Anna ~ Downtown Session
Anna is such a busy young woman, that I'm not quite sure how she found time to schedule her senior pics. But I am glad she did! At the time of her session she was juggling soccer, writing for the school newspaper, participating on the Speech and Debate Team, and rehearsing for her high school musical Grease (she is going to be a pink lady soon--opening night is November 16!) Whew! Not sure how she does it all, but not only does she keep up, she excels at everything she is involved with.
Anna chose a downtown setting and it was a slightly crisp but warm enough fall day that she didn't have to bundle up in a coat or worry about shivering. I love fall sessions, but you never know how warm or cold it will be! Many of the summer flowers were done blooming, but luckily they were replaced with fall mums in oranges and yellows which provided a nice splash of color in the background. But my favorite thing about the session was the occasional gusts of winds that blew her hair perfectly. Though I love windblown shots, it is hard to take photographs if the wind is relentless and continually blowing hair around, but the wind cooperated with us nicely and for the most part stayed away until I needed it. So thank you wind!
I really enjoyed spending time with Anna during the shoot. She is lovely and kind and has accomplished so much during her high school years. I have no doubt that she is going to excel at college as well and I wish her all the best!
Violette ~ Downtown
Violette is an incredible young woman and athlete. She plays goalkeeper for Internationals Soccer Club, which part of the the Elite Clubs National League. She is often found traveling across the country to play, not to mention the intensive practices required, so I'm glad she found a brief opening in her schedule to get her senior pictures taken with me! The dedication and hard work regarding soccer has paid off as she has committed to play for Lehigh University in Bethlehem Pennsylvania next year. I love that she brought her soccer jersey and soccer ball to the photo shoot. It is such an important part of her life and now she will have some senior photos capturing that! And I love that she was able to wear a college t-shirt as one of her other outfit changes, too, since she--unlike many seniors--already knows where she is going! It will make a great photo to include in a graduation announcement. I told her it must be nice to relax during her senior year instead of stressing over applications and not knowing where she will end up!
It was a lot of fun wandering downtown with Violette, finding spots to stop and frame her in my camera. I tried some new spots, including some wonderfully decorated store window fronts which made for great backdrops and reflections. She was game to try anything! Violette was just as sweet and pretty as the flower her name reminds me of and I'm so happy I could capture these beautiful photos for her and her family. I wish her all the best when she heads to Lehigh University next year. I know she'll do great!
Allaina ~ Farm
Besides being a competitive figure skater, Allaina also keeps busy with 4 -H. She raised a steer, hog, and dairy calf for the fair. So she is both a glamorous figure skater in sequined costumes and a down to earth farm girl getting dirt on her plaid shirts. I love that about her. She wanted to show her country girl roots so what better place than the farm she spends much of her time on when she is not gliding across ice! I can't decide what my favorite backdrop there was--the tall sunflowers, the white barn, the red barn, the cornfield, or the pond!
Allaina is planning on pursuing Athletic Training in college. I hope she has a fabulous senior year and I wish her all the best! She has been the most amazing subject to have on the other side of my lens. Can a camera fall in love? I think mine did with Allaina :) Thank you, Allaina, for asking me to take your senior pics!
Allaina ~ Arboretum
Tip to Seniors--bring a hat! Allaina brought one for her mini session at Secrest Arboretum and I'm so glad she did. There is just something really fun about posing with a hat. It is an easy way to change up a look and it highlights and brings attention to the eyes. And speaking of eyes--how big and sparkly and brown are Allaina's? Wow. Just wow. Her eyes are simply amazing! I'm in awe of them.
Allaina is a competitive figure skater and she brings a lot of sassy attitude with her when she takes the ice to perform. And she sure brought that attitude with her on this warm and golden August day for the benefit of the camera. I loved capturing this spunky senior. I've known Allaina since she was a little thing. An ornery tomboy with a short bob haircut that would go flying around the rink. What a joy it has been to watch her grow into the gorgeous young woman that she is today!
I'm looking forward to photographing Allaina again soon. A full session with outfit changes, a picturesque farm setting, and her 4-H steer. Can't wait!
Bryn ~ Downtown
Bryn is such an accomplished young woman. Not only is she involved with drama club, student government, and playing the violin in orchestra, she is also a two time National Champion for Speech and Debate! And she is beautiful to boot--tall, curly hair and deep blue eyes. I knew before I even started clicking the camera that she'd have some striking pics! But I learned something, too, as the session progressed. Even though there is no doubt she has a radiant and gorgeous smile, Bryn is the absolute QUEEN of the serious look. I told her mom that it is hard for some to pose with a non-smiley look. It can come across as angry, sad, or annoyed. But with Bryn there is something dreamy and mysteriously fierce, strong, sweet, and gentle at the same time when she doesn't flash her pearly whites. Her mom called it a Mona Lisa smile and said it runs in the family. Though I love her smiley pics, I think my favorites of Bryn are when she is rocking her serious look! I adored the stylish outfits she put together, too. The bright orange floral romper really popped against the grayish blue brick wall. And the blazer, double circle belt, and black converse hightop combo were perfect for the pavilion setting. In the photo of her holding onto the dangling chain links, she reminded me of a model in a high fashion magazine ad:)
I'm lucky and honored that I got to take Bryn's senior pictures. I know wherever she is headed, she has a bright future ahead of her! I have no doubt this girl is going places! And I'm glad she will always have these lovely photos to remind her of her all important senior year.
