Ric Holt is an award-winning coastal photographer based along Florida’s Emerald Coast, specializing in landscape photography, seascapes, and fine-art coastal prints inspired by the natural beauty of Panama City Beach, 30A, Rosemary Beach, Seaside, Alys Beach, and the surrounding Gulf Coast.
With more than 30 years of photography experience, Ric combines technical mastery with a deep personal connection to the region. His visual art captures the vibrant turquoise waters, dramatic sunsets, sugar-white sand, and peaceful dune lakes that make this stretch of coastline one of the most photographed in the world.
Ric’s fascination with the Gulf began in childhood during visits to the Florida Panhandle. Those memories eventually led him to make his dream a reality, moving permanently to the Emerald Coast in 2006.
His early career began in 2012 with a family beach photography business, where he learned to appreciate the emotional power of capturing moments for local families and visiting tourists. Over time, his creative interests evolved, and he transitioned toward the fine-art coastal photography he’s known for today.
In the summer of 2024, Ric launched Ric Holt Art, a collection of his most striking landscape and seascape work. The launch was inspired by years of friends, collectors, and clients asking for access to his signature coastal images, timeless pieces that reflect the magic of the Gulf Coast.
What makes Ric’s photography stand out is not just his artistic eye, it’s his commitment to capturing the Emerald Coast from angles most people never get to see.
To create these unique perspectives, Ric uses a variety of advanced techniques and equipment, including:
Helicopter aerial photography for panoramic coastline shots
Underwater photography gear for over-and-under (split-level) compositions
Snorkeling and free-diving sessions to capture marine wildlife and underwater textures
Long-exposure photography to freeze time with dreamy sunsets and glowing waters
Fine-art printing technology to preserve color accuracy and detail
His work highlights everything from serene mornings in Panama City Beach to the dramatic sunsets over 30A’s dune lakes. Whether it's the gentle curve of a wave, a school of fish gliding through emerald water, or a quiet shoreline before sunrise, Ric reveals the coast’s beauty in every frame.
As a full-time resident and local creative professional, Ric is deeply connected to the coastal communities he photographs. His work often features iconic scenery from:
Panama City Beach
Inlet Beach
Rosemary Beach
Alys Beach
Seaside
Grayton Beach
Miramar Beach
Santa Rosa Beach
30A and the Scenic Highway coastline
These locations not only play a key role in his artwork but also help make this About page more discoverable by people searching for local coastal photographers, Emerald Coast landscape art, and 30A photography prints.
Ric’s photography has become especially popular among:
Homeowners decorating coastal homes along 30A
Interior designers seeking high-quality local artwork
Vacation rental owners (Airbnb & VRBO) wanting statement pieces
Offices, real estate firms, and local businesses in the Florida Panhandle
His fine-art prints are available in a variety of sizes and materials, including metal, acrylic, and premium archival paper, all crafted to preserve the vivid colors and textures of the Gulf.
Every photograph Ric creates is an invitation to pause, breathe, and connect with the timeless beauty of the place he calls home.
Whether you’re searching for 30A landscape photography, Panama City Beach fine-art prints, or a unique piece that captures the magic of the Gulf, Ric’s work reflects the heart of the Emerald Coast.
Explore his collections, bring a piece of coastal beauty into your home, and experience the shoreline the way Ric sees it, full of color, emotion, and wonder.
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