so ya blinked and now you’re a senior, but can you believe you’re actually graduating so soon?!
senior year is a BIG DEAL! so grab some popcorn, your senior, and let’s talk //
the joy flare experience
*really quick - if you’re a parent reading this on behalf of your kid, you’re gonna wanna send them a link to this because I literally wrote all of what you’re about to read with them in mind!! (you’re of course very important too, but I want them to be able to get a feel for the type of photographer I am, and the experience they’ll get if you all choose to book with me! if we’re not a good fit, I’m betting that they’ll let you know ;)
^ just me, staring into the sunset, thinking about how freaking cool it’d be to get to photograph YOUR senior portrait session!
why does “storytelling” matter, and what does it mean for YOU? well, here’s what I believe:
the art of storytelling is a powerful tool for senior portraiture
documenting your senior year ought to include emotion and movement to help spell out the j o y that is inside of you!
there is beauty in the “in-between’s” of life, and your senior year of high school (or college!) is no different. I live for the spaces in-between that help frame this incredible stage of life you’re transitioning out of!
I love transitions even within my styling, prompting and directing - so you’ll have lots of variety to your gallery, and images that will make your little sister 1000% jealous!
we’re about to document one of the coolest times of your life, my dude!
as you close one chapter of your story, and finally stop itching so much from senioritis - you’re opening the pages to a whole. new. adventure! I would seriously love to be along for the ride, documenting you in the prime of your senior (either high school or college!) season - framing moments you’ll be proud of and that will echo across decades. aka, the kind of photos you’ll show your kids one day and laugh at the jeans you wore and how your hair looked, but you know you were cool so you won’t even care. I want these photos to provide a keyhole into the door you’re closing, as you turn the handle to walk through the next one, filled with all your dreams and endless possibility!
wanna plan your customizable senior session today? click below to chat with me, or keep scrolling to learn more!
let’s get creative!!
what are some of your dream locations?! is there a part of town that is just really close to your heart that you would literally melt into a puddle if you got to do you photos there? are you a sporty senior who wants to show their athleticism through your photos? or do you maybe wanna hike your fav trail to get some amazing pics among the trees, cliffs and heights?! do you love the city and wanna take some sunset photos on a rooftop garage with the skyline peeking out over your shoulder? are there specific mementos you want to incorporate into your session to help create a photo time-capsule that speaks to who you are now, that 37-year-old you will have maybe forgotten, but will remember right away, when looking back through these pics??
my humble belief is that your senior photos ought to tell your unique story!! I literally live for authentic moments that feel true to you and the things you care about. I’m passionate about the “in-between.” I know a lot of transition is heading your way, and I want to catch some of the most beautiful parts of your personality and frame them into images that will bring a smile to your face every time you remember this session. I would be honored to be part of helping your vision for senior photos come to life, and I’m here to tell you, we can make it happen!! scroll below to see the magic we can create for your senior experience!!
not comfy in front of a camera??
you’ve come to the right place, friend!! my method includes starting you out with directions and prompting that are easy to understand, easy to replicate and easy to warm up to. I don’t want you to have to dread this experience!! I’m here to be your cheerleader, your “hype-hann,” by your side to encourage you and help you to walk away from your session with your head held high, exuding confidence and joy! my goal is to keep you moving, laughing, smiling and “smise-ing” (if you don’t know what that is don’t worry, someone had to teach me, too lol) to bring variety and a bit of oomf to your senior photos!
I want people to see your pics and see the REAL you, that they know and love. I want them to ooo and ahhhh over your good looks, your smiley eyes, your gorgeous self and all that makes you, well, YOU! pics don’t have to be painful, my friend. I literally PROMISE that a fake laugh will 99.99% of the time burst into full-blown-real-life-kind-of-laughing. All I have to say is 1. the whole time you’ll get to be laughing at me + how silly I am, and 2. you’ll prob forget altogether that you were ever even nervous in the first place! let me tell ya - by the end, I’d be surprised if we weren’t already bffs.
can I just say… if you made it through all of the above - THANK YOU! it means so much that you chose to keep reading and learning about the joy flare experience! here’s the deets that you + your parents are probably still wondering about!
the poppy - $425
poppies are honestly such a great “go-to” flower, amirite?? they know how to stand out, without all the extra bells and whistles and are legitimately one of my fav flowers to add to a bouquet for any season! I love their simplicity that is surrounded by beauty, confidence, ease and punch! if you need a quick, simple solution to senior portraits - run don’t walk - to the poppy package!!
do you want to invest in a session that fits your style, your look and your needs?! then know that the poppy is here FOR YOU! this package boasts versatility, quality and a beautiful end product that you’ll cherish for years to come! check out what’s included, and let me know if you think this would be the best fit for you!
german village + autumn sun + senior spokesmodel, sydney, were the perfect combo for such a bright and beautiful image for her senior gallery!
tell me about this base package, hannah!
key elements:
“the details” check-in (text/phone call/or in-person planning session!)
length of coverage includes up to 1 hour
1 location and up to 2 outfit changes
online gallery of 85 fully-edited, digital images
5 complimentary retouched images, per your selection
travel included for destinations within 30 minutes of Columbus, Ohio
optional add-ons:
additional coverage + $275/hr
retouching upgrade + $250, or $5 per individual image
professional hair & makeup (pricing may vary by artist - all are local to Columbus)
travel investment (if over 30 minutes from Columbus, Ohio)
pricing varies by location, inquire to learn more!
prints from my online store
pricing varies by product listing
the magnolia - $650
fun fact: magnolias are one of my all-time favorite floral fragrances!! these gorgeous blooms bring about a certain sweetness and elegance that cannot be matched! this premium package covers everything from hair + makeup, to travel costs (see the deets!) to multiple locations within your session!! customizations are always encouraged, and if there’s something you don’t see here that you’re wanting to include or try out for your senior portrait experience, I’m always more than happy to hear your ideas!!
back in the day, my own senior portraits were SUCH a memorable experience for me, that I am passionate about providing the option to make your photos everything YOU want and more, too! I can’t wait to hear your vision for your session, and help you create your own memories that will make your little sister so jealous, she’ll want to book with me her sophomore year ;)
a vibrant, stoic and timeless portrait of senior spokesmodel, maddie, at sunset near the entrance to slate run metro park, in the fall.
tell me about this premium package, hannah!
key elements:
“the details” check-in (text/phone call/or in-person planning session!)
length of coverage includes up to 2 hours
3 locations and up to 4 outfit changes
can be split across 2 sessions on separate days (or all 2 hours in one session)
online gallery of 125 fully-edited, digital images
travel included for destinations within 1.5 hours of Columbus, Ohio
10 complimentary retouched images, per your selection
complimentary 8x10 (qty 1) and 5x7 (qty 2) of your choice, from my online store
optional add-ons:
additional coverage + $275/hr
second photographer + $200/hr
retouching upgrade + $350 or $5 per individual image
professional hair & makeup (pricing may vary by artist - all are local to Columbus)
travel investment (if over 1.5 hours from Columbus, Ohio)
pricing varies by location, inquire to learn more!
additional prints from my online store
pricing varies by product listing
senior guys! need a package built just for you?
If you are a ~d u d e~ finding yourself in need of a good pic or two that you can have mom send in for yearbook and let her print off for your grad party — but don’t need a gajillion outfits, special locations, or a huge gallery of photos, I love to create custom guy packages, too! take a look over to the right for some pointers when it comes to building a package!
this guy knew exactly what his vision was for his photos — down to outfits, location and style!
tell me about this custom package situation, hannah!
key elements:
decide the length of coverage you’d need (15 min, 30 min, 45 min)
how many outfits are you wanting to bring if more than one?
think about the one location you’d want your session to be at!
depending on how long we shoot for, you’d get 15-35 images in an online gallery
travel included for destinations within 30 min of Columbus, Ohio
upon inquiry, be sure to include this info ^ and I’ll craft up a custom photo plan for ya!
optional add-ons:
travel investment (if over 30 min from Columbus, Ohio)
pricing varies by location, inquire to learn more!
prints from my online store
pricing varies by product listing