I'm so glad you're here!


I am so excited to get together soon for your senior session! Through my years of being a photographer I've learned what looks great in photos and what doesn't look great - which is why I created this style guide! This guide is mostly for senior sessions, but some advice can translate over to other sessions. Follow along for some advice on what I recommend prior to your session!

Young person in plaid shirt sitting casually outdoors near flowering bushes.
Portrait series on a wooden bridge walkway with industrial architectural elements.
Casual portrait session with vintage car featuring classic headlights and chrome details.
Artistic portrait on rocky riverbed during golden hour with natural stone elements.
Casual portrait series against pink wall with metal railing during autumn season.
Creative portrait series showing relaxed poses against metal railings outdoors.
Person in white sweater standing by serene pond at sunset with autumn trees overhead.
Person in black dress and brown boots posing in field with red barn in background.
Person in black dress and boots standing in front of rustic red barn.
Person sitting on wooden deck with railing overlooking scenic view.
Woman in tan blouse smiling while standing on bridge with lake backdrop.
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if you take one thing from this guide...

Make sure it's this - Be yourself! These sessions should reflect you and your beautiful family! Great clothing choices enhance the photos, but the most important things are that you're surrounded by the ones you love and you're having a great time! I'll make you look amazing no matter what!

Person in black sweater standing on path next to tranquil pond at dusk.

Bring a change of clothes!

Senior sessions are fun in the way that we can be as 'you' as you want to be! Bring something casual you wear all the time, and feel comfortable in. And then bring something a little fancy - maybe a dress or a nice jacket. Or if you already have your cap & gown let's incorporate that! The possibilities are endless!!

Person sitting on hood of vintage BMW car under fall trees on residential street.

think about your layers!

Layers are great for the colder months (especially with little ones!). It gives texture and movement to your outfits, without looking too bulky. Think about layering a cardigan on top of a t-shirt or tank top with jeans, or even a flannel! Try to stay away from large jackets. Scarfs, hats, sweaters, tights, blazers, light jackets - the possibilities are endless!

Person relaxing on large rock by river during golden hour wearing casual attire.

what not to do!

Stay away from graphics and florescent colors. We want these photos to be timeless and stand the test of time - graphics tend to go out of style and will date your photos.

Don't wear things that make you uncomfortable! We want your photos to look as natural and calm as possible, don't wear 8" heels if you don't normally wear them or you might notice the look of pain in your face for years to come.

Try not to be too matchy-matchy! Coordinate, don't match! Wearing the same thing can make the photos look flat and boring - we want excitement and texture in these photos!

Person in striped sweater standing at marina dock with boats in background.
Graduate in cap and gown sitting on grass field with trees in background.
Person sitting in urban concrete structure with street art and skateboard.