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Senior photography
Milwaukee WI

real. relaxed. personality > posing.

These aren’t the traditional “tilt your chin and smile for a yearbook” photos. Senior portraits should feel personal, honest, and actually fun — not stiff, staged, or overly edited.

Senior portraits should feel honest, comfortable, and a little fun. Instead of stiff posing or heavy editing, we focus on natural expression — quiet confidence, big laughs, bold style, or something in between. That way, there’s no forced perfection or “pretend you’re a model” energy. Ultimately, it’s just personality captured in a way that still looks elevated.

What to expect

Direction is there when needed, yet never enough to make anything feel staged. We’ll keep things natural, comfortable, and a little fun.

• relaxed direction
• candid moments + authentic expression
• movement instead of stiff posing
• a style that fits personality
• help with locations + outfits

Sessions feel more like hanging out than a photo shoot — this is how we get genuine photos without trying too hard.

Outdoor & City Sessions in the Milwaukee area

Senior photos can look calm and natural outdoors or bold and expressive in the city. We can shoot at parks, along the lakefront, in cafes, alleys, murals, or downtown streets. I’ll help choose spots that match the student’s vibe and comfort level.

Not sure what style fits? I’ll help you decide — no pressure, no overwhelm.

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Senior Packages

Simple options for any personality.
Starting at $500 + tax

The Spark

(Iskra )

A quick, high-energy session designed to capture the “spark” of who you are right now. This is for the student who wants an honest, artistic portrait without the long production—clean, authentic, and focused.

Best for: Those who want a classic, high-quality look in a single, meaningful location.

What you get:
• one location that fits their personality
• one outfit that feels like them
• 20+ edited digital images
• up to 45 minutes of stress-free shooting
• help with what to wear + location choice

~ $500+tax

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The Vibe

(Nastroenie)

More time to loosen up and find your rhythm. Nastroenie is about capturing your unique energy and the “vibe” of this specific moment in your life. This session allows us to explore different angles and genuine, candid expressions.

Best for: Students who want a mix of elevated portraits and creative variety without feeling rushed.

What you get:
• 2-3 outfits that show different sides of your personality
• two nearby locations (ex: park + city)
• 40+ edited digital images with a balanced mix of candids + portraits
• 60–80 minute experience designed to feel effortless
• planning help + outfit guidance 

~ $650+tax

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The Author

(AVTOR)

This is the “Director’s Cut.” At this stage, you are the author of your next chapter—this session is about documenting that transition with a full cinematic eye. We use multiple locations and moods to create a diverse gallery that feels like a short film of your senior year.

Best for: The artists, the dreamers, and the introverts with big style who want a deeply expressive, non-performative experience.

What you get:
• 60+ edited digital images
• multiple locations that fit their vibe (city, lakefront, café, murals, etc.)
• up to 2 hours of shooting with room to explore ideas
• candid + creative direction (not performative, just expressive)
• mood-based posing + micro-movement prompts for authentic expressions

~ $850+tax

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Senior Session FAQ

Do parents need to come?

Completely up to you. Some do, some don’t. Whatever keeps the student most comfortable.

Can we include sports, hobbies, or props?

Absolutely — jerseys, instruments, sketchbooks, shoes, boards, anything that tells their story.

What should we wear?

I’ll help choose outfits that feel natural and photograph well. Nothing overly trendy that’ll look outdated fast, and nothing stiff or uncomfortable.

Can family join the photos?

We can grab a few quick photos at the end. If you want a full family session, it can be added on.

How to Book a Senior Session

1. Fill out the inquiry form

Share a little about the student, preferred style, and timing. It only takes a minute.

2. We’ll finalize the details

Together we’ll choose the best session type, date, time, and location based on personality and schedule.

3. Contract + 20% retainer

You’ll receive a simple online contract + a 20% retainer invoice to officially reserve the date.

4. Session prep guidance

You’ll get outfit help and useful tips so the session feels relaxed and stress-free.

5. Photo day!

We’ll meet at the chosen location(s) and keep things natural, comfortable, and fun.

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