Senior year is finally here, and you may be thinking about having a photo shoot to commemorate your final year in high school. Senior sessions have become increasingly popular for good reason. This time in your life is a big deal, and you deserve to celebrate all that you have accomplished with an amazing experience like your senior photo session.
You may be wondering if you really need to hire a professional senior photographer, especially if you have a friend or family member who has offered to take a few photos of you with their camera or iPhone. As tempting as it may be, you don’t want to trust your senior pictures to anyone except a professional. The right photographer will give you the amazing experience you are hoping for, and she will help you create images that you will be proud to show off now and forever. Keep reading to learn why you should hire a professional for your senior pictures.
Five Reasons To Hire A Professional Senior Photographer
Reason 1: Professional Equipment and Skills
You may have friends or a family member with a good camera, but it takes more than that to create a quality photograph that you will love. Photography is an artform much like painting, and it takes knowledge, skill and practice to become proficient. Professional photographers invest a lot of time and money in quality equipment and professional development. That means not only do we have excellent cameras and lenses but we also have the expertise to use them. A pro will elevate your images from a snapshot to the beautiful photos you are envisioning.
Reason 2: Editing
Anyone can press the shutter and take a picture, but editing is where the magic happens. A professional will know how to use software to make images you will adore. A pro will also make sure the colors, lighting and your skin tones are on point so you look your absolute best.
Reason 3: Professional Prints and Products
When you work with a professional senior photographer, you will have access to heirloom quality prints and products that will last for years to come. Your photographer will also help you choose the products that fit your needs as well as create your artwork for you. That means you won’t have to stress about choosing the right layout for your album or the pick the best frame for your print. You get to relax while your photographer does all the work.
One more word of caution, If you have a friend or family member take your pictures you run the risk of keeping your photos on your computer and forgetting about them, and these memories are too important not to print.
Reason 4: A Pro Will Guide You
A professional senior photographer will guide you every step of the way from helping you pick the best location, choosing your wardrobe and creating artwork from your favorite images to making sure you look and feel amazing during your session.
Getting in front of the camera, especially when you’re the only person in a photo can feel really awkward, so you want someone who knows how to help you relax and get genuine facial expressions. You also want your photographer to know how to pose you in a modern, flattering way so you will feel confident. Although friends and family may love taking photos, they may not have developed the skill to pose you in a way that you’ll love.
Reason 5: Senior Year Only Happens Once
Senior year is filled with so many milestone moments, and your senior pictures should be included on that list. You are about to move on to a new phase in your life but not before you celebrate exactly who you are right now! Hiring a professional photographer will ensure that you have a fun, stress-free experience that you won’t soon forget.
If you’re ready to plan your senior photo session, just click here and send me an email so we can schedule a complimentary consultation. I’m excited to meet you!