Austin skyline, visual arts studies and rooftop garage views
It’s not every Class of 2024 McCallum Senior I photograph – that I can also claim to have been at their baby shower – but Evie is in that small group.
Baby Shower Games: Guessing what Evie’s name was going to be (Pilar was my vote)
Or have a photo of them as a baby with their dad.
So it felt like a full circle moment to get to take pictures her Senior Year of High School as well.
We chose the Long Center as her location to get downtown views as well as an industrial vibe from the parking garage.
As part of my pre-planning Senior questionnaire, I asked about her High School interests. And then made sure to include her painting supplies to highlight her work in the Visual Arts.
If you’re also interested in having your Senior Photo Session at the Long Center, check out my essential tips below.
Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at the Long Center
- EVENTS: Check the Long Center events page first to ensure there won’t be a conflict with your session date
- PARKING: Long Center Garage has ample parking (as well as lots of great backdrops)
- TIME OF DAY: I prefer “just before sunset” golden hour sessions to get the best light on the Austin Skyline in the background
- LOCATIONS: I usually start at the Long Center Rotunda (love all the architectural details and color palette), and then either move towards the parking garage rooftop for an urban vibe or go towards Butler Park for a nature setting
- OUTFIT CHANGES: Be prepared to change outfits in your car in case the Long Center is closed to visitors during your session.
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Please check out some of my favorite images below and contact me if you’d like to book your own Senior session in Austin, Texas. Explore more Senior sessions like Evie’s on my blog.
1. What do you plan to do with your Senior Photos? We plan to send them out as graduation annoucements, and we plan to send the Grandparents larger prints.
2. What advice would you give to other High School Seniors planning their photo session? Go to a location you are familiar with, just be yourself and be comfortable. Don’t bring too many changes of clothes.
3. Anything you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography? Stephanie has the ability to make anyone feel comfortable. She captured our daughter’s spirit and spark so well. What a gift to have the same talented photographer for our daughter’s baby photos and senior photos! She is a true professional and made the entire process seamless.
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