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 picture locations – Downtown Ann Arbor

Apr 21, 2026

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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 […]

Ann Arbor senior pictures with Reed

Apr 14, 2026

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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 […]

Pick the perfect location for your senior pictures

Apr 8, 2026

Senior picture tips

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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 […]

Northville Senior Portraits – Senior Spotlight Ryan S

Apr 7, 2026

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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. […]

Senior portrait locations – Parker Mill Park in Ann Arbor

Mar 26, 2026

Senior picture tips

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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 […]

Northville Senior Portraits – Senior Spotlight Ryan

Mar 23, 2026

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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 […]

Ann Arbor senior portraits | Senior spotlight Marianna

Mar 16, 2026

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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 […]

3 things to consider before shopping for your senior pictures

Mar 11, 2026

Senior picture tips

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Meet Ziva! Lutheran Northwest High School senior It was a foggy morning when we first started Ziva’s senior portraits. The fog brought a cool, unique soft look to her images. Ziva has such a calm and sweet presence so I think she did a good job with her clothing and location. They fit her personality. […]

Ann Arbor Senior Portraits | Senior Spotlight Ziva

Mar 10, 2026

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I always aim to capture this one thing in every photo session from a Northville photographer I specialize in Senior pictures and Headshot/Branding portrait sessions. These types of sessions have different experiences and goals. But the one thing I aim for at every shoot is variety. Nobody wants to open their gallery of images only […]

The one thing I capture at every photoshoot

Mar 3, 2026

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