Tips for Senior Pictures: Fairport NY Senior Portraits

Senior pictures for the Class of 2024 are underway! So we thought it might help to share few tips for some great senior pictures in the Rochester NY area.

After all, these senior portraits will live on the pages of the high school yearbook and on your walls for years to come. The experience you have should be fun, memorable and unique! So here's a few tips to get you thinking...

1) Clothing

Do your best to avoid clothing with words, stripes and plaids. Solid colors tend to photograph much better, especially in a busy background like a park or among colorful flowers. Make sure you're comfortable in your choices, and that they are flattering to you. If there's a part of you that you're self-conscious about, like your arms - simple solution, wear sleeves! Be comfortable in your clothes, so that it shows in your photographs! Also, keep your jewelry simple so it doesn't distract from what we're really capturing - you!

If you have questions on what to wear, bring a variety of options - from dressy to casual! We can help you pick the right outfit for the right setting.

2) Makeup

Don't feel like this is an opportunity to layer on makeup. We want a natural you in your high school senior pictures, not someone that no one will recognize! Your makeup should only be slightly heavier than usual. And please...don't use sparkles, they only make you look shiny in all the wrong places. Don't worry too much about blemishes either, we have ways to help diminish those!

3) Shaving

Unless you're into a bearded look, shave prior to the session to avoid unwanted stubble. If your face gets irritated easily, leave enough time for it to return to normal before your senior pictures.

4) Props, pets and activities

Here's the fun part. What is it that makes you, you? Do you have a cat, dog or pet iguana to include in your senior portraits? We're game, just make sure you bring treats for motivation, and someone to keep watch over Fluffy the Lizard while he's not in the photographs.

We encourage you to bring items that reveal your personality and hobbies. For example, an instrument, sporting equipment, vehicle, collectible, or whatever it is you enjoy!

High School Senior Pictures Fairport NY

High School Senior Pictures Fairport NY

High School Senior Pictures Fairport NY

High School Senior Pictures Fairport NY

We're so excited, and really can't wait to work with each and every one of you. If you're planning or have questions - contact us today!

Mercy High School Senior Pictures: Class of 2022, Emma

I love it when our students bring their personal style to their Rochester senior pictures! The Memorial Art Gallery was the perfect setting for this beautiful soul and artist, Emma.

Just like her brother, Ethan, she had a confident ease about her that just made her a pleasure to be around, and gave her senior portraits the perfect glow.

Don’t those string lights just make the coolest background for senior pictures? Love it! Congrats Emma, and best of luck next year! -Lori

Mercy High School Senior Portraits: Emma Kate

Emma Kate’s senior portrait session took place in two parts.

First, we had a bright windy day in the sunflowers where we laughed and laughed. Part two took place almost two months later so we could include her dad. They certainly have a special bond, because they were still smiling throughout the cold, rainy day. Love it!!

Pittsford Dairy was a great backdrop for this session, and we enjoyed warming up with hot chocolate after!

Thank you for trusting me in the rain, and rocking your senior photos Emma Kate! It has been such a pleasure photographing you. Good luck with the rest of your year at Mercy, and see you again soon!

-Lori

Our Lady of Mercy Senior Photos: Madison

While she attends Our Lady of Mercy, Madison is a Fairport girl. After some family portraits at the house, we went exploring around the canal, right here in our quaint little village.

There is always something new to see and enjoy in our town, and I love it here. From the stone wall to the famous bridge and the gazebo, we hit all the hot spots. 

The weather was iffy, but the clouds provided the perfect cover. We actually did feel a few rain drops, but it didn't slow us down one bit! And besides that, how perfect is that umbrella? Madison rolled with it and rocked her whole senior portrait session.

Fairport NY really is front porch friendly, and we love living here. Thanks Madison for choosing us to capture this pivotal time in your life. It has been a pleasure getting to know you and your whole family! Have a wonderful senior year!

Cheers,
Lori

High School Senior Portraits for the Class of 2014

So we may be a month late with this post and for that we apologize!  We couldn't let another day go by without congratulating our 2014 high school seniors. We were so honored that you chose us to photograph your senior sessions. We had so much fun working with each and every one of you. Each session was different in it's own way, based on all of the activities and hobbies you enjoy - which made our job even more fun! We wish the Class of 2014 all the best on their future endeavors. We hope that you'll achieve your dreams, while  in your own way making the future a better place for those who come after you.

Congratulations to Kathryn, Naomi, Katie, Jessica, Nate and Kate!  Here's to you!  ~ Erin & Lori

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Senior Portraits Mercy High School, Rochester NY

The moment I met Kate, I was transported back to my high school days. As she described to me what clubs she was in and what sports she plays, I started reminiscing about my own. We had so much in common, even down to the music-- yes I'll admit, I know the words to far too many Weird Al songs. She is even considering attending my alma mater, RIT, for film and animation. In the time we shared together, I found it so easy to talk to Kate. That must have been a big help to her in winning the election for Senior Class President, along with her message of "Let's just all be friends." I think that is such a great message for all parts of life, not just high school. Kate didn't want to focus on all of her activities for her portraits, so instead we focused on her and just had fun around the house. Here are a few of my favorites from her session.

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Kate, I wish you good luck this year, I know you will kick butt in all you do! -Lori

Mercy High School Senior Pictures: Katie

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Senior portrait photography may be a young addition to Lori and Erin Photography, but we are excited to work with some really great students. Katie is entering her senior year at Mercy High School here in Rochester and hoping to attend college in California next year. She is part of student government and plans to major in history. If you couldn't tell, she is into fashion and (I feel) her eyes are the best accessory! We photographed her around her beautiful home and gardens, Enjoy the sneak peek!

Seniors, call us today to  reserve your spot for August or September! Happy summer!

Mercy High School Senior Pictures: Kathryn

Kicking off our senior portraits for the Class of 2014 is Kathryn from Mercy High School! Kathryn is such an easy going girl. We had a lot of fun around her house and neighborhood for her senior portraits. She describes herself as being shy, smart, casual and opinionated. An active volunteer and honor society member, her favorite subjects are math and physics. She is also a very talented piano player! We really enjoyed getting to know Kathryn and are excited to share this sneak peek with you.

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High School Senior Portraits

High School Senior Portraits

Have a great senior year Kathryn - and best wishes for a very bright future ahead!

 Know a high school senior who needs their portraits? We're scheduling sessions into June - so call or contact us today for early booking specials!