Downtown Austin Senior + Family Photos | Austin Senior Photographer This Class of 2025 LASA High School Senior picked the Seaholm District in Downtown Austin for their photo session location. They wanted a mixture of urban and nature for their backgrounds. Their mom...
Your Senior Year. Your Style. Which Senior Photography type fits you best?
High School Senior photos are important for capturing memories, documenting achievements and letting your parents show you off – their pride and joy.
If you’re looking for an Austin Senior Photographer, what photography style bests fits your personality? Take a look at the descriptions below and see which one you’re most drawn to.
— The Four Styles —
Photography Style Categories
Candid and Natural: This style emphasizes capturing genuine moments and emotions. It’s perfect for students who want a relaxed and authentic look. Usually taken outdoors in natural light.
Editorial: This type of photography looks like a dramatic and stylized high-fashion advertising campaign. Can include special lighting techniques.
Artistic and Creative: This style allows for experimentation with different angles, lighting, and props to create unique and eye-catching images.
Classic and Timeless: A more traditional approach that focuses on elegance and sophistication. This might best work for a straightforward yearbook headshot.
The photography style will impact the overall look and feel of your photo session.
The majority of my portfolio is in the Natural & Candid style.
Though I will incorporate the other styles as well. It depends on what outfits, location and props the Senior chooses.
“Photographs are kept as a diary without words, and the photographer is a writer of memoirs.”
– Eudora Welty –
Think we would be a good match for a High School Senior Photo Session? If yes, contact me to schedule your photos.
Please contact me if you’d like to book a Senior Photo Session in Austin, Texas. Explore more portrait sessions on my blog.
Downtown Austin Senior + Family Photos | Austin Senior Photographer This Class of 2025 LASA High School Senior picked the Seaholm District in Downtown Austin for their photo session location. They wanted a mixture of urban and nature for their backgrounds. Their mom...
Need help picking your High School Senior Photo Session Location? Your favorite school subject just might help.
Choosing a location for your senior photos can be just as important as selecting your outfit or what props to bring. Your senior photos should reflect who you are and what you love.
Here in Austin, Texas, we have a wide variety of fantastic locations that can represent your favorite school subjects. Whether you’re a history buff or a science enthusiast, there’s a perfect spot for you around town.
If English is your favorite school subject, I’d suggest:
South Congress Avenue High School Senior Photo Session
Austin Public Library (interior location requires a permit and location fee)
Long Center for the Performing Arts
South Congress Ave. storefronts
Downtown Rooftops
Mayfield Park
If History is your favorite school subject, I’d suggest:
Bob Bullock Museum photo session
State Capitol
Bullock Museum
Star Hill Ranch (has a location fee)
French Legation (requires permission)
Old Settlers Park
If PE is your favorite school subject, I’d suggest:
Lady Bird Lake trails with College Senior photo session showcasing her love of running
Lady Bird Lake Trails
Butler Park
Commons Ford Ranch
Bull Creek Park
Pease Park
If Art is your favorite school subject, I’d suggest:
High School Senior Photo Session in the Blanton Museum Courtyard
Sekrit Theater (has a location fee)
Blanton Museum Courtyard
Domain Murals (requires location permission)
Laguna Gloria (has a location fee)
Zilker Botanical Gardens (has a location fee)
If Math or Science is your favorite school subject, I’d suggest:
Repeating lines and patterns in the Seaholm District in Downtown Austin.
University of Texas campus
Seaholm District
Mueller Greenway
Redbud Isle
Nature & Science Center
Your senior photos should be a reflection of who you are and what you love. In Austin, Texas, there are numerous locations that can match your interests. Whether you love History, Math, English, or any other subject, there’s a perfect spot waiting for you.
So, pick your favorite and get ready to pose. I’ll be ready with my camera.
Please contact me if you’d like to book a Senior Photo Session in Austin, Texas. Explore more portrait sessions on my blog.
Downtown Austin Senior + Family Photos | Austin Senior Photographer This Class of 2025 LASA High School Senior picked the Seaholm District in Downtown Austin for their photo session location. They wanted a mixture of urban and nature for their backgrounds. Their mom...
Western Styled Photo Workshop at the Pine Moore Old West Studio in Blanco, Texas
Since Summer is my slower season for photo sessions, I like to keep an eye out for creative opportunities just for myself.
While checking the classes on Precision Camera’s calendar, I spotted the “Western Photography Workshop with Robert Backman.”
Behind the Scenes at the Western Photography Workshop
It seems to be offered yearly and is described as such:
“Howdy sharpshooters! Join Robert Backman, Westcott and Canon at the Buggy Barn Museum’s Pine Moore Old West Studio in Blanco, TX for some creative lighting and portrait techniques! If you have ever been curious about using colorful lighting to compose your images, reflectors, natural light portraits, cowboys, saloon girls, gambling, old whiskey, or looking for a fun and authentic photoshoot location, sign up today!”
And sign up I did.
Workshop Teacher Robert Backman illustrating the leading line of the model’s leg during some of the final poses of the workshop.
With a handful of great models, lots of vintage costume changes and great Wild West backdrops – it was a fun afternoon of photographing.
Please check out some of my favorite images from the workshop below and contact me if you’d like to book your own photo session in Austin, Texas. Explore more sessions on my blog.
Downtown Austin Senior + Family Photos | Austin Senior Photographer This Class of 2025 LASA High School Senior picked the Seaholm District in Downtown Austin for their photo session location. They wanted a mixture of urban and nature for their backgrounds. Their mom...
Want to get out of town your Senior Year? See below for some Road Trip ideas out of Austin.
Texas is big – but there are plenty of fun places to visit just a few hours drive from Austin. From cities to state parks to beaches, you have lots of options only a few hours drive from home.
So grab your friends, hit the road and visit some of these fun sites below.
“If adventures will not befall a young lady in her own village she must seek them abroad” -Jane Austen
Downtown Austin Senior + Family Photos | Austin Senior Photographer This Class of 2025 LASA High School Senior picked the Seaholm District in Downtown Austin for their photo session location. They wanted a mixture of urban and nature for their backgrounds. Their mom...
When you’re in High School, volunteering is a great way to:
Give back to your community
Develop new skills
Meet like-minded peers
Bolster your college applications
“Volunteerism is the voice of the people put into action. These actions shape and mold the present into a future of which we can all be proud.” -Helen Dyer
Austin has plenty of volunteering opportunities – ready to match what you’re most interested in.
Whether you need service hours to graduate or just want to help out on causes you believe in, see below for a list of places in Austin, Texas that welcome teenage volunteers.
1. Environmental Conservation
Austin is known for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Organizations like the Austin Parks Foundation and Keep Austin Beautiful regularly seek volunteers for park clean-ups, tree planting events, and educational programs. These activities not only beautify the city but also promote a cleaner, greener environment for everyone to enjoy.
2. Animal Welfare
If you have a soft spot for animals, several shelters and rescue organizations in Austin welcome teen volunteers. Austin Pets Alive! and Austin Humane Society often need help with animal care, socialization, and adoption events. Volunteering here not only benefits the animals but also provides valuable experience for those considering careers in veterinary medicine or animal advocacy.
For those interested in social justice and community service, organizations like the Central Texas Food Bank and Foundation for the Homeless provide opportunities to assist with food distribution, affordable housing initiatives, and support services for families in need. These experiences foster empathy and a deeper understanding of social issues facing Austin’s diverse population. You could also volunteer with the Austin Justice Coalition.
5. Arts and Culture
Austin’s local arts scene offers volunteering opportunities at museums, theaters, and cultural festivals throughout the year. The Contemporary Austin,Austin City Limits Music Festival and Zach Theatre are just a few places where teens can contribute by assisting with events, serving as an usher and being a part of our vibrant art and music scene.
“Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in.”
― Dr Syed Muhammad Zeeshan Hussain Almashhadi
Getting Started
To get started with volunteering in Austin, consider these steps:
Research: Explore different organizations and their missions to find a cause that resonates with you. Generation Serve also organizes Teen Service Days.
Contact: Reach out directly to the volunteer coordinator or visit their websites to learn about upcoming opportunities and requirements for teen volunteers.
Commitment: Be prepared to commit to a schedule that works for you, balancing your volunteer work with school and other activities.
Benefits: Remember that volunteering isn’t just about giving your time—it’s also about gaining valuable experience, building relationships, and making a meaningful difference in your community.
Volunteering as a high school student in Austin is a rewarding experience that can shape your future and strengthen your connection to the community.
Ready to get started? Explore the opportunities available in Austin and discover how you can make a difference as a teen volunteer.
Please contact me if you’d like to book a high school senior year photo session in Austin, Texas. Explore more portrait sessions on my blog.
Downtown Austin Senior + Family Photos | Austin Senior Photographer This Class of 2025 LASA High School Senior picked the Seaholm District in Downtown Austin for their photo session location. They wanted a mixture of urban and nature for their backgrounds. Their mom...
