relaxed & fun senior photography sessions
Senior Photographer in west bend, WI
Imagine getting your senior photos done with a photographer who makes the entire experience feel fun, laid-back, and exciting. That’s exactly the goal every time I photograph a senior session! I know firsthand how nerve-racking it can feel to step in front of the camera. That’s why I focus on creating an experience that feels relaxed, fun, and full of effortless moments instead of awkward posing.
During your senior photo session, we’ll play your favorite music, wander around to find the best photo spots, laugh nonstop, and make the entire experience feel more like hanging out than taking photos. My goal is for you to walk away not only with beautiful senior portraits, but with memories from a session that you truly enjoyed!
Your images will be delivered in a beautiful online gallery within 2-3 weeks where you can view, download, and share your favorite moments.
GALLERY DELIVERY
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It's time to relax, have fun, and be yourself. We'll explore, laugh, and create images that capture your personality, interests, and this exciting season of life.
Time to Have Fun
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Once your session is officially booked, I'll help you choose the perfect location, outfits, and prepare you so you feel confident and relaxed for your session.
Planning Made Simple
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We'll take some time to connect so I can learn about your style, interests, and what you're envisioning for your senior photos.
let's connect
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The experience
THE INVESTMENT
Return clients receive a $50 discount off any full length session
THE snapshot
$500
15 professionally edited digitals of your choice
Color and black & White edits
print release
one outfit + one location
THE keepsake
$800
50 professionally edited digitals of your choice
Color and black & White edits
print release
10x10 Signature photo album
one 5x7 print + two 8x10 prints
up to three outfits + two locations
THE Storybook
$600
25 professionally edited digitals of your choice
Color and black & White edits
print release
5x5 Signature photo album
one 5x7 print + two 8x10 prints
two outfits + one location
Your senior year is such an important milestone, and your images deserve to be enjoyed beyond a computer screen. That’s why I offer two senior packages that include prints and an album, so you can walk away with tangible pieces from your session.
You’ll also have access to a la carte print products directly through your online gallery, making it easy for both seniors and parents to order what they love without going anywhere else.
My goal is to make sure your images can be printed, shared, and enjoyed for years to come.
bringing your photos to life
"Melissa did my daughter's Senior photos and she was AMAZING!! They turned out so much better than I could have ever imagined. Working with her was like working with a family member, everything was so easy. Whether it was communication, the photo shoot, or whatever else she was so great. Highly recommended!"
everything was so easy
"We have had two great experiences working with Melissa! She has been great with my two teens, making them feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera."
"I LOVE them! The pictures are so fun, captured his personality, and beautifully edited! I'm in awe"
I highly recommend booking your senior session during the summer before your senior year. That ensures you will have enough time to choose your favorite image for the yearbook before your schools deadlines.
WHEN SHOULD I SCHEDULE MY SESSION?
I always let seniors know that they are welcome to wear whatever they would like, but I do offer outfit assistance! Depending on your preference, I offer sessions without outfit changes and sessions with multiple outfit changes.
After booking, we will work together to find outfits that match your style and location.
If you aren't sure where to start, I'm happy to offer one-on-one guidance as well!
WHAT DO I WEAR?
Your senior session should reflect you and your personality. So if you love the beach, let's go! If you prefer a truck in a field...I'm on board. Regardless of what your vision is, we can make it happen and I know of a ton of locations all over southeastern Wisconsin.
what location should i choose?
You will receive your gallery 2-3 weeks after the date of your session and all print products included with your session within 2 weeks of gallery delivery.
What is your turnaround time?
No worries! We will work together to reschedule to a date and time that works for us both. Reschedules usually happen within two weeks of the original session date.
what if it rains?
I highly recommend bringing anything that highlights your hobbies, interests, or sports you’re involved in. I also suggest bringing a few simple touch-up items like hairspray, a brush, lint roller, and makeup if you use it. And don’t forget water so you can stay comfortable during your session.
I provide a pop-up changing tent so you don’t have to worry about where to change, and I also bring along simple props when needed, like chairs and blankets, to help add variety to your images.
what should i bring along?
I completely understand that feeling. Even as a photographer, I know what it’s like to step in front of the camera and not know what to do.
That’s exactly why I guide you every step of the way with simple prompts for movement and easy direction for posed shots.
My goal is to keep things relaxed so you feel comfortable and confident, and I can even show you a few images as we go so you can see how everything is coming together.