The purpose of this blog post is to help answer the lingering questions about senior photoshoots, the importance behind them and some details that you may not know about or are curious to learn more.
What is a Senior Photoshoot?
Senior photoshoot is a unique milestone that only happens once in the 12 years of going to school, and it needs to be captured. It is a way to showcase the senior in a pivotal moment in time. We commemorate a moment in time with beautiful pictures that you can share with the whole family and all your friends.
When Should I Schedule a Senior Photoshoot?
First of all you need to decide what your favorite season is. This will help narrow when you want to do the shoot. Think about what activities you will be doing throughout your senior year and plan to do them when you are not too busy.
How Do I Choose the Right Photographer?
Here are a few tips in choosing the right photographer for you.
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Look at the photographers website or social media and decide if their style of photography is what you want. Do you like light and airy, bold and colorful, and natural?
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Next meet with the photographer and make sure that you like them and that they will be a good fit for what you are looking for.
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Lastly, read the photographers reviews, see what people are saying about them.
What Should I Wear To My Senior Photoshoot?
This is such a great question. Be YOU! Be Comfortable! We are Krista Dawn Holloway Photography and take this question very seriously. When you book a photoshoot with us part of the unique experience we schedule a time to do a style consultation. We find out your style and discuss what you want to wear, also we take a look at the location and make sure you will look your very best. These pictures will be on your moms wall forever.
Where Should I Have My Photos Taken?
Another amazing question. Living in Las Vegas, Nevada we are so lucky to have so many beautiful locations that will work for who you are. We have the city, red rock mountains, parks, snowy mountains, lakes, rivers, dry lake beds, country settings, ghost towns, sports fields, and of course your high school. You get to choose the locations that best express who you are.
Can I Include Props in My Photos?
Yes of course you can. You can bring medals that you have won from sports, uniforms that you may have worn, you can bring your pet, (this is one of my favorites), you can bring a picture of a family member that has passed and embrace them in a memory with you. We at KDHP want you to express who you are and what you love.
How Long Does a Typical Photoshoot Last?
At KDHP our photoshoots are an hour to 3 hours. Time varies on which session you choose. The longer session includes travel time, helping you with posing, time for you to change into your outfits, and capturing candid moments.
Can I Bring Family or Friends to the Photoshoot?
Yes of course you can. I know you will want mom there for sure. We love when family and friends come to the photoshoot. It helps you relax and have a great time.
How Many Outfits Should I Bring?
Typically 3-4 outfits are recommended for the longer session. This way you get to show off who you really are. Your everyday outfit will be very different then your fun party outfit.
How Do I Use My Senior Photos?
This is a great question. You will want to use the photos in your graduation announcements that you will send out to family and friends. They will be so excited to see how much you have grown into a young adult, and so they can celebrate you. Other things you may want are beautiful canvas prints for the wall or a gorgeous album that mom and dad can keep to show off to family and friends when they come over. Just like the wedding album of your parents that you thumb through and look at how young your parents once were. Last but not least, share your incredible photos on social media. The easiest way to show off who you are.
What Should I Expect In Terms Of Cost?
There are many factors that go into the cost of a senior photoshoot. We have many years of education, and continued education to cater into giving you the best senior photoshoot, and experience. Time, and admin work, our team that helps us along the way. We are KDHP and take lots of pride into the planning of your senior shoot. We will go out and scout out locations based on what you want. We also set time aside for the style consultation, transportation to your location, time of the photoshoot, our assistant that helped during the photoshoot, your ordering appointment, our editors that we send your photos too for the final edit, our team that orders the items that you choose, and lastly delivering you, your final products. There's a lot that goes into giving you the BEST senior photoshoot you could ever imagine.
How Far In Advance Should I Book a Photographer?
Booking your senior photoshoot in advance is beneficial in so many ways. You should book 2 months in advance or more depending on what season you want your photoshoot to be. This will also help you secure your spot during peak seasons. Peak seasons here in Las Vegas are Fall and early Spring. Booking early gives you more time to choose your outfits.
We hope that this blog answers all your questions about what you need to know for senior photoshoots and gives you a glimpse into what photographers do to give you amazing and unique experiences that are catered to you. This is a special moment in your life where attention to details matter. Building a great relationship with your photographer before you get in front of the camera will help you more than you can imagine. We at KDHP want to build a great relationship through the whole process, by the end of our journey we will be friends. We will continue to follow you and celebrate your accomplishments.
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