JACKSONVILLE'S PREMIER FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHER

Close-up of couple holding hands, woman wearing an engagement ring, in outdoor natural light.
Black and white photo of a bride in hijab and groom in suit holding hands walking near city skyscrapers.
A young woman in a floral dress leans against a man in a striped shirt outdoors.
Joyful couple holding hands and walking through beach waves during a romantic sunset engagement shoot.
Happy couple lying on grass smiling and laughing together in warm sunlight.
Groom kissing bride on cheek while she smiles holding hands in front of glass skyscraper.
Close-up of couple's hands almost touching with a gold engagement ring against a waterfront city skyline.
Engaged couple embracing in front of the Cummer Gallery of Art in Jacksonville, Florida.
Close-up of a woman's hand with an engagement ring resting on a man's shoulder at the beach.
Couple embracing outdoors at night, man kissing woman's cheek, she wears a floral off-shoulder dress.
Bride in hijab and groom standing together viewing a blue drawbridge over a river at sunset.
Couple embracing by palm tree-lined waterway, woman in orange floral midi dress.
Bride and groom holding hands with city skyline in background, wedding detail shot.
Couple embracing and gazing at each other in a sunlit garden with large oak tree.
A couple walks hand in hand on a beach surrounded by driftwood at golden hour.
Smiling woman in white off-shoulder dress embraced by man on beach at golden hour.
Black and white romantic beach photo of couple kissing as man dips woman near ocean waves.
A couple shares a kiss while sitting on a large tree branch in a shaded park.
Close-up of a woman's hand with engagement ring and gold bracelet resting on man's shoulder.
Couple lying on grass holding hands up, engagement ring visible in warm sunlight.
Engaged couple holding hands on tree-lined path with Spanish moss overhead.
Engaged couple posing back to back by the water, woman in orange floral dress smiling.
Engaged couple holding hands in a lush formal garden with tall hedges and archways.
Back view of man with woman's hand wearing engagement ring draped over his shoulder on rooftop.
A couple shares a romantic kiss while holding hands in warm golden sunset light.
A laughing couple runs hand in hand along a brick path at night under trees.
Man kissing woman's cheek as she smiles and shows her engagement ring outdoors near palm trees.
Romantic engaged couple touching foreheads intimately on the beach during a golden hour photo session.
Bride and groom holding hands on rooftop parking lot with city building backdrop.
Couple holding hands near water, woman in orange floral dress with gold bracelet.
Close-up of bride and groom holding hands, bride wearing gold ring and bracelet near waterfront railing.
Muslim wedding couple posing in white gown and black suit in front of modern city skyscrapers.
A couple shares a tender kiss while walking barefoot along a beach at sunset.
Couple posing together on brick steps outside a historic building in black and white.
Couple embracing on rooftop with a city bridge and skyline visible in the cloudy background.
Happy couple laughing together on scenic path under Spanish moss-draped trees.
Close-up of bride and groom holding hands, bride wearing gold engagement ring and white dress.
Close-up of womans hand with engagement ring resting on mans shoulder outdoors.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss outdoors under a magnolia tree in golden sunlight.
Muslim bride in white hijab holding calla lily bouquet standing close to groom in black suit outdoors.
Man kissing woman on cheek during engagement session by the waterfront.
A smiling couple embraces joyfully in a lush green park with a city building behind them.
Black and white photo of couple walking hand in hand along a waterfront promenade.
Couple lying on green grass holding hands and smiling at each other from above.
Couple embracing and about to kiss in front of tall glass skyscrapers in urban setting.
Smiling bride showing off her engagement ring with groom at a beach engagement photo session.
Happy couple sitting together on a curb at night, laughing and holding hands outdoors.
Happy engaged couple walking hand-in-hand through ocean waves on a sandy beach at sunset.
A man holds a woman's hand as she balances on a tree root in a lush garden.
Close-up of couple holding hands, woman in orange floral dress with gold bangle bracelet.
Muslim bride in white hijab wedding gown holding hands with groom in black suit on city street.
Couple posing together on rooftop parking lot with vintage Carling building sign in background.
Groom kissing bride on the forehead while embracing on a beach at sunset during engagement photos.
Couple holding hands walking at night in front of a tall illuminated skyscraper.
Smiling couple posing together in front of a green ivy wall, woman showing engagement ring.
Couple reaching hands toward each other on rooftop with city skyline and bridge in background.
Close-up of a couple holding hands, woman wearing gold bracelets and engagement ring.
Close-up of couple holding hands, woman wearing an engagement ring, floral dress and purple shirt.
Man kissing woman's cheek as she smiles warmly, embracing under sunlit trees outdoors.
Muslim wedding couple posing in front of City Hall, bride in white hijab gown and groom in black suit.
Joyful couple dancing on beach at sunset, woman in white dress laughing as man kisses her cheek.
Black and white photo of couple lying on grass holding hands up toward tree branches.
Romantic couple lying on green grass facing each other tenderly in soft light.
Man embracing woman from behind and kissing her temple on sandy beach at sunset.
Black and white photo of couple holding hands as man kisses womans forehead in a sunlit garden.
ends May 1st (book for any future date)

Engagement + Couples Session Sale


Celebrate your story with a beautifully crafted engagement or couples session designed to capture genuine connection and timeless moments. With thoughtfully styled imagery and a relaxed, guided experience, these sessions are the perfect way to preserve this exciting season of life in a way that feels both natural and unforgettable.


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Man in white shirt kissing womans temple on beach at sunset, woman in off-shoulder white dress.

Sale Details


  • Up to 60 minutes of shooting time
  • 75+ professionally edited images delivered in a private online gallery
  • Printing rights
  • Fast turnaround so you can share your photos quickly
  • Professional posing


Special Sale Price: $250


Regular price: $299

Location Guide


Not sure where to take your couples photos? We’ve got you covered.


Check out our Jacksonville location guide, featuring some of our favorite beaches, parks, and scenic spots that photograph beautifully.


We can also rent a studio space for your session, this typically adds about $100 to the total price.


Travel fees may apply for sessions located outside of the Jacksonville area.

Next Steps


Ready to book your graduation session?


Click here to inquire or the button below to check availability. Once we confirm a date that works for you, we’ll send over a secure booking link where you can:


  1. Select and confirm your session date
  2. Sign your session agreement
  3. Complete a short questionnaire to help us plan your shoot
  4. Submit your session payment



Woman in orange floral dress leaning against mans back near waterfront at golden hour.


Questions?


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FAQ

What happens if we need to reschedule or cancel?

We are incredibly flexible with rescheduling and cancellation. If we cannot find a date that works for both of us then the session will remain on file as a non-non-tranferrable credit for 1 year.

Is payment due at booking?

Yes, we require full payment at booking unless you are visiting from out of town for your session. Then we take a 50% deposit.

Why no deposits? We have been doing this for 10 years and unfortunately the amount of people that will give you a deposit without being sure they can pay the remainder is much higher than you'd expect.

Even with automation we were spending too much time chasing down 2nd invoices which made scheduling sessions very difficult.

We don’t feel very confident in front of the camera, is that ok?

No worries! I come prepared with ideas and have an incredible amount of patience. If you have any ideas you'd like to try out you can make a Pinterest board or just shoot the examples over to me.

Do you retouch images?

Yes- from fly aways, to stains, to acne, or eczema we will get you looking your best. If you have any specific requests the day of make sure to point it out so I catch them when editing.

What is the typical turn around time?

You usually have your photos within 7-10 days. If I expect it will take longer I'll shoot you a message.

About us: Husband + Wife creative team with 10 years of experience.

Bearded man in white sweatshirt holding a black camera in a bright studio setting.

Lincoln Distler  


photographer + editor


Lincoln grew up on the West Coast and is a California native who has called Jacksonville home since 2005. A blues guitarist raised in a creative household, he developed an early appreciation for storytelling through art. That creative background naturally evolved into a passion for photographing people and capturing meaningful moments.

Smiling woman in brown blazer sitting on a couch with a green plant in the background.

Ligaya Distler


business manager


Ligaya is a Jacksonville native who loves helping create the welcoming, thoughtful experience Thistle Photo Co. is known for. She is deaf and reads lips, and plays a key role in supporting clients and making sure every session feels smooth, comfortable, and memorable from start to finish.

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