Caitlyn [Lancaster Senior Portraits]

I’m noticing a common thread among my recent clients: adventurous travelers! I always love when my clients and I can swap globe-trekking stories. Miss Caitlyn just returned from being an exchange student in Germany and Austria and enjoyed Vienna, Salzburg, and Munich. I had a blast getting to know this stunning girl as we took her senior pictures last week. In addition to exploring new cultures, playing tennis for her high school, and spending time with friends, she loves riding her horse named Tap Dancer. We incorporated him into some of the photos, which you won’t want to miss.  It’s easy to see that Caitlyn exhibits a compassionate heart, which is leading her to pursue occupational therapy after high school. I’m thrilled with her urban and country photo session!

From every session I photograph, I have an image that jumps out to me. This next one is my favorite of Caitlyn! Everyone, meet lovable Tap Dancer, Caitlyn's horse. 

Emily [Lancaster Photography Mentor Session]

I taught yet another fun and successful mentor session! I spent the morning with Emily, who is a full-time teacher and manages to pursue photography in her “spare time.” After she reached out to me via email, Emily and I met during the winter to talk about photography…and when we sat down for her mentor session this month, I noticed the positive changes in her work even in the last few months. She implemented some of the tips we went over during the winter, and I’m so proud of where she’s headed! Emily wanted to focus our session on lighting, posing tips, business logistics (setting up an LLC, taxes, etc), and of course workflow. And whenever I teach a mentor session, I capture some headshots for them to use on their websites or social media pages. Emily was a natural, and I’m still envious of that cute Jcrew dress! : )

I've been loving simple black and white portraits lately! Just stunning, Emily!

Leah [Lancaster Senior Portraits]

You will just love this easy-breezy senior session. Leah is a fun-loving, genuine girl who had no problem letting loose and having a blast in front of the camera. She's quite talented and is involved in cheering, dance theatre, powderpuff football, volleyball, and youth group (Leah, when do you sleep??) It’s apparent to me that she has a bright future, perhaps in the realm of physical therapy. Leah’s world was impacted by a missions trip to Haiti, where she “realized I want to help others somehow in my future.” I absolutely adore being in small group (through church) with Leah’s parents, so this session was an enjoyable time to get to know her more. Wait until y’all see how she rocked the camera!

I swooned quite a lot over this tree and the way it was just made for Leah to sit in! One of my favorites! Nothing like a barefoot summer evening. Girrrrl, seriously! Love these last two!