5 Tips for the Perfect Senior Photo Session: A Guide to Simple, Beauty, & Forever Memories
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Thursday, September 14, 2023
By Courtney Mitchell Photography
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If you're preparing for your senior photo session, chances are you're both incredibly excited and a bit on edge. Relax—you're in the right place! At Courtney Mitchell Photography, our aim is to provide a laid-back, fun, yet professional environment, so all you have to worry about is bringing your smile. Here are our top five tips to ensure the unrealized beauty of your personality shines through the lens, your session feels simple and uncomplicated, and your unique spirit is captured forever.


1. Be Yourself:

This is the most key element for any photo session, especially a senior portrait. Celebrate your individuality and let it shine through. Bring your favorite outfits, accessories, or even your pet if that's what makes you, you. Spontaneity often brings out the best in your photos, radiating a beauty that's simple, yet eloquently you.

2. Location, Location, Location:

The backdrop of your session should resonate with your personality. Whether it's an urban setting, beach, park, or your own backyard—pick a place that feels like home to you. The right location can construct a vibrant mosaic of memories to last forever.

3. Timing is Everything:

Sunset or sunrise usually offers the best lighting known as 'Golden Hour.' If you want your images to radiate with a warm, soft glow, plan your session around this time. Just remember, beauty in photography is often about finding the perfect light.

4. Experiment with Poses:

Feel free to break out of the traditional 'look straight at the camera and smile' mold. Try out different poses, angles, and expressions—laughter, thoughtful captures, candid moments—they can all bring a fresh, fun element to your session.

5. Professional Guidance Never Hurts:

Remember, we're here to support you. As professionals, we can guide you on what colors look best on camera, the right poses, and best locations. We aim to make this session as simple and enjoyable for you as possible, while delivering exceptional results.

Your senior photo session is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, a special milestone in your life. We are here to capture that unique phase, focusing on creating images that are a beautiful reflection of you. Trust in the process, revel in the moment, and walk away with photographs that will keep this treasured time alive forever. Ready to set the stage for your perfect senior photo session? Reach out to us today, and let's create some magic together!

Always capturing life's simple, beauty and forever moments,

Courtney Mitchell Photography


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