Senior Session Info

all the things you need to know

Hello there. Thanks so much for choosing me to be your senior photographer! Whether you chose me, or your parent/guardian made the decision for you, I’m glad you’re here.

Senior year is a big year. It’s YOUR year. Which means your senior photos should look and feel like you. Not like your parents. (Sorry, Mom and Dad!) Not like your friends. (I’m sure they’re great!) But you. During your session, we’re going to laugh, joke around, take some natural shots, and have a good time capturing who you are right now, in this special moment.

There’s a lot of good information in this senior session client guide, and more updates are forthcoming. Take your time reading through this info, and please reach out if you have any questions.

Since I’ll be taking your senior pictures, I figure it’s only fair to show you one of mine.

old high school senior photo of teenage girl straddling white chair smiling

I promise I won’t make you straddle a chair or hug a wagon wheel (that was my other prop option). Unless that’s your thing of course.

Start To Finish

how it all works

Step 1: Pre-Session

I’ll send you a quick questionnaire to fill out before your session date. This is a great way for me to find out a little bit about you and get you thinking about locations and other details, so please don’t ignore it like I would have done when I was a senior.

About a week before your session, we’ll have a check-in to go over all the details (time, location, clothes, etc) and map out our plan of attack!

Step 2: Session Day

You do you. We’ll meet at the location you’ve chosen and start shooting. Depending on which session you chose, we’ll have anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour and a half together.

Remember to bring everything you think you’ll need for the session, including your outfit changes and accessories, water, chapstick, make-up for touch-ups, oil-absorbing towelettes, a brush/comb, and a parent or guardian.

Step 3: After Your Session

Sit back and relax! Unless you ask me not to, I’ll post a sneak peek on social media a few days after your session.Your final gallery will be ready 2-4 weeks from your session date, so pay attention to your yearbook deadline.

Shortly after your session, you’ll get an email with a link to view the lightly edited proofs in your online gallery, from which you will select either 10 (Signature Session) or 3 (Mini Session) images for me to give a full edit to. Once you’ve made your selections, I’ll get to work on the final, full edits and upload those back into your gallery.
Each session comes with some digital files (printable up to 8×10), as well as access to the a la carte menu for any additional purchases you might want. We can schedule a time to go over everything either in person, on the phone, or via Zoom/Facetime.

I’ll reach out again in late spring in case you need any additional products as your senior year commences.

Next up: LOCATIONS!

surfer carrying a red surfboard out of ocean

Location, Location, Location…

We’re lucky to live on the beautiful NH seacoast which affords us so many different locations and landscapes to choose from.

Here are just a few of my favorite places to shoot seniors around the seacoast, as there are way too many to list:

Not from the Seacoast? We can work together to find the right location for you, no matter where you are.

young woman wearing white dress pulling long hair up
high school senior girl in white dress with long brown hair standing in a rocky area
high school senior female wearing white sundress sitting on driftwood at beach
high school senior male wearing navy blue short sleeve collared polo shirt standing with arms crossed in a field
high school senior teenage girl wearing white dress kneeling on rocks
teenage boy wearing a blue and white letterman jacket with an E, smiling
high school senior girl with auburn hair wearing black tank top and green cargo pants standing on rock at sunset
high school boy wearing black turtleneck with arms crossed not smiling
high school senior female with long brown hair kneeling near seagrass
high school senior male wearing white button down kneeling on rocks
high school senior girl with long brown hair wearing black shirt and jeans by ocean
high school senior male wearing pink polo shirt and khaki shorts standing on beach
high school senior boy wearing navy shorts and white button down shirt leaning against an iron ladder
high school senior female wearing brown dress with yellow flowers sitting in back of white truck
high school senior boy sitting on fence in blue shirt and white pants
senior girl standing in flower field with long brown hair
senior boy wearing football jersey standing with arms crossed at night
high school senior girl with blonde hair wearing a white dress standing in the water at the beach
high school senior boy wearing blue shirt and khaki shorts holding a camera

QUICK TIPS

PRE SESSION PREP

• Iron/steam all outfits to be sure they're wrinkle free and TRY EVERYTHING ON. Don't forget about proper undergarments and accessories for each look

• Map out how long it will take you to arrive at your session, and parking availability at/near your location beforehand to ensure you're on time.

• Pack water and a few light snacks to bring with you

•Drink plenty of water, and make sure you get a full 8 hours of sleep the night before

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HAIR + MAKEUP

•If you want a fresh cut before your shoot, it is recommended your appointment takes place at least a week before your session date.

•Make sure to coordinate any professional hair/makeup applications
ahead of time, leaving you plenty of time to change and get to your
session on time

•Guys-Make sure your facial hair is freshly groomed or shaved

•Stay away from any peels, masks, or other skin treatments at least one week prior to your session, and be careful not to overdue it with self tanners, spray tans, or the actual sun (sunburns are not a great look)

•Bring chapstick and make up with you to re-touch as necessary.

If you need recommendations for hair, make-up, clothing, etc- please message me for a list of talented and trusted vendors .

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WHAT TO WEAR

•Include a range of styles and layers that you feel good in. but make sure your outfits are functional to get the most out of your poses. In other words, It's best to avoid any dresses, skirts, tops, shorts that are too revealing when moving around or sitting.

•Warm and rich tones photograph beautifully, and bright, bold colors will help your images pop

•Include a variety of necklines (boat, crew, v-neck, tanks, etc) and be sure to have the appropriate undergarments, shoes, and accessories for each look.

•If you want to shoot some images in a school/sport uniform make sure you know who to contact and how you can pick it up if your session date is prior to the start of school

•Make sure everything is neatly pressed (I know I mentioned this already but wrinkles are the worst)

•Helpful Suggestion- include at least one outfit/top that will make your parent/guardian happy- especially if you've been arguing about that already. I know this is about you, but it's also for them and that's all I'm going to say about that.

•If you want to run some outfits by me for feedback, take some pictures of the clothes and shoot me a text 603.686.2085. I'm always happy to help and answer any questions

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A FEW THINGS TO NOTE...

A Note About My Approach...
My approach to senior photos goes well beyond just "photos for the yearbook," but yeah, we'll get those taken care of, don't worry! My style is much more documentary in nature which allows me to create authentic and natural images that allow your personality to really shine through. No fake smiles or fake laughing allowed--and I work really hard to make sure that doesn't happen (ie. I'm a total dork and I sometimes have no filter).

A Note About Editing...
-I hand edit every photo that you receive in your gallery. I don't outsource my editing as I feel this is an integral part of my style that I wouldn't trust with anyone else. Edits can take anywhere from 2-4 weeks depending on the season (summer and fall are the busiest). Please keep this in mind when scheduling your session to ensure there's plenty of turnaround time between your session and when your photos are due to the yearbook. Most schools have early fall deadlines.

-I edit out anything that isn't permanent such as acne, bruises/scratches/cuts, mosquito bites, etc. Your permanent features like scars, birthmarks, moles, freckles, tattoos, etc. will ONLY be edited if you specifically request it. (I will try to talk you out of it though- because those are the features that make you uniquely YOU, right? But ultimately it is your decision).

**Please note that I will take a photo of you with the parent/guardian who accompanies you to your session. It's mandatory. I don't care what they're wearing or how much they try to get out of it. It's happening, and they're going to love it.

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TESTIMONIALS

"As a guy I wasn’t looking forward to my senior photos. Just more of a thing I wanted to get out of the way. Danielle made this so easy. I have been to photo shoots before that take so long and I can’t wait to leave. My shoot with Danielle was the complete opposite. I just wanted to stay!"

-Ryan, Exeter High School, Class of 2022

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TESTIMONIALS

"Danielle is an incredible photographer who captured the essence of my senior year perfectly! Her attention to detail and creativity truly shine in every photo she took. Not only did she make me feel comfortable in front of the camera, but she also knew how to bring out my personality. I highly recommend Danielle for any senior high school pictures- she will exceed your expectations!!!"

~Brianna- Portsmouth High School

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TESTIMONIALS

"Danielle was very fun to work with and helped to bring out my natural smile with her funny wit."

-Mia, Exeter High School, Class of 2021

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