Family Photo Session on the Beach at the Pullman Phu Quoc Resort

From Eduard Stelmakh, a family photographer based on Phu Quoc Island year-round.

Every family coming on a family vacation hopes for a truly relaxing getaway.

And the atmosphere at Pullman Phu Quoc Beach Resort is sure to help. There's even a collection of beach toys for your kids and a wonderful kid-friendly pool.

So, your kids are busy enjoying new experiences, and you have the opportunity to relax and simply listen to the sea. Or have a quiet conversation with your partner about your future plans while sitting in a sun lounger right there on the beach, while the little ones are busy building a sandcastle.

As a photographer, I'm often invited to shoot these moments of family harmony. It's always a great story. Children grow up so quickly, and next time the family will likely choose a different country or a different beach for their vacation, and everything will be different. That will be a whole new story. But more on that later.

The other day, I photographed a wonderful family vacationing at the Pullman Hotel in Phu Quoc. In this article, I want to tell you a little about that photo shoot.

Since the rainy season hasn't yet receded, the island is still periodically covered by clouds. And on the day of the shoot, the sky was dramatic. As a photographer, I love this kind of weather too. After all, a sky like this is like a giant softbox; the light always casts beautiful soft shadows and makes the image a little more cinematic.

So, to the question of whether I photograph during the rainy season? The answer is a resounding YES, with pleasure :)

And for a family photo shoot, the absence of the scorching sun is a huge plus. Especially if the children are very young.

Besides the fact that a cloudy sky is a huge softbox and light sand is a reflector :) It's a gift for photographers who work with natural light.

It's also a plus for you - you won't have to squint in the sun and wipe sweat from your forehead. Your children will be able to play on the beach longer. And we won't have to interrupt the photo shoot to find shade.

A photo shoot without overheating and shiny faces.

Let me tell you a little about our location - Pullman is very practical and photogenic. Here, beautiful curved lines of the exterior coexist with space and perspective. Photos taken against the backdrop of the hotel and garden will be a great addition to your album. The beach is just a few steps away.

You book a date and time with me. You choose the package that suits you best. See here.

I will come to your hotel at the appointed time, either alone or with an assistant. 

Then the creative process begins. If you are staying at a villa, we will definitely take a few shots there. The interiors and atmosphere of the resort are always beautifully designed. So you will have lifestyle and resort-style photos. Then we will walk around the hotel/resort and take vivid family portraits against the backdrop of tropical greenery and the well-kept hotel garden.

Then we will walk past the hotel pool to the beach, where we will run, jump, take a leisurely stroll along the water's edge, and lie in the sand. Hugging, just the two of you or the whole family. And in the process, we will take a tropical portrait for mom and a business portrait for dad.

The beach always produces the most fun family photos with children. Don't miss it.

We can finish the photo shoot with pictures at the beach bar. The whole family will leisurely sip coconuts through straws and smile at each other, while I photograph your emotions against the backdrop of the sunset. 

Or we can end the family photo session with a lively jump into the pool in our clothes, holding hands. What will you choose?

The atmosphere of an island vacation is relaxed. And if your clothes are in harmony with it and match the clothes of your loved ones, it always looks stylish in the frame.

Light fabrics that flutter in the wind, pareos, and straw hats. Perhaps a bamboo parasol or a large inflatable donut are great accessories for a beach photo shoot.

The colors of the clothes can be anything. The only thing to avoid is bright, garish prints, lots of black, and bright red.

The most flattering outfits for a family photo shoot at a resort are probably safari, boho, and golf styles.

One of the main advantages of a family photo shoot at Pullman Phu Quoc is the resort atmosphere, which will fit perfectly into your vacation and create the background for a cherished holiday.

The hotel has everything you need for a great photo shoot. So click BOOK NOW. And we'll see you offline.

People often write to me: “Is it the rainy season now? Is it impossible to have a photo shoot at this time?”

Late summer and early fall in Phu Quoc is the rainy season, yes, that's true. But that's exactly why this time of year is unique in terms of atmosphere and light. It's the peak of seclusion if you're looking for a break from the frantic pace of the city. At this time of year, nature breathes. 

Let me list the advantages for you again:

• Less sun means you won't get sunburned or overheated, and your children will find it easier to adapt to the tropical heat. By the way, tropical rain is fun, my son loves it :)
• Fewer people means you won't have to queue for breakfast or wait for your favorite spot by the pool to become available. And hotel prices are much cheaper at this time of year.
• Photos taken in cloudy weather look softer and more cinematic, without hard shadows and squinting eyes.

I live here on the island and photograph families in Pullman and beyond all year round. Whether you've already checked into your hotel or are just planning your holiday in Phu Quoc, I'd be delighted to arrange an atmospheric family photo shoot for you. And your family holiday will remain with you in photographs.
 

Sometimes the best part of a photoshoot comes after sunset—when I receive a message from a client that reminds me why I love my job. I create memories for these families on Phu Quoc Island, and it's a joy to read how they experience these moments—it's a true joy. Just a couple of messages from these clients made my day:

The family photography in this article was taken on the beach in September 2025.

📸 Session: 1 hour on the beach
🖼️ Photos: 30 professionally retouched images
🌐 Delivery: Private online gallery to download and share (1-2 days)

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Let’s turn your cloudy day into something unforgettable. )