How to find a senior photo photographer
Do a quick Google search and you’ll find a ton of great senior photo photographers out there; finding the right one for your senior photos can be overwhelming! Here are my top tips for finding the best fit
Consider the style & vibe you want for your senior photos
Every photographer has their own style and approach to photography. Some do very traditional photos in a studio or carefully-curated outdoor space, others take more of a storytelling approach, and there’s everything in between. What do you want in your photos? Are you looking for something formal, highly polished, and traditional? Something unique and different? Soft, artistic lighting and natural poses? Something more straightforward? Think about what you want your photos to look like (Pinterest is a great place to start!) and then start looking for a photographer.
Review photographers’ portfolios
As you’re looking for senior photo photographers, check out their portfolios or online examples of their work. What do you love about their photos? Do you see yourself in them? How do they make you feel? What don’t you love about their photos? Remember that a portfolio typically shows the photographer’s best work, so it’s important to make sure you like their work! On the whole, do you love what you see? If so, it’s time to book! If not, keep looking. (pssst - my portfolio is in these blog posts!)
Consider your session goals
What’s going to help make your session amazing? Do you need wardrobe, hair, and makeup support? Want to include family members or do a buddy session with your bestie? Have a super-special location you want to be photographed in, that might not be nearby? Find out what potential senior photographers offer, or ask when you set up an inquiry call. Some photographers include things like this in their session fees, and some charge extra for it. See my session information here.
Find a photographer you connect with!
Creating real, authentic images to mark your senior year starts with how well you relate to your photographer. If they can put you at ease, you’ll be more relaxed in your session and able to get those beautiful images you’re looking for! How do you know if you’ll connect with a potential photographer? Hop on the phone, check out their social media page, and ask around!
Consider your budget
Senior photos are a celebration and an investment. Think about what you’re looking for and how much you’d like to spend, and then use that to narrow down your research. Don’t forget to find out whether the session fee includes digitals and/or prints after the session and, if not, what their product prices and retouching fees are. You can view my pricing & packages here.
