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What to expect when you hire me for your senior photos When you are choosing a senior photographer, you should have an idea of what to expect from them. Especially for the things that you are nervous about, need help with or are important to you. So below are some main common questions or concerns […]

Your Senior pictures should be unique to you Senior pictures capture a special time in your life! They should, of course, capture you at your best but also feel like you. There are many subtle and not-so-subtle ways to customize your senior portraits. Let’s go through your options. Location choice I ask my seniors where […]

Senior portrait location series Downtown Ann Arbor is a fantastic location for senior pictures. There’s a wealth of color, texture, and variety. So much so that a whole session could take place within just a block. I recommend is picking a spot you like and then walking around from there. There are so many good […]

Senior spotlight – Meet Reed! Northville High School senior Although Senior pictures in the Fall in Michigan can be beautiful, they can also be unpredictable! Reed did awesome because what you can’t tell from the pictures is that it was cold enough to see his breath the morning we got started! Thankfully, the sun really […]

How to choose the perfect location A lot of planning and thought go into your senior pictures. One of the bigger decisions that will influence the vibe is the location(s) you choose. Let me help! Here’s my advice when it comes to picking the perfect location for your own senior portraits! Pick a location that […]

Meet Ryan! Northville High School senior Well, this senior had a story to tell when he arrived at his session. I had photographed Ryan when he was younger and his older brother’s senior pictures just a couple of years ago. So I knew Ryan was easy going and layed back but I didn’t expect that […]

Senior portrait location series Parker Mill County park is a smaller park in Ann Arbor outside of Downtown off of Geddes Rd. Even though it’s a smaller park then the Matthaei Botanical Gardens or the Arb, it has it’s own personality and options for varity for seniors who want more of a natural nature location. […]

Meet Ryan! Farmington High School senior I’ve photographed Ryan when he was much smaller, and it was so fun to see him again at this special time! He did a great job customizing the session to his personality. We picked a location with water, a subtle nod to his swimming. He also brought his letter […]

Meet Marianna! Troy Athens High School senior Marianna came to my studio early from Troy for hair and makeup and then we ventured on to Ann Arbor to the location she chose, Parker Mill Park. She wanted early Fall pictures because that season fit the clothing she wanted to wear. We got lucky with a […]

Senior picture what to wear advice What to wear can be one of the most stressful, exciting and/or overwhelming parts of your senior picture experience. Because of this, my senior clients receive a welcome magazine with tons of advice, tips and inspiration. I do a consult call and some even text me pictures of their […]