How to Pick the Best Location for Senior Photos | Waco, TX
One of the most popular questions seniors want answered is, “Where will we take my senior photos?” The location is a big piece of making sure your senior photos are unique to you and fit your personality and style. But with so many location options, how do you pick the one that is best for you?
Don’t worry, below I’ve got 5 things to consider that will help you when it comes to picking the right location for your senior photos.
YOU!
The first thing we should consider when picking locations is you! Is there a specific location that you love? What is your absolute favorite place in the Waco area? Maybe your family has a special spot that you like to visit and spend time, or maybe your family owns land. Maybe your own backyard is special to you. A location is perfect if it is special to you. So first consider you and the places you love to help pick a location that will be perfect for your senior photos. Be sure to let me know about any location you would like to use so I can make sure it will give you the best option for your senior photos in terms of lighting and options.
Your Style!
The second thing to consider when trying to pick the right location is your style and what you will be wearing for your senior photos. The location needs to coordinate with the style of clothing you plan on wearing. If you are planning on wearing a long, flowing Free People style dress, then a location that goes with that look would be best, such as a field. But if you plan on wearing a leather jacket, ripped jeans and a vintage concert tee, an urban location would look best. Similarly, if you’re wearing a school uniform or letter-jacket, you may want the setting to be on campus. By determining the outfits for your session, you can help narrow down the location options.
Your Personality!
Are you a casual person who loves the outdoors? Then a natural type location would work great. Maybe you are bright, cheery and love color. If so, a location that has a colorful background would help show off your unique personality. Think about your personality and the type of setting that seems to fit. I’m happy to offer ideas if you need help.
Your Hobbies and Interests!
Ask yourself what you favorite thing to do is. Maybe you love to ride horses. If so, a horse farm could be the perfect location for your senior photos. Are you a dancer? Then a dance studio could be a great location, though it’s also fun to bring dance outdoors. Maybe you love coffee shops or going to the lake. Think about the activities that you enjoy so that the setting showcases who you are.
Where and How You will use these images!
Or more specifically will mom and dad be hanging these photos in your home? If so, picking a location that would look good displayed in your home is a great way to narrow down your location options. You want to make sure that the colors and style of the location in the background look good hanging on the wall in your home. If your home has jewel tones, then a setting with bright neon colors is not going to be the best fit.
I have lots of great locations to show you in order to help you determine which one would work best for your senior photo session. Be sure to check out the location gallery and sample photos of each type of location by clicking here. And if you have a specific location not listed, please let me know! I love going to new locations and creating amazing senior photos!
Be sure to book your senior photos by clicking here so we can start planning your perfect senior photoshoot as well as the locations that will give you the look and feel that you want!!
