning photography
    btw sara, waffle says hi!?

  83. John Gardner says:

    The Westberrys!!!!!! # 10

  84. ROBIN MANCUSO says:

    #10. The Westberry Twins! Best Christmas miracle ever!!

  85. Kimberly Cazzaniga says:

    49
    Beautiful Bekah and Liam

    59 is cute too!

  86. #95 most beautiful couple ever!

  87. Brandon Wiggers says:

    #95 best wedding I’ve been to in a long time!

  88. Kyra Foures says:

    I vote for Kylee & Bryson!

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