WHY I LOVE SENIORS


I honestly think I have the very best job in the world. (besides maybe being a photographer in Africa for National Geographic, but I digress...) If you would have asked me 5 years ago who I considered my favorite people to photograph, I likely would have said families. That's what I knew best.


But my seniors... they have my heart. They are nervous, excited, scared, confident, confused, happy, clueless, and nostalgic, and I'm here for every single feeling. And we talk about it all. I like to think that my sessions are more than just me pointing a camera at a person. I hope, instead, that my sessions are a chance for my seniors to feel seen, valued, and supported. We will probably laugh. I will probably poke fun at them gently. We will definitely make fun of their parents. But at the end of the session, there's likely to be a hug.


Over the years, I discovered that I'm happiest working one-on-one with my subjects. Maybe it's getting older. Maybe it's being an introvert. Or maybe, it's just that I really love connection and real vulnerability. Seniors give me all of that and I'm so grateful.


Below are some recent favorites. If you're starting to look for a senior photographer for your Class of 2024 senior (I know, I'm sorry to bring it up...) I hope you'll keep me in mind. xoxo


Black and white portrait on stairs showing relaxed professional pose.
A person in white sweater leans on outdoor railing holding coffee cup.
A gray stone wall serves as a backdrop for a casual portrait in an outdoor setting.
Portrait against red brick wall wearing olive sweater with pendant necklace.
Outdoor casual portrait sitting on wooden deck with football at sunset.
Urban portrait with string lights and brick wall featuring a varsity letterman jacket.
Casual outdoor portrait by dried hydrangea bushes in a garden setting.
A person in blue sits outdoors at a cafe table in an urban setting.
Street scene with someone leaning against a storefront column in athletic wear.
Casual portrait against rustic wooden wall in an urban setting wearing dark sweater and jeans.
Urban portrait against a brick wall wearing a blue varsity jacket and light jeans.
Black and white photo of someone sitting on a bench among bare branches.
A person rests chin on hand while sitting at outdoor table.
Black and white athletic portrait on running track with lane numbers visible.
Studio portrait with dramatic lighting featuring a black sweater and patterned collar.
Dramatic alleyway shot between brick walls with blue varsity jacket styling.
Playful pose under black equipment wearing varsity jacket and jeans.
Relaxed outdoor portrait on stone steps with brick building and landscaping in background.
A person sits on outdoor steps in white sweater and dark skirt.
Candid shot leaning against exterior wall wearing dark casual attire with necklace.