South Austin Trails – Family Photo Session

by admin | Oct 18, 2024 | family, photography

Southwest Austin Park Trails | Austin Family Photographer

I last photographed this family in the Spring at the Blanton Museum. For the fall, they chose a spot closer to home, the park trails near their house in Southwest Austin.

Then we ended up in their front yard recreating some of the same shots we’d taken when the kids were younger.

Tips for Family Photo Sessions in the park:

Pack water if it’s a hot day, and bring snacks if you think your kids will get hungry during the family photo session
Wear comfortable shoes since we’ll be walking along the trails
Bring a blanket whose colors coordinate with your outfits in case we want to take any seated photos
You can also bring a prop for an activity you enjoy doing (guitar, kite, ball, etc.)

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Seider Springs Greenbelt – Austin Senior Photos

by admin | Oct 2, 2024 | photography, seniors

Seider Springs Park Senior Photos | Austin Senior Photographer

Looking for a serene spot in Central Austin for your senior portraits? As an experienced Austin senior photographer, I recently captured a memorable session at Seider Springs Greenbelt, a hidden gem along Shoal Creek. The greenery and peaceful vibe make it a perfect location for high school senior photos.

I’ve photographed families before at Seider Springs Greenbelt, but this was my first high school Senior photo session held there.

Seider Springs in on the east bank of Shoal Creek between 34th and 38th streets. It’s a nice green space tucked away in Central Austin.

If you’re also interested in having your Senior Photo Session at Seider Springs, check out my tips below.

Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at Seider Springs Greenbelt:

There’s convenient parking near St. Andrews School (you’ll only be able to park on one side of the street – follow the signs).
Seasonal fall colors appear around late November / early December.
This park is secluded and rarely crowded for a personalized experience.
Note: this park does not have restrooms, so plan to change outfits in your car.

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What do you plan to do with your digital photos? I’m going to save the memory of this day and share the pics with family & friends!
What advice would you give to others planning a similar Senior photo session? To go look at the photo shoot site ahead of time to look for & suggest additional spots for photos.
Anything else you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography? Nothing! You were excellent & very attentive!

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Pease Park – Austin Senior Photos

by admin | Oct 1, 2024 | photography, seniors

Pease Park Senior Photos | Austin Senior Photographer

As an Austin senior photographer, I love capturing portraits at iconic locations like Pease Park.

This session for an Anderson High School senior started in Live Oak Meadow, where towering oaks and Shoal Creek create a stunning backdrop. We ended at Kingsbury Commons, known for its Treehouse and Tudor Cottage. Pease Park offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and architectural charm.

If you live in Austin and are also interested in having your Senior Photo Session at Pease Park, check out my tips below.

Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at Pease Park:

For more of a natural background, the Live Oak Meadow has lots of tall oak trees, some with beautiful hanging Spanish Moss, as well as easy access to explore Shoal Creek. Certain times of year the water levels may be very low.
If you want to include some architectural elements, Kingsbury Commons has the two-story metal and rope Treehouse. It aslo has a nature play area and the charming Tudor Cottage.
In my experience, it’s been easier to find parking by the Live Oak Meadow than the Kingsbury Commons (and it’s about a 7-10 minute walk between both spots so make sure you’re wearing or bringing comfortable shoes)
Check the Park’s Events Page to make sure there isn’t a conflict during your session
The Park gets crowded on weekends so try to pick off times to visit for your photo session. (FYI: this spot is very popular for all types of photo sessions, so don’t be surprised to see other photographer’s working there)
The park has restrooms you can use for Senior session outfit changes

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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 on my blog.

What do you plan to do with your digital photos? I plan to put them on my graduation cards and post on instagram.
What advice would you give to others planning a similar Senior photo session? Be relaxed, the photos will look much more natural if you have fun.
Anything else you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography? She was incredibly nice and helped so much to make the shoot as comfortable as possible. (Senior)

We had the pleasure of working with Stephanie, and the entire experience was fantastic! She was communicative and provided clear directions before, during, and after the shoot, which made the process smooth and stress-free. Stephanie’s professionalism, along with her warm and approachable demeanor, made us feel comfortable from start to finish. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a seamless and enjoyable experience! (Mom)

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Waterloo Greenway Park – Senior Photo Session

by admin | Sep 7, 2024 | photography, seniors

Fall blooms in downtown Austin park for High School Senior Photo Session

This Class of 2025 Anderson High School Senior picked Waterloo Greenway Park for her photo location.

I made a pre-session scouting trip to ensure that the park was looking green and vibrant after a hot summer. I was so happy to see some flowers in bloom. Then, I double checked the park’s event page to make sure we didn’t have a conflict. Knowing there were no events that night, we met up one September evening for photos.

If you’re also interested in having your Senior Photo Session at Waterloo Greenway Park, check out my essential tips below.

Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at Waterloo Greenway Park:

Check the Park’s Events Page to make sure there isn’t a conflict during your session
There is free metered parking after 6pm on side streets next to the park, and the nearby Capitol Visitor’s Garage offers the first two hours of parking for free – but check the UT Football schedule as well before you book – because the Visitor’s Garage is used for some tailgating on game days
The park has restrooms you can use for outfit changes
This spot is very popular for all types of photo sessions, so don’t be surprised to see other photographer’s working there.
FYI – the park will be expanding in the future

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What do you plan to do with your digital photos? Parent: I will have some prints made to give to a few family members. I’ll also use one or more images to create a graduation announcement postcard to mail out in May 2025.
Senior: Maybe post some on my Instagram account and print some out for myself and family
How did you choose your location for your session? Parent: I was familiar with Waterloo Greenway and all the vegetation growing there. And luckily it was a perfect spot to take Marin’s senior photos! There’s lots of plants still in bloom, and it was very lush and green. It’s also just 10 minutes from our house so it was very conveniently located.
What advice would you give to others planning a similar Senior photo session? Parent: Go with Stephanie rather than the photo studios owned by the various yearbook companies. These studios start sending out emails at the end of junior year, so I went with Cady photo studio. I felt a little overwhelmed, and I just didn’t want to start researching pricing with independent photographers. We didn’t have a great experience at Cady though, which was very disappointing. Stephanie cares about her work and clearly loves photography. She makes having your photo taken so fun! Marin, who has always been introverted and quiet, felt so at ease while Stephanie took her picture. It’s all because of Stephanie’s amazingly cheerful demeanor and her continual encouragement during Marin’s photo session. Senior: It’s fun and Stephanie really cares about making the photos look nice and likes trying new ideas.
Anything else you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography?Parent: Stephanie was so thoughtful and packed waters for us and a small, handheld fans for us to use. She had a small rolling cart that made it easy to transport her equipment around the park and let us throw our stuff in there too. Overall, it was just a 10 out of 10 experience. Stephanie really hit it out of the park (pun intended because I’m a nerd)! I had to stop myself several times from getting teary-eyed, or just full on crying, watching my sweet Marin so happy and at ease while being photographed for her senior pictures. A huge thanks to Stephanie for more than making up for our less than great first senior photo experience. Our session with Stephanie became a core memory moment that we’ll have forever and I’m just so grateful!
Senior: I felt like a VIP!

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What to Wear – Senior Photo Sessions

by admin | Sep 3, 2024 | photography, seniors

Need help figuring out What to Wear for your Senior Photo Session?

You’ve booked your photo session and chosen your location. The next step is to figure out what you want to wear to your Senior Photo Session. Here are some easy steps to take:

Pick your colors

Discover your best color palette

I like to use the Dressika app or visit the Colorwise website to upload a selfie and see which are my best colors. There are also lots of paid versions or consultants you can hire.

You can also use your color palette to help pick makeup in complementary colors.

Made a mood board

Create a Pinterest board of outfits

You can use Pinterest like a search engine. Type in what you’re looking for:

ex. Fall outfits for High School Senior Photos *

Then you can shop directly from the site or just use it for outfit inspiration.

* Keep in mind what season your photo session will fall into.

Shop your Closet

Go through your closet

Once you have a sense of what colors look best on you and what outfit combinations you like, check your own closet first to start building your Senior Photo Session wardrobe.

And if that doesn’t work, then go shopping.

All Stephanie Friedman Senior Photo Sessions include three outfits. I recommend something casual, something dressy and something that represents your high school interests (like a sports uniform or dance costume).

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