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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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’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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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? 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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College Care Package Ideas

by admin | Sep 1, 2024 | college, photography

College Care Package Ideas to send to your Freshman away at School

Starting College is a huge miletone filled with excitement, challenges and new experiences. When your child’s Freshman Year of College has just started and you want to:

Show how much you care about them
Spoil them with some treats
Brighten their day with mail
Give them a sweet surprise

Then send them a theme package. Some ideas are below.

Feel Better Soon

Feel Better Get Well Care Package:

(Send in September before cold & flu season starts)

Instant cup of soup
EmergenC packets
Chlorox wipes
Variety of medicines (cough drops, cold/allergy meds, pedialyte, etc.)
Kleenex
Hand sanitizer
Box of tea
First Aid Kit
Get Well Soon card

Holiday in a Box

Holiday in a Box

(Send in early October)

Their favorite Halloween candy (enough to share with roommates)
Pumpkin spice candle
Halloween or Fall themed socks
Holiday themed craft kit
Hot chocolate packets
Cozy blanket or slippers
Small Halloween costume accessory

Hometown Favorites

Hometown Favorites

(Send in November to get your college student excited about coming home for the holidays)

Framed family photo
T-shirt from one of their favorite stores back home
Favorite locally made snacks
Small holiday decorations to put up in their dorm room such as an advant calendar or colorful string lights
Travel accessories to make their flight home more comfortable
Local gift cards to restaurants and stores to use when they visit home
Homemade treats such as chocolate chip cookies

The best part about sending a care package is that it shows your college student you’re thinking of them, even from afar. It doesn’t have to be elaborate or expensive; the key is to fill it with personalized items that cater to their unique tastes and needs.

With these ideas, you can create a care package that’s both practical and heartwarming—a perfect pick-me-up for any college student this Fall!

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