Looking for the right photographer to capture such a vital time in your student career can be pretty stressful. Below I have a foolproof guide to help you select the best match for your senior photo session!

ASK YOUR FRIENDS

Talking to your friends or even past seniors and asking them about their senior photographer can give you some insight into who they used, what they liked and more. Look at your friends photos and see if the style is right for you…do you like the poses, the locations, the editing? Seeing your friends final photos is a good way to tell if it is something you are looking for. Ask yourself, "what are others saying about this photographer?" If you like what they say, then this person may be the right fit for you. Below, I'm sharing an example of what one of my clients shared about her experience of working with me. If you're looking for a similar type of experience, let me know :)

I loved working with Jayne, she is so talented and easy to work with! I love all of my photos and couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

-Emma

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CHECK OUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S WEBSITE

Make sure they are on the web with a professional website that has information that will help you decide if they are the right photographer for you. You don’t want to just hire someone that may have a good camera. You want to hire someone who is clearly a professional, has useful information available and has an up-to-date website. Take the time to look through the site and see if you can get a feel for the photographer and their work. Make sure they have contact information available and make sure their location is clearly stated on the website so you know they are in your area.

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If you're looking for an example, click on the button below and browse through my site

JdB Photography + Design - Senior's Page

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ARE THEY SOCIAL?

Is the photographer on social media? Are they updating their social media often? Do they post the same photos over and over or are they constantly posting fresh new stuff? I once had a senior client tell me that she was deciding between me and another photographer. The reason she chose me was that she looked at my Instagram and saw that I was posting consistently, she could get to know me through my Instagram and she could tell that I was professional and popular because I always had new clients to post. The other photographer hardly ever posted and posted the same client over and over. To my client, this made it seem like the other person was not a good fit for her. So check out their social media and see if you can get to know the person, their work and what they offer to make sure it is a good fit for you.

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DECIDE WHAT TYPE OF EXPERIENCE YOU WANT

Experience is a huge part of a senior photo session. A photographer who takes the time to send you information, help you prep before your session, help you style your outfits for your session and pick the perfect locations for your session that fit your style, is one who will give you the experience you deserve for your senior session. Be sure to ask what is included so you know how much you will have to do versus how much the photographer will take care of for you. Having someone help you throughout the entire process is key to having the best experience for your senior photos.

Senior sessions with JdB Photography + Design are an experience!

I WALK YOU THROUGH THE ENTIRE PROCESS AND MAKE SURE YOU HAVE EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO BE COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA! I WANT YOU TO HAVE FUN AND GET THE BEST PHOTOS POSSIBLE!

If you think I am the right photographer for you, here are the steps to booking a session with me. It's as easy as 1, 2, 3...

Step One: Contact me HERE to let me know you are interested in a session.

Step Two: You will receive information about the available dates for us to chat as well as a digital Welcome Guide that will be packed with information so you can make the right decision for your senior photos. Information like session options, pricing, the process and more will be included. Look this over with your parents. Within that guide, you will find a questionnaire that allows me to get to know you before our chat. This way I ensure that we plan your session according to your unique personality and style. Simply fill it out online and hit submit and it will be sent directly back to me.

Step Three: Let me know which session type you would like to book and which date works best for you for us to chat and coordinate all of the details. The session fee is due at the time of booking to secure the date for your session.