I absolutely LOVE doing senior sessions for so many reasons.  I don’t usually start my blog posts like this, but I figured what the heck?  :)  Here are a few of the reasons why I love senior shoots…

1. Because every senior is unique.  I know, I know- you’ve seen this on every senior photographer site imaginable.  And yes, I am posting it here, too.  :)  Every senior is truly unique and it is my job, as the photographer, to capture the essence of who you are.  Your demeanor, your style and your individuality.

2. Because every session is customized to my client.  My senior’s choose where they want to do their shoot- I don’t choose for them (however, if they need help choosing, I am always happy to do that).  I love when they have a little creative control over the shoot- afterall, the shoot is really all about them.  This is why I DON’T work with a set number of poses, I DON’T work off of lists, I DON’T have specific locations I rotate through and I DON’T shoot in a studio.  Pure customization.

3. Because seniors are fun!!  Seriously.  :)  They are up for anything and without hesitation.  I think that is pure awesome!  I’ve said it a million times and I’ll likely say it another million times: MY CLIENTS ROCK!

Recently I had the opportunity to meet up with Carissa, a senior from Bend.  She was amazing!!  :)  Carissa is a country girl who wasn’t afraid to get a little dirty, sit on a pile of scrap metal, or even walk her entire property barefoot.  That’s right, she was no damsel.  I just have to say this real quick- she totally reminds me of my best friend, Andrea, who you  may have seen on the blog before.  :)

Carissa, thank you so much for such a fabulous shoot!  You were so much fun to work with and I had the best time getting to know you.  :)  I LOVE that you chose to do your session on your property- it was perfect and suited you so well.  Great location choice!!  We hope you LOVE your pictures!!

If you want to see more from Carissa’s fabulous shoot, check out her slideshow.  Also, be sure to view her customized senior site, one of the new benefits we are offering all of our 2011 seniors!