by Shelly | Mar 5, 2014 | senior guys, senior portraits |
It’s official! My seniors simply have the most beautiful smiles. That’s all there is to it.
Meet Maggi. Taylor High School Class of 2014.
I’ve known Maggi for several years. She is one of “MY” Color Guard Gals, and I’ve always been in awe of how photogenic she is from that movie-star smile to her sparkly eyes. You can imagine how thrilled I was when she called to schedule her portrait session.
We had a little bit of fun. Maggi is quite the fashionista!
I fell in love with her gold and taupe maxi dress. It’s dressy and casual at the same time. She could wear this absolutely ANYWHERE and be the picture of class. It looked great both in the indoor studio . . .
and outside in the warehouse.
Even out in the garden . . .
Then after a quick change we hit the SPCcreative Beach House. Quaint, huh?
Her breezy orange and white top, paired with white jeans, was perfect for the beachy setting, but I’ll never be able to look at these pictures without suddenly craving a big juicy Whataburger.
Yep — Whataburger . . . that was her word, not mine. Cutest Whataburger gal I’ve ever seen.
Maggi has a style and personality that can pull off any look, from Golden-Globe-Worthy couture right down to Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Chic, and it’s been a joy to follow her through her high school career and to create her senior portraits for her.
Congratulations, Maggi, on your upcoming graduation. Spring break is just around the corner, and I hope you have a FABULOUS time and that you get in some good R&R.
The next few weeks will be a whirlwind, but at least your senior portraits are one thing that’s in the bag and crossed off your to-do list. Now, go have some FUN!
by Shelly | May 8, 2013 | senior guys, senior portraits, sports |
Most of my readers know that for the past six years I’ve spent a good portion of my time in the fall photographing football games for the Taylor Mustangs and providing them with fresh artwork for their program covers and inserts for just about every home game. So…whether the guys know it or not, I feel a special bond with each of the players. That’s why I got excited about taking Tyler’s senior portraits. Playing the position of Linebacker — Number 48 — he was one of MY Mustangs.
After some exciting travels that he has planned for the summer, Tyler plans to study at Tarleton State University in Stephenville.
It was a pleasure getting to know him a little bit better during our session. He is handsome, polite, laid-back and self-assured, and enjoys hunting expeditions with his dad when schedules allow.
Tyler I thoroughly enjoyed being your “Ninja Photographer,” and hope you enjoy your images for years and years to come.
by Shelly | May 6, 2013 | musician, senior guys, senior portraits |
Some of my favorite portrait sessions involve thoughtful, pensive seniors and their musical instruments. Tyler’s session was certainly one of those favorites.
Maybe the musical aspect tugs at my emotions because all of our kids were in band during our own high school years — or maybe I secretly want to relive my own youth, but it’s more likely because these kids completely relax through their music as they connect with their instruments
Tyler’s got some serious talent on both the acoustic and electric guitar, and BONUS!!!!! I got to enjoy a private mini-concert while we shot.
Tyler’s younger brother, Cody came along for the session as well, and I’m always up for adding a sibling or best friend into the mix for a few images. Watching brothers together is so fun. They know each other inside and out, so it’s like having a secret weapon or tool in the studio. They’re guaranteed to bring out laughter, mischief, and above all, attitude. 
Tyler graduates this spring from Cinco Ranch High School and will attend college locally, at least for his first year while he explores a few of the many options available to him.
Just don’t forget your music, Tyler. It will continue to enrich your life for years and years to come — and you can always come back and play for me any time.
by Shelly | Apr 18, 2012 | senior guys, senior portraits |
Senior portraits are kind of a big deal around here.
After all, once the summer’s over, there’s going to be a big empty space in the hearts and homes of these kids’ parents.
As a rule, guys like Alex are pretty laid back and nonchalant about their photographs, but they’re still willing to spend a little time in front of the camera because it means so much to their family. I think that by the time we were done he decided that he might have actually had a little fun during our session too.
This is the point in my blog where I would love to gush and rave about his stunning piercing eyes (you see them too don’t you?) and what a handsome and nice young man he is . . . (oh dear . . . I sound like someone’s grandmother! UGH!) Instead I promised Alex a no-cheese easy-going kind of session, so we’ll just keep things short and sweet, simply wishing him all the best as he heads to college classes at LSU ithis fall.
And here’s the video with all of Alex’s Proofs.
