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Senior Photos Aren’t Just for the Yearbook
I recently had a senior bring not just her casual and stylish outfit for her session, but also a navy blazer to pair with her jeans. Why? Because she wanted to use a few of her senior photos as professional headshots for LinkedIn and future job or internship applications. Let’s give her a round of applause for thinking ahead—because this is genius.
From the Classroom to the Camera:
For twelve years, I dedicated my life to teaching in Catholic schools. It was more than just a job—it was a calling. I stayed because I knew that within the system, marginalized children needed at least one adult who truly saw them, loved them, and stood up for them. Now, as a Seattle family and high school senior photographer, that same passion drives me to create safe, joyful spaces where every client feels seen, valued, and celebrated.
Can I Include My Family in My Senior Portraits?
When was the last time you had a family photo that wasn’t a quick snapshot on someone’s phone? If you’re like most families, it’s probably been a while. Senior year is already bursting with milestones, so why not use this opportunity to capture your family together while celebrating this incredible moment for your high school senior?
The answer is a resounding YES—you can absolutely include your family in your senior portraits. And, honestly? I think it’s one of the most meaningful things you can do.
Why Pets Deserve a Spot in Your Family Photos
Okay, I’m going to come right out and say it: pets aren’t just pets—they’re family. If you’re booking a senior or family photo session and wondering whether you should include your furry (or feathered or scaled) best friend in the mix, let me tell you, the answer is a resounding YES…
5 Reasons Why Mini Sessions are a Great Choice for Families and High School Seniors
Fall is the perfect time to capture those special moments with your family or high school senior. Here’s why you should book a mini session this season:
1. The Perfect Backdrop: Fall offers stunning natural beauty, with vibrant leaves and soft, golden light that make your photos pop. It’s an ideal setting for creating timeless images.
Why Senior Photography Matters
Why Senior Photography is So Important: As a Seattle lifestyle senior portrait photographer, I know that senior photography is a vitally important milestone that beautifully encapsulates a significant transition in a your child’s life. It’s not just about capturing a moment in time; it’s about celebrating individuality, growth, and the exciting path that lay before them. These high school graduation portraits serve as a heartfelt tribute to the years of hard work, dreams, and aspirations they have worked so hard, and sometimes fought so hard, for.
Volunteer Park for Family Sessions
Nestled in one of the most opulent neighborhoods on Capital Hill, Volunteer Park is a gorgeous park perfect for your next family or high school senior photo session. The surrounding neighborhood is quiet and serene with blocks of beautiful houses, some as old as Seattle itself.
Come As You Are
Do you ever mishear a lyric and like your version better? For the longest time, I though the lyric to the Nirvana song Come as You Are was, Come as you are, as you were, as I want you to be, as a friend, as a friend, as an old memory…Turns out it was always: As an old enemy. I spent years of my life singing enemy as memory. I liked the ring of old memory a lot better don’t you?
A Conversation About Photography Pricing Models:
So, you’ve just started to research local photographers, and you see that pricing is all over the place. Some photographers charge a flat fee, while others have a sitting fee with packages. What’s the deal? Why are the pricing structures so different and which one is better? It’s enough to drive a consumer bananas. That’s where I can help. I’m here to break down the pricing structure models and talk to you about why I price my photography the way that I do in the hopes that you can make the right choice for your family. Let’s have a look together, shall we?
Return on Investment | Why Photography Has a Long-Term Payoff
I have been mulling this blog post over in my mind for several weeks. It was like a faint whisper at first, and then it turned into a shout that the universe would no longer let me ignore. So, I started small. Instead of creating a full-scale post, I did a short carousel post on social media that outlined my thoughts and vision for this content. The post asked a very poignant question: What would you pay to preserve your memories forever?