High School Senior Yearbook Tips for Photography Session

Yes! Outdoor photos are great and often the favorite portion of the photography session. I can take them at a location we pick near the studio or a location of your choice, but you cannot usually use an outdoor pose in the formal section of the yearbook.

The most important thing to ensure good senior pictures is to spend time preparing for your sitting. Choose outfits that you like and that look good on you. Get input from your parents and your friends.

GIRLS: even if you are not used to wearing makeup, wear it for pictures. Keep it natural. Mascara, lip gloss & foundation are a great basic look. If you have any questions or concerns about makeup or your complexion, see a dermatologist or visit the cosmetics counter at the local department store.

GUYS: shave before your appointment. Don’t panic if you break out before your scheduled time. You can apply some makeup to your skin, or see us for help. I can retouch all of your finished pictures, so it may be best to leave your skin alone.

GUYS & GIRLS: Make sure you are comfortable with your hair – if you get a new hairstyle on picture day and you don’t like it, you won’t like your pictures. You should get your hair cut 1 – 2 weeks prior to your appointment. Get plenty of rest the night before your appointment. Bring your clothes in on hangers, and make sure they are neat and not wrinkled up. Finally, come in with a good attitude. Don’t be a grump on picture day!

I can retouch most blemishes out of your pictures. For more information on retouching, contact me.

There is no simple answer – it might be. If you have had school pictures taken in the past with glasses and there has always been reflection in the lenses, then you might get reflections in our pictures too. If possible, remove the lenses from your frames. This is the best solution. Or you can take your glasses off for your pictures. Please understand that I can only do so much with posing and lighting – you may still have reflections if you leave your lenses in.

Certain camera lenses are designed for portraiture. I use these types of lenses and always have. Portrait lenses don’t distort your face. Who wants to have a distorted face!

No. I provide a disk with all the images from your photography session. You can choose which ones you would like to print or not. Unlike some studios, I do not have a minimum order amount, and I do not hide our prices.

Yes, for an extra charge. Simple retouching can cost as little as $10. More advance retouching can cost up to $50… it all depends on what you would like done. If you are concerned about something, tell me before hand if possible.

That depends on the time of year. If you come in early and order early (like in May or June) your pictures will be ready in about one to two weeks. During our really busy time (August – October) finished pictures may take as long as 2 weeks. This is all custom work, and it does take time to complete. I shoot all senior portraits in RAW which simply put, is like a film negative and needs to be “developed”.

In truth there are many photographers out there who would like to sell you pictures. Some of them are very good, and some really are not that good. The bottom line is, you have the choice. I believe that my work is very unique and creative. My prices are reasonable and there are no photo “packages” that you must commit to. YOU choose what photos and how many you want to print. 90% of all my clients have been referred by other clients. My success depends on continuing to produce unique and beautiful work… otherwise I would not still be here!

So In Summary;