When to Book Your Senior Session


Choosing the right time for your senior session can make a big difference in the look and feel of your photos. Here’s a breakdown of the best times of the year to schedule your session.

WHAT TIME OF DAY SHOULD I BOOK?


Within 4 hours of sunset has the best natural light on a sunny day, so Google the sunset time for the day you are looking at and work backwards from there.

Golden hour is the hour before sunset, which will give you a dreamy look and is a coveted time slot if you can snag it!

Generally, avoid 10 AM – 2 PM because the sun is directly overhead and is not flattering. The only time it’s not a challenge is if we are in a shaded area or if it’s an overcast or cloudy day.

JUNE

Get it done and off your list! Summer has a way of seeming like it will last forever, and then before you know it, summer is almost over and practices are starting up again. Senior year is a very busy year, so getting this important item off your list early will reduce stress later.

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JULY

July is best if you want a lot of flowers in your photos, but be aware, this is my busiest summer month and books up VERY quickly.

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AUGUST

August is reserved for team photography and is not available for senior photos. Exceptions include backup dates for senior sessions that had to be rescheduled due to weather.

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SEPTEMBER

Limited spots available in September due to it being school picture month. Also, you are back to school and probably busy… now you are thinking, dang it, I should’ve done this in JUNE!

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OCTOBER

If you love fall color, usually mid to late October is prime color.

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WINTER

I love a good snow day! If there’s snow on the ground and it’s not windy or brutally cold, text me—I’m usually available most days in the winter. Studio sessions are a great option in the winter too!

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SPRING

The leaves don’t usually come back until late April, and most seniors have full-blown senioritis at this point, but spring photos can be a nice option for those who weren’t able to get photos earlier in their senior year. It’s also a great time for cap and gown sessions or studio sessions.

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