this season matters
senior photos that capture your story
Timeless senior photography in Central Illinois, designed to feel relaxed, natural, and true to who your senior is right now
With over 13 years of experience photographing newborns, I always make sure to leave space in my schedule for these special sessions. Most newborn shoots are scheduled in the morning, when babies are typically a bit tired after their late-night adventures. However, since you know your baby best, I’ll work with you to find a time that fits your family’s needs and ensures everyone feels relaxed and comfortable.
Senior year has a way of sneaking up on you.
What once felt far away suddenly feels close.
And somewhere between the deadlines, the plans, and everything that comes next,
you realize this season is already changing.
That’s why these photos matter.
Not because everything has to look perfect.
But because this version of your senior —
and this version of your life with them in it —
won’t stay the same for long.
SEASON WORTH REMEMBERING
Senior year is a
This experience is meant to feel simple.
You do not need to know exactly where to go.
You do not need to have every outfit figured out.
You do not need your senior to be completely comfortable in front of the camera before we start.
I guide the session in a way that feels natural and relaxed, so nothing feels forced or overly complicated.
The goal is not to create images that feel trendy or overdone.
It is to create images that still feel like your senior years from now.
Senior year moves fast — and sometimes, you just need a simple, beautiful way to capture this incredible season. The Grad Session is designed for busy seniors and parents who want a fresh collection of timeless images without committing to a full session.
Held in my cozy Fisher studio or at one of my favorite outdoor locations, these sessions are up to 30 minutes and allow for one location and up to two outfit changes. The focus stays on what matters most — genuine expressions, natural moments, and portraits that truly reflect who your senior is right now.
Your session includes all the final hand-edited images and is simple, intentional, and stress-free, the The Grad Session is the perfect way to celebrate your senior’s milestone year while keeping the investment light and the experience enjoyable.
The Grad Session
The Essential Senior Session — $500
A non-refundable retainer of $100 & signed contract is due at the time of booking.
Your balance will be due 24 hours before your session.
If you need to reschedule due to illness or inclement weather, your deposit will be transferred to your new date!
It feels like just yesterday they were taking their first steps — and now, here they are, preparing to take their next big one. Senior year is such a special chapter, and your portraits should reflect everything that makes this season unforgettable. The Senior Signature Portrait Session is designed to create timeless images that capture your senior’s personality, accomplishments, and spirit in an authentic, beautiful way.
Sessions take place either in my cozy Fisher studio or at one of my favorite outdoor locations, carefully chosen for soft, flattering light and natural backdrops. With plenty of time built in, these sessions are never rushed — giving room for outfit changes, genuine laughter, and those quiet, meaningful moments you’ll want to hold onto forever.
Your investment includes the full session experience and your complete collection of hand-edited images, delivered in a private online gallery with full printing rights. More than just photos, these portraits are lasting memories of who your senior is right now — before they step into their next adventure.
SIGNATURE senior EXPERIENCE
SIGNATURE senior EXPERIENCE — $650
Senior year moves fast — and sometimes, you just need a simple, beautiful way to capture this incredible season. The Grad Session is designed for busy seniors and parents who want a fresh collection of timeless images without committing to a full session.
Held in my cozy Fisher studio or at one of my favorite outdoor locations, these sessions are up to 30 minutes and allow for one location and up to two outfit changes. The focus stays on what matters most — genuine expressions, natural moments, and portraits that truly reflect who your senior is right now.
Your session includes all the final hand-edited images and is simple, intentional, and stress-free, the The Grad Session is the perfect way to celebrate your senior’s milestone year while keeping the investment light and the experience enjoyable.
The Grad Session
The Essential Senior Session — $500
A non-refundable retainer of $100 & signed contract is due at the time of booking.
Your balance will be due 24 hours before your session.
If you need to reschedule due to illness or inclement weather, your deposit will be transferred to your new date!
Additional hours are $250 per hour
Your portraits deserve more than a screen — they deserve to be held, shared, and passed down.
These handcrafted albums are designed to showcase your favorite images with timeless style, turning your memories into lasting treasures.
5 x 7 ALBUM — $350
50 pages with up to 50 of your favorite images, wrapped in a custom linen cover.
8 x 10 ALBUM — $550
50 pages with up to 50 of your favorite images, presented in a classic linen cover.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Prices are honored once your session is booked.
*Sales on downloadable products are considered final.
No refunds, exchanges or re-shoots will be granted after the product has been exchanged.
Heirloom albums
&
gifts
Signature linen albums
Wallet-Size ACCORDION ALBUMS — $75
At 2.5 x 3 inches, these petite albums hold up to 10 images and make thoughtful keepsakes for grandparents or perfect brag books to slip into your bag.
The sooner the better! Weekends tend to fill up pretty quickly - especially during the spring and fall, so the sooner you reach out, the more likely you are to get your desired date!
To reserve your date, we'll need a contract as well as a retainer. And if something comes up and you need to change your date, just let us know!
HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK?
Unless you've modeled professionally, you're probably going to feel awkward in front of the camera. Heck, I take photos for a living and even feel like a deer in the headlights when I'm in front of the camera.
You're going to feel awkward at first, but as the session goes on and I coach you through images, you'll find that being photographed can actually be fun. And don't worry about your kids. I'm well versed in capturing even the busiest of little ones.
We're Awkward and my kids don't sit still.
No one wants to look like a wet dog in their photos so if it looks like it's going to rain, snow, hail or some other weather catastrophe, we'll be in touch via email or phone to reschedule - usually 2-3 hours before you're scheduled session time.
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Often, when we're scheduling your initial portrait session date, if it works for our calendars, we'll actually set up both a main date and a rain date just to make sure we don't have to postpone your session for very long if the weather is bad on the original date.
WHAT IF IT RAINS?
Within a few weeks of your session, you'll receive a link to a digital gallery that will allow you to download high resolution images.
The gallery is also set up to make ordering prints, canvases and other keepsakes as easy as turning on a Roomba to clean your floors. No worrying about tricky things like color correction, DPI and image format.
How will we receive our photos?
Absolutely. Well‑behaved pets are welcome—just make sure to keep them on a leash. Most of my outdoor locations require pets to be leashed (but don't worry, we can take it off for a few pictures if you trust your pet not to run away. Also it is a good idea to bring a dedicated handler so we can give your furry family member breaks while we capture the rest of your portraits.
Can we include our family pet?
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