It's senior year and you've decided that the studio formal pictures for the yearbook just aren't going to cut it. You've realized this year, this big transitional moment in your life, calls for something more special than a velvet wrap and grey backdrop. But where to start? How do you even begin planning? Start with what you love!

      Are you involved in a sport at school? Do you play an instrument? Do you volunteer at a riding camp at a local horse stable? When you choose a professional photographer, to take your senior portraits this year, ask her if she helps you plan and if she's willing to go to a special location. Your photographer should be able to give you great suggestions on locations that make you feel special and comfortable in your environment and feature your interests and style.

     When Natalie filled out the questionnaire I sent her, she said she wanted both a unique location and also some nature. For the unique location she wanted preferably one that incorporated her love of music and books. She was also involved in her drama department at The Walker School and hopefully she'll be able to carry that over into her freshman year at The College of Charleston. I suggested independent record store, Sweet Melissa Records, for the first part of her session and she chose the most perfect outfit for it! I love those white boots with her green skirt and black sweater!