First of all congratulations! Senior year is such an exciting milestone, and I’m so honored you chose Meagan Nicole Photography to capture this season of your life.
My goal is to create a session that feels fun, relaxed, authentic, and completely personalized to you. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to feel confident and fully prepared for your session.
Your Senior Session Experience
Senior sessions are all about showcasing your personality, style, and this exciting chapter of life. Whether you want something casual, trendy, sporty, elegant, outdoorsy, or editorial-inspired, we’ll create a session that reflects YOU.
As part of my full-service experience, I’ll help guide you through:
- Outfit planning
- Location selection
- Styling advice
- Session preparation
- Product and artwork design after your session
Preparing for Your Session
1. Get Plenty of Rest
Try to get a good night’s sleep the night before your session. Feeling rested helps you look and feel your best.
2. Hydrate + Avoid Sunburn
Drink plenty of water leading up to your session and avoid excessive sun exposure
right before your shoot.
Sunburns, tan lines, and peeling skin can be difficult to fully edit naturally.
3. Nails Matter
Your hands will likely appear in close-up photos, so clean, neutral nails photograph beautifully.
Avoid chipped polish if possible no polish over chipped!
4. Hair + Makeup
Professional hair and makeup are recommended because they photograph beautifully on camera and help you feel more confident during your session.
If you’re doing your own makeup:
- Slightly more makeup than everyday photographs best
- Avoid heavy glitter products
- Keep your look true to your personality
What to Wear
Outfits play a huge role in the overall look of your session. I recommend choosing outfits that feel comfortable, flattering, and authentic to your style.
I Recommend:
- Neutral tones
- Earth tones
- Soft colors
- Simple textures and layers
- Flowy dresses or well-fitted outfits
- Accessories like hats, jewelry, jackets, or boots
Avoid:
- Neon colors
- Large logos/graphics
- Busy patterns
- Clothes that feel uncomfortable or restrictive
Part of any session with me comes styling help. Please feel free to reach out to me at any time for help or opinions. At the store send me photos!
How Many Outfits Should You Bring?
I typically recommend 2–4 outfits for variety:
- Casual everyday look
- Dressy outfit
- School/spirit outfit
- Hobby or sport-related outfit
This helps create a gallery with lots of variety while still feeling cohesive.
What to Bring
- All outfits on hangers
- Clean shoes
- Accessories/jewelry
- Water/snacks
- Touch-up makeup/hairbrush
- Props meaningful to you
Prop Ideas ( Not necessary but recommend)
- Cap & Gown
- Letterman Jacket
- Collage Acceptance Letter Or Sweatshirt
- Confetti Or Champagne Pop
- Pets (Must Be Approved)
- Flowers Or Bouquet
- Blanket Or Quilt
- Cowboy Hat
- Books
- Car Or Truck (Wash Before Session)
- Sports Equipment
- Medals/Awards Won
- Sports Equipment
- Medals/Awards Won
- Fishing or Hunting Gear
- Skateboard
- Dirt Bike Or Motorcycle
- Cowboy Hat
- Books
- Car Or Truck (Wash Before Session)
- Sports Equipment
- Medals Won
- Fishing or Hunting Gear
Parents
Thank you for trusting me to capture such an important milestone.
Senior year goes by incredibly quickly, and these images become more meaningful with every passing year. My goal is not only to create beautiful images but also tangible artwork and albums your family can enjoy for generations.
Most Importantly…
Have fun with this experience.
This season of life deserves to be celebrated, and your session should feel exciting, memorable, and authentically you.