Preparing For Your Senior Session 2022 | Gretchen Elaine Photography Seniors Tips & Tricks

Today, I wanted to dive in behind the lens, what I do for every senior session to make every session one to remember! There are always so many questions about how to best prepare for your upcoming senior session, so let’s dig in!

First and foremost, I always suggest to bring one outfit change to break up the session a bit so you have more variety in the end. Every time the senior changes outfits or adds accessories, I also change the background scene to have a variety. Things that I look for that make great backgrounds are shaded woodsy areas, fences, old stairs, bridges, field of grass or flowers, long paths, textured walls, and even interesting murals if in the city. Every scene will have a different vibe depending on the senior, their outfit, and personality.

Now going back to the planning stage of the senior session, I always like to get to know the senior and their style. Depending on what they like and what kind of sessions they are going for, I sometimes like to bring several props just in case! These props can be sunglasses, hats, etc. I never know what the light or location will be like 100% so I like come prepare with extra items and ideas.

One piece of advice I give to all my seniors, is to be prepared for anything! I have had my seniors bring combs, mirrors, hairspray, several sets of clothing depending on the weather, accessories, and of course their mom to help with hair and wardrobe! Being prepared for your session will ensure you get exactly what you want and will help give myself as the photographer ideas on how to pose you and flow with your personality and style. If you’re not sure where to start, always reach out to me and I can help with some ideas on how to make your personality shine during your session!