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Sunflowers and Cap & Gown – Senior Photo Session

by admin | May 26, 2023 | photography, seniors

Exploring Commons Ford Ranch at this Spring Senior Photo Session

Commons Ford Ranch makes a picturesque setting for a Senior Photo Session in Austin, Texas. Especially at the end of May, when the sunflowers are all blooming. Between the rustic barn, sprawling meadows and wildflowers, we had so many charming backdrops for capturing memorable moments.

Congrats to this McCallum High School Senior on completing her last year of high school! And best of luck to her next adventure at college in Colorado 🙂

senior photo session, girl has sunflower in her hair at Commons Ford Ranch in Austin, Texas

Please check out some of my favorite images from her Senior Portrait session below and contact me if you’d like to book your own photo session.

1. What prompted you to have this photo session?

I saw some of my friends taking grad photos, and I thought it would be nice to have something that all of my family members can have.

2. How did you choose your location for your session?

I love the countryside, so it just made sense to have my photos in wildflowers.

3. What advice would you give to others planning a similar photo session?

Advice I would give to anyone taking photos in tall grass or wildflowers is to wear pants. If you’re taking photos in a dry season chiggers will bite you. You can also dust sulfur on your ankles to keep the chiggers away.

4. Anything else you’d like to add?

If you’re nervous about getting your photo taken, don’t be!

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Commons Ford Ranch – Senior Photo Session

by admin | May 16, 2023 | photography, seniors

On the dock and among the wildflowers at this Spring Senior Photo Session

“Wear your tall boots,” I said. I knew the wildflowers would be blooming and we’d go exploring in the flower fields. But I also wanted to make sure this Senior avoided any thistles or thorned stems at her Senior Session (while I kept an eye out for snakes).

The April rains had brought lots and lots of May wildflowers this Spring to Austin. So we wanted to pick a location that showcased the blooms. We chose Commons Ford Ranch, and started at the weathered barn on property, then went to see all the flowers on the trails, and finally made our way to the dock for golden hour. This McCallum Senior was a trouper wearing her heavy letterman jacket in the hot, humid weather. But I’m so glad the rains held off this night.

Senior Photo Session at Commons Ford Ranch among the wildflowers and sunflowers in Austin

Please check out some of my favorite images from her Senior Portrait session below and contact me if you’d like to book your own photo session.

1. What prompted you to have this photo session?

To celebrate my daughters High School graduation and this time in her life.

2. How did you choose your location for your session?

My daughter wanted her photos to be in nature. Stephanie gave us a great list of suggestions and this one was our top choice. It was beautiful.

3. What advice would you give to others planning a similar photo session?

Senior year is so packed. Plan to do your session early in the year. Don’t wait.

4. Anything else you’d like to add?

Stephanie was a delight to work with! She is fun and easy going. She put Olivia at ease right off the bat. She is efficient and a great Photographer to boot. We loved the session and can’t wait to see the final outcome. Thank You, Stephanie!

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University of Texas – Senior Photo Session

by admin | Apr 10, 2023 | photography, seniors

Senior Photo Session at the University of Texas campus in Austin, TX

This Class of 2023 McCallum High School Senior chose the University of Texas campus for her photo shoot location.

We focused on the buidlings around the Main Tower and were happy to find some bluebonnets still in bloom for us.

High School Senior wearing 2023 sunglasses

Please check out some of my favorite images from her Senior portrait session below and contact me if you’d like to book your own photo session.

1. What prompted you to have this photo session?

I really wanted my children to have a coming of age photograph of themselves. As I get older, I recognize what a remarkable and pivotal time in life they are experiencing, and I want them to have that captured.

2. How did you choose your location for your session?

It is a very diverse area with beautiful, classic, elements. It has age and character as the backdrop to the photographs. There are wide open places surrounded by beautiful architecture, but also small nooks with old and lovely ornamentation, and luscious landscaping.

3. What advice would you give to others planning a similar photo session?

Don’t stress out, you are all beautiful and Stephanie is delightful. It’s a fun experience!

4. Anything else you’d like to add?

I am grateful that my daughter got to have this experience – thank you Stephanie!!!! And, I can’t wait to see the photographs! I love them already!

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Class of 2023 – Seaholm Senior Photo Session

by admin | Mar 30, 2023 | photography, seniors

Seaholm / Butterfly Bridge District Photos in Downtown Austin, TX

This Class of 2023 High School Senior (and future LSU Tiger) chose the dowtown Seaholm district for her location.

Please enjoy some of my favorite images from her Senior Photo session below and contact me if you’d like to book your own session.

1. What prompted you to have this photo session? To capture a time in Elle’s life.

2. How did you choose your location for your session? We considered several locations. And decided on a location that best captured Austin, Texas.

3. What advice would you give to others planning a similar photo session? Pick a location and outfits that best reflect yourself. Also consider the time of year, as Elle’s session was in March and in the early evening and it was warm.

4. Anything else you’d like to add? Stephanie was great and very prepared and efficient.

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McKinney Falls State Park – Senior Photo Session

by admin | Mar 27, 2023 | photography, seniors

Hiking at McKinney Falls for Senior Photos

This Class of 2023 High School Senior (and future University of Texas Longhorn) chose McKinney Falls State Park for his location.

He used to hike there a lot as a kid with his grandparents. In fact, his mom even brought his baby hiking boots to show the passage of time.

baby and adult hiking shoes next to each other on a trail

Please check out some of my favorite images from his portrait session below and contact me if you’d like to book your own photo session.

1. What prompted you to have this photo session? Jake’s a senior, and it was time to schedule his senior pictures.

2. How did you choose your location for your session? We had a few options we were considering, and you were super helpful in throwing out some ideas. Ultimately, Jake decided on McKinney Falls because he’s spent so much time there over the years, and it’s such a gorgeous location.

3. What advice would you give to others planning a similar photo session? For senior pictures in general, consider a location that’s meaningful to your senior, and if you’re stuck, Stephanie has a lot of ideas – take advantage of her creativity! For McKinney Falls specifically, it’s important to consider where wardrobe changes will happen. It’s a bit of a trek back to the car, so consider how you’d like to manage that.

4. Anything else you’d like to add? Ever since Stephanie shot our family holiday pictures 10+ years ago, I’ve known I was going to ask her to shoot Jake’s senior pictures. I appreciated how easy it was to book the session, as well as the timely updates and reminders about the session. Stephanie was fantastic during the shoot, too, creating a relaxed atmosphere that enabled Jake’s to shine.

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Austin Central Library – Senior & Family Photo Session

by admin | Mar 17, 2023 | photography, seniors

Exploring the Downtown Central Library

This Class of 2023 Senior Photo Session included a family add-on. So, we switched between individual photos, family pairings and the whole group as we explored the downtown Austin Central Library and surrounding Seaholm area.

My favorite spots we shot in include the Children’s Reading Porch, the two-story colorful Susan Scafati artwork in the windows, and the Library rooftop garden. If you’re interested in having your own portrait session at the Austin Central Library, there is a small location fee.

I also love the Power Picket, by artists Nader Tehrani and Dan Gallagher outside with all the colorful green, blue, orange and gray columns.

family photo session in the seaholm area in austin, texas

Please check out some of my favorite images from this portrait session below and contact me if you’d like to book your own photo session.

1. What prompted you to have this photo session? The need for senior photos and new family photos.

2. How did you choose your location for your session? Our family loves the library so the beautiful downtown Austin library location seemed like a perfect location.

3. What advice would you give to others planning a similar photo session? Be thinking of ways to make your kids laugh or smile. Otherwise, Stephanie provided so many tips and tricks that we felt very prepared.

4. Anything else you’d like to add? Stephanie did a great wrangling our family to do the photo shoot in a variety of different locations and fun photo positions. We had natural green-space backgrounds as well as urban. The whole experience was so much fun! I am really blessed that Stephanie captured this valuable time in my family’s lives.

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Exploring Commons Ford Ranch at this Spring Senior Photo Session

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