3 Questions You MUST Ask Yourself BEFORE Booking Your Senior Portraits

What Photographer do I want for this once in a lifetime experience? Choosing a photographer is like choosing a prom dress. It may look good on another model or in the store, but what’s it like in person? Don’t just pick your photographer because he/she can make images look good on instagram, facebook, snapchat, youtube, etc. You will want someone that is reputable, passionate, creative, delivers a great product in a timely manner, AND guarantees you will be happy with your experience. You will want someone who knows how to pose, light, and edit you in a flattering way. I’m sorry to say but that’s probably not your mom’s friend at work, your Uncle Jim, or your friend’s iphone. This is comparable to your wedding day, only sooner! Once you decide on a photographer and book, then ask yourself the next question . . .
What Season do I want to shoot in? Are you inspired by the vibrant colors of summer, love that you have a tan, AND want to show off dresses, shorts, or run barefoot in a field? Then you will want to book your senior portraits in the summer. Are you obsessed with sweaters, texture, warm colors and glowing sunsets? If so, fall is your season. October is the most popular time for family portraits, so book early enough in order to ensure you have a spot. Could you care less about colors and seasons and just want something to look forward to in the cold dead of the winter? Then, winter is the season for you. Just remember, snow pictures are going to be hanging in your house all year around. Make sure that’s ok with your mom. For all you procrastinators, spring portraits are your last chance to create something magical with a fresh start. April Showers are the perfect time to show off rain boots, umbrellas, blooming flowers, prom dresses, etc. If you choose a good photographer, they will know how to shoot in all the above seasons and know what locations are perfect for each one. This brings me to my last question you should ask yourself . . .
What makes you different than every other Senior out there? Is it your personality? Your fashion style, your hair, makeup, sports skills? What makes you unique? Is it your ambition, drive, focus, strength, vision for your future? Everyone wants their senior pictures to be two things, 1. great and 2. unique A good senior portrait photographer will be able to figure out how to showcase your uniqueness and make you feel AWESOME during the process. An experienced senior photographer will highlight your strengths. Not every senior is the same size or has the same personality. Who would want to photograph the same thing every day? I sure wouldn’t. It’s an experience of a lifetime. Take it serious, but don’t take yourself too serious, and don’t squander it away. Ride the wave. You got this!