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Brant Point Lighthouse Family Photos on Nantucket

Brant Point Lighthouse is one of the most iconic locations on Nantucket and a beautiful setting for family portraits. With its classic coastal scenery, soft beach light, and timeless Nantucket charm, it is an ideal spot for families visiting the island in the summer.

This session was an extended family gathering featuring a grandfather, his two daughters, and their families with young children. Photographing multi-generational families is always meaningful, and Brant Point was the perfect location for portraits that felt relaxed, natural, and connected to the island.

Three children sit barefoot on a white wooden railing in front of Brant Point lighthouse with a sign reading "Established 1746," perfectly capturing the timeless charm of Nantucket family photos by photographer Kaity Farrell.

Extended Family Photos at Brant Point Lighthouse

Extended family sessions are a wonderful way to document time together on Nantucket, especially for families who return to the island year after year. This session included group portraits, smaller family combinations, and candid moments of the kids playing along the beach.

Because Brant Point Lighthouse and the surrounding beach offer plenty of open space, the session felt calm and unhurried. It is an ideal location for photographing multiple family groupings without feeling rushed.

Three adult couples and five children pose together on a sandy beach in front of a wooden fence, with grass and ocean in the background—captured by photographer Kaity Farrell for Brant Point Lighthouse family photos.
An older man stands on sand with four smiling children in front of a wooden fence at the beach during a Nantucket family portrait session by photographer Kaity Farrell.
Three young children in light-colored summer dresses sit barefoot on sandy ground surrounded by greenery, with sunlight in the background—capturing the timeless feel of Nantucket beach family photos by photographer Kaity Farrell.
A man carries a young girl on his shoulders while walking along a sandy path; other people, captured by photographer Kaity Farrell, walk ahead under the clear Nantucket sky.

Multi-Generational Family Portraits on the Beach

One of the best parts of a multi-generational session is capturing both the big family group photos and the smaller moments in between. We photographed the full group, the grandfather with his daughters, each individual family unit, and sweet portraits of the grandchildren together.

Brant Point is a great location for Nantucket family photos because it provides a clean beach backdrop with just enough coastal detail to feel classic and recognizable.

Why Brant Point Lighthouse is Perfect for Nantucket Family Photos

Brant Point Lighthouse is one of the best portrait locations on Nantucket for families because it offers a mix of iconic scenery and easy access. It is especially well suited for families with young children since the walk is simple and the beach is wide and open.

Families love Brant Point because it offers:

  • classic Nantucket lighthouse scenery
  • soft light in the evening
  • a beautiful sandy beach backdrop
  • room for kids to play and move naturally
  • variety of portrait options within one location

For extended family sessions, it is also an ideal spot because we can photograph a full group portrait and then transition into smaller family groupings easily.

  • Two young girls in summer dresses stand by a white building near the water, captured by photographer Kaity Farrell, as a boat passes by in the background under a blue sky.
  • Three young girls in matching dresses stand barefoot on a wooden bridge at the beach, with greenery and blue sky in the background—capturing the charm of family portraits near Brant Point Lighthouse by photographer Kaity Farrell.
  • Two children sit and climb on a weathered wooden fence at a beach, with sand and water in the background under a blue sky—captured by photographer Kaity Farrell for Nantucket summer family photos.
  • A boy in a light shirt and shorts sits barefoot on large rocks by the water, with sailboats and a cloudy sky behind him. Captured in black and white by photographer Kaity Farrell, it evokes timeless Nantucket vacation family photos.
  • An older man smiles while holding a young child outdoors during a Nantucket extended family portrait session. Both wear light-colored clothing in this black and white photo by photographer Kaity Farrell.
  • Three children sit barefoot on a wooden railing in front of a white shingled building with a sign reading “Established 1746,” captured by photographer Kaity Farrell for Nantucket vacation family photos.
  • Two young children play and laugh together on sandy ground with greenery behind them—captured by photographer Kaity Farrell, specializing in family portraits near Brant Point Lighthouse.
  • Woman in a white dress holding a young girl in a matching blue and white dress, standing on a sandy path near the beach with greenery and water—captured by photographer Kaity Farrell for Nantucket beach family photos.
  • Two young girls in light dresses stand on sandy ground by a weathered wooden fence, with one girl holding the other. Captured by photographer Kaity Farrell, this Nantucket family portrait session features grass and sky in the background.
  • Three people stand barefoot on a sandy beach at Brant Point, posing for photographer Kaity Farrell with boats and water in the background on a sunny day.
  • An older man stands on a sandy beach with five children, all barefoot and dressed in light-colored summer clothes—perfect for extended family photos Nantucket style, captured by photographer Kaity Farrell with a wooden fence and blue sky behind them.
  • A woman in a white dress carries a young child along a sandy beach at sunset near a Nantucket lighthouse, as photographer Kaity Farrell captures family photos with others in the background.
  • A man and woman stand together on a sandy beach in front of a lighthouse, looking at each other and smiling—captured by photographer Kaity Farrell during their Nantucket vacation family photos.

A Relaxed Approach to Extended Family Photography

During extended family sessions, I focus on creating a calm and organized experience while keeping the portraits natural. I guide the group through each combination, then leave space for candid moments and connection.

The best family photos are often the ones that happen naturally, especially with young children. Brant Point’s open beach setting makes it easy for kids to feel comfortable, which results in portraits that feel genuine and timeless.

A multigenerational family poses together on a sandy Brant Point beach with the ocean in the background under a clear sky, captured beautifully by photographer Kaity Farrell.
Two young girls stand on a sandy beach hugging a woman in a white dress, with the ocean behind them, beautifully captured by photographer Kaity Farrell during family portraits near Brant Point Lighthouse.
Two young children sit barefoot on sandy ground in front of green bushes, with sunlight shining behind them. Captured by photographer Kaity Farrell, this moment reflects the warmth found in Brant Point Lighthouse family photos.
A woman in a white dress stands by a weathered brick building, holding a small child while another holds her hand outdoors on a sunny day during a Nantucket family portrait session.
Three young children sit together on a sandy beach, surrounded by greenery. Captured by photographer Kaity Farrell, this Nantucket summer family photo shows two girls in blue floral dresses and one in white, all looking at the camera.
Young girl in a white dress sits on sandy ground with her knees up, surrounded by foliage, looking at the camera. Captured in black and white by photographer Kaity Farrell, this scene evokes timeless Nantucket family photos.
A woman in a white dress and a man in casual clothes walk on a sandy beach near Brant Point Lighthouse under a clear blue sky, capturing special moments perfect for photographer Kaity Farrell’s family photos.
A family of four stands barefoot on a sandy Nantucket beach near the water, captured by photographer Kaity Farrell, with boats and a pier in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Three children sit barefoot on a white wooden fence at the beach beside a small white building with a sign, under a blue sky, perfectly capturing the essence of Brant Point beach family photos by photographer Kaity Farrell.
Three children stand barefoot on a sandy beach near a log, with grass and vegetation in the background under a partly cloudy sky—beautiful family portraits near Brant Point Lighthouse by photographer Kaity Farrell.
A family of five poses together on a sandy beach with the ocean and boats in the background under a partly cloudy sky during their Nantucket family portrait session with photographer Kaity Farrell.
A couple stands on a sandy beach near a lighthouse, smiling at each other, while a person fishes on the rocks in the background—captured by Nantucket family photographer Kaity Farrell.
A young boy in a white shirt and khaki shorts sits barefoot on large rocks by the water, with a blue sky and scattered clouds in the background—capturing the essence of Nantucket summer family photos by photographer Kaity Farrell.
Three people stand together on a sandy beach in front of calm water and sailboats, smiling at the camera on a sunny day, perfectly captured by photographer Kaity Farrell for Nantucket lighthouse family photos.
An older man and a young boy stand barefoot on Brant Point beach, smiling at the camera with a wooden fence and grassy dunes in the background—captured by photographer Kaity Farrell.
Five children walk and play barefoot on a sandy beach with greenery in the background under a partly cloudy sky during a Nantucket extended family portrait session by photographer Kaity Farrell.

Planning Your Brant Point Lighthouse Family Photo Session

If you are planning Brant Point Lighthouse family photos, the best time for portraits is typically golden hour, when the light is warm and flattering. Evening sessions also tend to feel quieter and more relaxed.

Extended family sessions work especially well when everyone arrives on time and the session includes a mix of posed group photos and candid moments. Brant Point is a great choice for families who want a classic Nantucket location without needing to travel far across the island.

A woman and three young girls in white dresses stand outside near a brick building on a sunny day, perfectly capturing Nantucket summer family photos by photographer Kaity Farrell.
A woman in a white dress stands on a sandy path, holding a crying toddler in a white floral dress. Grasses and bushes border the path under a clear sky—an authentic moment captured by photographer Kaity Farrell for Nantucket family photos.
Four adults and a baby walk together on a sandy path near grassy dunes, with houses and a clear sky in the background—perfect for extended family photos Nantucket by photographer Kaity Farrell.
Three young girls in light summer dresses play on a weathered wooden fence next to a small, white beach hut on a sunny day—an idyllic scene captured by photographer Kaity Farrell.

Book a Nantucket Family Photographer

If you are visiting Nantucket and looking for extended family photos at Brant Point Lighthouse, I would love to help you plan a relaxed and meaningful portrait session.

To view more sessions like this, explore my Nantucket family photography portfolio.

You can also view more portrait work on my main Nantucket portraits page.

To inquire about availability and booking, please reach out through my contact form.