Exquisite Beach Sessions
& Premier Studio Portraits
Exquisite Beach Sessions & Premier Studio Portraits
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Welcome to
Lydia Leclair Photography
This is where authenticity and timeless beauty come together to create heirloom-quality portraits. Whether you’re a local, or a vacationer cherishing the heart of Cape Cod, I’m here to capture your story in a way that feels natural, elevated, and uniquely yours.
I specialize in family portraits, high school senior sessions, and multi-generational family photography. Each session is designed to bring joy and connection into every frame. This isn’t just a photoshoot — it’s an experience that results in artwork you can enjoy today, and years to come.
Hi, I’m Lydia!
I’m excited to photograph all families in a judgment free zone filled with warmth and care including…
Locals and vacationers
Young children, newborns, and adult children
Families of all abilities and disabilities
Neurodiverse children (ADHD, autism, and beyond)
Blended families (step, bonus, and chosen connections)
Multigenerational gatherings
Families and individuals of every orientation
My Story
I grew up in Western Mass, and spent my summers on Cape Cod. To say I’m obsessed with old photographs is an understatement— this is a historic image of my grandparent’s house. Every time I look at it I feel my childhood: running down the hill between the big barn and little barn, watching my grandmother hang out laundry to dry, long days at the pond, going to the go-carts and playing mini golf, and eating endless peanut butter and fluff sandwiches. When they purchased this property, the once manicured bog was a thriving pond with tall trees between the yard and water’s edge. My grandfather would use the big barn for storage (and puttering/ tinkering) and and I would often go in and look around to see the giant cranberry processing machinery and wheels against the walls. I can still smell the sweet, dark, damp, moldy air… a very classic old Cape home smell.
Cape Cod summers were my favorite. Back 30 years ago it felt like we were going to the country— a three hour drive to the middle of nowhere. We didn’t watch tv, there was no AC, and I would walk around the tall grass out back to the property’s edge to visit two horse in the big field next door. Summers were dreamy, quiet, and filled with nature, reading and endless daydreaming…
Over two decades later I’m living on the Cape year-round and my studio is one mile from this same summer house.
"Lydia Leclair is the most talented photographer!
She took photos of our family this past summer on the beach in Dennis and the images are beautiful, beyond! Not only are the photos stunning, but Lydia was lovely to work with and extremely professional! I can't recommend her highly enough!" - Chelsea
A Stress-Free Process
01. Discover Your Vision
Let’s talk about your family, your story, and what makes you unique.
02. Design the Experience
Together, we’ll plan the details from location to wardrobe so your session feels effortless.
03. Receive Your Heirlooms
Your finished artwork, albums, wall pieces, and prints will be delivered directly to you.
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Sessions can be held at any beach or scenic location on Cape Cod, at a private home, or in my Harwich Port studio. I’ll guide you in choosing the perfect setting for your portraits.
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Summer and fall fill quickly, especially evenings and weekends, so I recommend booking as soon as you know your dates. That said, always reach out; I can often accommodate last-minute sessions, and reschedules sometimes open new spots.
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That’s wonderful! Feel free to call, text, or email with questions. During your session, I’ll guide you every step of the way from posing you naturally to helping you feel at ease, making sure your portraits look relaxed and authentic.
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I provide style guidance and wardrobe suggestions so you feel confident and look your best. Coordinated colors, soft textures, and timeless outfits photograph beautifully. I’m always happy to offer feedback on your outfit ideas.
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You’ll be invited to a personalized ordering appointment (in person or via Zoom) to select your favorite images. From there, I’ll help you design albums, wall art, and prints that turn your portraits into lasting heirlooms.
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Absolutely, multi generational sessions are my specialty! I love capturing both classic group portraits and candid interactions that highlight your family’s connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Establish or continue your family’s visual legacy with a portrait session.
No matter how big your family is, every photography session is a reason to celebrate! Whether you are documenting the kids growing up each year, a special summer vacation, celebrating a milestone birthday, or a wedding anniversary, your photos are your visual legacy. You will cherish them for the rest of your life.