Hi! I Am Teresa Geraghty

Teresa Geraghty a family and newborn photographer leaning against driftwood in a free people dress and boho hat for a headshot portrait on the intrcoastal

Before photography became my full-time work, I spent 15 years as a high school English teacher, where storytelling was always at the center of what I did. After my first daughter was born, I picked up my camera with a new purpose. My goal was to preserve the fleeting, everyday moments that were passing by too quickly.

I started my photography business 13 years ago while still teaching, driven by a desire to create images that help families remember what this season felt like, not just how it looked.

As a Jacksonville family and newborn photographer, I photograph families and newborns in a relaxed, gently guided way that leaves room for real connection, movement, and the in-between moments that matter most.

When you look back on your images, I want you to remember the closeness, the love, and the way your family fit together right then.

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WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK WITH ME

Working with me feels calm, easy, and intentionally unhurried.

From the moment you reach out, my goal is to make the entire experience feel simple and supported. You don’t need to know how to pose. You don’t need perfectly behaved children. You don’t need to show up with a plan.

I’ll guide you every step of the way.

During your session, I follow your children’s lead, allow space for breaks, and create an environment where everyone can settle in and be themselves. I offer gentle direction and prompts when needed, while leaving room for real interaction, movement, and the in-between moments that happen naturally when you’re simply together.

Most parents tell me they’re surprised by how easy it feels.

I’m patient, engaged, and attentive to what each family needs in the moment — whether that’s slowing things down, changing course, or offering a little extra encouragement. My personality is calm and steady, and that energy carries into every session.

You’ll walk away with a handful of classic, frame-worthy portraits — the kind grandparents love — along with a gallery that leans heavily into connection. The snuggles. The laughter. The quiet glances. The way your child reaches for your hand without thinking.

Above all, I care deeply about creating images that feel honest and true to you. Not overly styled. Not forced. Not perfect.

Just real life, beautifully documented.

A family of three, a father, mother, and young daughter, playing and laughing together on the beach during daylight, with sand and water in the background.
A man lifting a smiling young boy with curly hair at the beach during sunset, with sea and rocks in the background.
A woman holding a young girl on a sandy beach during sunset, both dressed in white, smiling and having fun.
A family of four, including a man, woman, young boy, and girl, holding hands and running on the beach during sunset.
A woman holding a smiling young boy at the beach during sunset
A family of two adults, a toddler, and a dog enjoy playing in the shallow water on a beach at sunset. The woman is holding the toddler, and the dog is standing nearby, looking toward the camera with a happy expression.
Family of three (mom, dad, young girl) outside at sunset, mom and dad sharing a kiss, girl smiling.
A family of four standing in front of a pink wall outdoors. The father and son are holding hands, and the mother is holding the younger child's hand. The family is smiling and dressed casually, with the mother in a long blue dress and the father in a
Two children, a girl in a white dress and a boy in a white shirt and gray shorts, are running hand-in-hand along the shoreline at sunset, smiling and enjoying the moment.
A woman and a young girl are playing in the ocean at sunset, with the woman kneeling and holding the girl, who is standing in the water and smiling.
A smiling family on the beach; a man, woman, and a baby are playing together, with the man holding the baby and the woman supporting the baby from the side, all dressed in light-colored summer clothes.
A multigenerational family standing on a beach at sunset, with the ocean in the background, enjoying a moment together.

More Than Just a Photo Session – It’s an Experience

You don’t need perfectly behaved children.
You don’t need to know how to pose.
You just need to show up and love your people.

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A family of five sitting on the beach at sunset, embracing and smiling.

The heart Behind my work

As a mother to two girls, I know firsthand how quickly these seasons move. One day you’re rocking a newborn, and the next you’re watching them walk into school with backpacks bigger than they are. Becoming a mom deepened my understanding of just how meaningful photographs can be — not as perfect displays, but as reminders of the love, closeness, and everyday moments that make up your life.

I photograph families the way I hope to remember my own: with honesty, softness, and a focus on connection. The quiet snuggles. The belly laughs. The way your child fits perfectly in your arms right now. These are the moments I want you to be able to return to.

What Clients Are Saying

Family of four sitting on a sandy beach during sunset, with dry grass in the background.

“Teresa took some family photos of us on vacation and was wonderful! Super engaged and helpful with a chaotic group full of kiddos! The turnaround time was quick and it’s full of great candid photos!”

— Hannah T

My work IS FOR YOU IF…

A woman with long blonde hair playing with three children on a sandy beach at sunset. The children are laughing and smiling, with one upside down, and the woman is holding them all up. The sky is orange with the setting sun.

…your kids are wiggly, shy, loud, or all of the above, you’re in the right place. These sessions are for families who want real connection and a little room to be yourselves.

A man kisses a woman on the forehead while holding her shoulder, sitting on a couch with a newborn baby in her arms.

…you have a newborn and want something honest and gentle. Simple, baby-led moments with you close. The moments you’ll recognize when you look back.

Two young girls smiling and hugging on a sandy beach during sunset, wearing light-colored summer dresses.

…you have a moment that matters: first birthdays, seniors, anniversaries, and extended family gatherings when everyone’s finally together. We’ll keep it calm, guided, and true to your people.

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your Family’s Story, Beautifully Told

kids holding hands on the beach and running while the parents are embraced behind them and watching during a family photo session at guana beach with a st augustine family photographer
A family of four sharing a joyful moment on the beach, sitting on the sand with a small hill and a partly cloudy sky in the background.

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Families
Newborns
Maternity
Milestones
Proposals

Teresa Geraghty Photography

family, maternity, Newborn and Couples Photographer Focused on Capturing heartfelt and authentic moments

Photographer Serving NorthEastern Florida

St Augustine, Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra Nocatee and Beyond

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Let’s capture your family’s story

Contact me today. Weekend and sunset spots tend to book up quickly.

YES, I am ready!