Southern Illinois Senior Portrait Experience

 

Cheerleader in maroon uniform poses with pom-poms on football field with Benton scoreboard backdrop.

This is your year!

SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHER IN BENTON, IL

SERVING SOUTHERN ILLINOIS WITH A LUXURY PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE

For Seniors:


Senior year isn’t just about nice photos in a field. It’s about capturing who you are before everything changes. This is your season — your style, your interests, your personality.


Before your session, we’ll talk through what matters to you so your portraits feel custom, creative, and completely your own. No cookie-cutter sessions. No awkward posing. Just images that feel like you.


Let’s create something bold, timeless, and unmistakably you.

Person in white flowing dress twirls in sunlit archway corridor.
Child in patterned shirt and cargo pants poses near brick wall wearing sneakers.

For Parents:


Senior year moves fast.  Between schedules, milestones, and everything ahead, this season can feel overwhelming.


Your senior portraits should not add stress. My role is to guide the process from start to finish — planning, styling, and designing artwork that preserves this moment before it slips by. You don’t have to figure it out alone.


Because this season deserves to be remembered beautifully.

Senior portraits designed for both who they are now — and the legacy you’ll hold onto later.

Two people in matching navy outfits sitting outdoors in a park setting.

The process

STEP 01

 

bOOK A CALL!

This is just a super informal chat where we can talk about your senior and I can explain my process and pricing and answer any questions!

STEP 02

 

Book a session!

After our call I'll send you a Senior Brochure outlining what we talked about on the phone, and give you the opportunity to book a session. To book, all I need is a $225 retainer to hold your day, and a signed contract.

STEP 03

 

Consultation

This is the time I get to really get to know you and what you're hoping to get out of your session. We'll chat about locations, wardrobes, and what special things you'd like to incorporate into your session.

STEP 04

 

Photoshoot

This is the day we make the magic happen. We'll meet up and have fun and get great images! From the gym to the fields to city streets at sunset, whatever we preplanned, it's happening!

STEP 05

 

online gallery

I will prepare your gallery, and a couple of weeks after your session, you'll get a link to view your slideshow and see your images. This is a great time to get your family together to view the images and really take them in, and it all happens from the comfort of your own home!

STEP 06

 

order prints & Products

Throughout the process, you will have become acquainted with my offerings. From wall art to albums, to gifts to give friends and family, you'll definitely want some awesome heirloom-quality art to remember your session by! Everything is ordered through my online store connected to your gallery and personally fulfilled by me to ensure it gets ordered right.

STEP 07

 

product delivery

Production and delivery of your products can take up to 3 weeks, depending on what you buy. Items are dropshipped directly to you so you can get your items as quickly as possible.

FAQ

This is my first photoshoot, what should I know?

First off, I just want to reassure you that I've done this for nearly a decade. So I've got you. Even before your shoot, we'll have met, and you'll have received location and prep guides to help build your confidence and excitement. I'll pose you and adjust you, and snap away, and your curated final gallery is going to be all the images of you looking your authentic best!

 

Are the travel expenses included in your packages?

Yes. I do like to explore new areas in and around Southern Illinois. I will travel within reason. I do have some "bucket list" locations I'd love to shoot at that are included at the end of the location guide if you are feeling adventurous!

 

Can you recommend any good locations?

 

After booking a session you will receive a location guide with plenty of examples of areas I've photographed at that can help you begin to see what you really like. If you have any fun shoot locations, I'd love to hear them!

 

What if the weather is bad on the day of an outdoor shoot?

I mainly schedule my sessions on Saturdays, or periodically, on weekdays. Sunday's are left open for reschedules in case of rain. I watch the weather like a hawk as your session approaches and if it looks like rain will pass we will still attempt a shoot. If it's really wet and drab outside, we can reschedule.

 

A blonde woman in a floral maxi dress reclines gracefully on a sandy beach with calm water and trees in the background.

Investment

Your investment occurs in 2 stages:

 

Session Fee - $225

 

Your session fee covers all our communications before your session, including your planning consultation, where we really get to brainstorm for your session. Your session day is not timed, but is based on where we want to go and how many outfits you want. On average, sessions take around 2 hours.

The Collections - from $480

Collections are a combination of digital files + a print credit to spend in the online gallery shop. Collections start at $480. Clients spend between $800 and $1,500 on average.

 

 

Celebrating Twins

 

Senior year is such a special season, and when you're celebrating twins, I believe each senior deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and remembered as an individual.


That's why I offer two different approaches for twin senior sessions.


If your twins enjoy doing things together and envision a similar style or experience, the Twin Shared Experience allows them to share one memorable session day while still receiving individual portraits, separate personalized galleries, and beautiful sibling portraits along the way. Because we're sharing one planning process and one photography day, the combined session fee is reduced compared to booking two completely separate senior sessions.


If each senior has a different vision, unique interests, or dream locations, I may recommend separate session days instead. This allows me to fully customize each experience around their personality while still capturing sibling portraits if you'd like.


There isn't a one-size-fits-all approach—and that's intentional.


During your consultation, we'll talk about your twins, their personalities, and what they're envisioning for their senior portraits. From there, I'll recommend the experience that best celebrates each of them while creating memories your family will treasure for years to come.

Two smiling teenage girls in pink and blue prom dresses holding floral bouquets pose together outdoors.

Let's connect!


I would love the chance to chat with you on the phone to get a more personal feel for your needs and answer any questions you have about booking a session.


Fill out the form, and I'll be in touch on setting up a time we can briefly chat!

Portfolio

Head to the blog to see more images from real sessions!

 

 

Person in casual attire poses against brick walls in an urban setting wearing sneakers.
Blonde woman in floral maxi dress holding bouquet in golden hour field.
A vintage-inspired outfit with tan hat and floral maxi skirt on a park bench.
Figure in checkered shirt and dark pants poses in warm evening light against brick wall.
Blonde woman in floral sundress walking through golden wheat field at sunset with trees in background.
Figure in denim jacket poses casually against warm-toned background with natural lighting.
Tennis player in maroon athletic wear poses with racquet against court netting.
A flowing floral maxi dress and straw hat create a romantic countryside scene.
Rural portrait of person in FFA jacket walking along autumn field edge.
Young blonde woman in floral sundress sits gracefully in golden hour sunlight in a natural outdoor field setting.
Person in orange top and denim jacket poses against autumn sunset backdrop.
Person in denim jacket and orange striped shirt smiles during outdoor photoshoot.
Casual autumn portrait featuring a cream sweater and distressed jeans against a warm blurred background.
Athletic portrait in green varsity letterman jacket on sports field at sunset.
Person in white sweater photographed against evening city lights.
Smiling blonde woman in floral maxi dress holding bouquet, twirling in green park on sunny day.
Silhouette of someone in a black coat against a blurred urban background.
Young girl in bright pink floral dress sits gracefully near blooming red roses in a garden setting.
Outdoor portrait session in a teal two-piece outfit against a sunny park background.
Person poses on a balcony railing with blue sky and architectural elements in background.
A casual outdoor portrait featuring a cozy sweater and denim shorts on a sunny autumn day.
Person in casual outfit strolling down rural gravel road.
Portrait series showing someone in cozy white sweater against neutral background.
Person wearing orange striped shirt and denim jacket poses outdoors.
Person wearing cozy sweater walking along gravel country path.
Person in denim jacket walks through park with golden autumn leaves.
Person in cream striped sweater posing in golden wheat field at sunset.
Person in colorful floral dress poses near concrete wall in outdoor garden setting.
Person in white shirt and jeans poses casually against brick wall background.
Person in black jacket crouches near a puddle reflecting the urban surroundings.
A musician poses with a trumpet while wearing a burgundy jacket against a colorful outdoor backdrop.
Person in striped sweater playfully posing with tree branch.
Person in cream cable knit sweater poses in soft natural lighting against light background.
Creative fall portrait with an orange maple leaf covering one eye and a cream USA sweater.
Figure in navy dress poses artistically on vintage piano outdoors during autumn season.
Ethereal portrait series in a white lace dress with soft natural lighting and wheat field backdrop.
Artistic portrait on wooden piano in floral dress with natural lighting.
Person in casual wear sits on brick steps during an outdoor photo session.
A golden hour portrait in a floral print top with soft natural lighting.
Football player in green jersey standing on field with goal posts in background.
Young person wearing a gray camouflage t-shirt poses against a light background.
Casual autumn portrait session featuring a USA sweatshirt and jeans among fallen leaves.
Person in casual attire posing against dark industrial wall.
A country-style portrait in a floral dress leaning against a wooden fence.
Outdoor portrait with natural lighting and trees in background.
A bohemian summer look with wide-brim hat and flowing pants in a garden setting.
A dreamy golden hour photoshoot featuring a white lace dress against a sunlit outdoor backdrop.
Romantic evening portraits with warm bokeh lighting and delicate white lace details.
Person relaxing in the bed of a red pickup truck at sunset.
Person wearing a Snoopy graphic t-shirt and plaid shirt in an outdoor setting with bokeh lights.
Young woman in golden dress holding floral bouquet sitting in lush green field during golden hour sunset.
Athletic fashion shoot at a tennis court with teal activewear and yellow tennis balls.
Blonde woman in floral sundress standing in golden wheat field at sunset with trees in background.
Individual wearing graphic t-shirt and jeans stands near pillars in urban setting.
Person in cream sweater relaxing in autumn field.
Dramatic sunset portraits through a stone archway featuring an emerald green dress.
Person in vest and jeans standing on rural road during golden hour.
Two people sitting together outdoors in casual attire.
Person wearing a camouflage pattern t-shirt poses against a blue-tinted background.
Blonde bride lying in grass with a bouquet of pink and white roses in a lush outdoor garden setting.
Individual in casual checkered shirt and jeans poses near industrial setting at sunset.
Elegant spinning poses in an emerald green dress against a rustic wooden backdrop.
A romantic portrait among pink roses wearing a white top and tan hat.
Fall fashion photography with deep green dress against autumn foliage and golden light.