Cora Class of 2026

A young woman with long red hair, wearing a white dress and glasses, smiles while posing against a wooden wall.

Why Your Consultation Matters More Than You Think

The most important step in a senior photo shoot?
The consultation.

I know—it’s tempting to skip it. A lot of people think, “Can’t you just pick some locations?” or “I don’t really have any ideas.” Totally fair… but this step is where the magic actually starts.

The consultation is more than just planning—it’s an icebreaker.

It gives you the chance to meet me in person, relax a bit, and start feeling comfortable in front of the camera before we even take a single photo. And for me, it’s the opportunity to get to know you—your personality, your style, and what makes you feel confident. That’s what shapes your entire shoot.

Before coming in, I always recommend creating a quick Pinterest board with inspiration. You don’t need a full vision—just a few photos you’re drawn to. That alone tells me so much and helps guide everything from location to posing to overall vibe

A young woman with long red hair smiles while posing against a wooden wall, wearing a white dress and glasses. The background features a grassy area and cloudy sky.
A young woman in a white outfit stands against a wooden wall, smiling gently. The background features a grassy area and a view of the ocean under a cloudy sky.
A young woman with long red hair and glasses poses by a wooden wall, wearing a white sleeveless top and shorts, with a beach background.

Featured Senior: Cora | Horicon High School

Cora came into her consultation with a clear vision—she wanted water and flowers.

We chose Kohler-Andrae State Park for her water location, which was the perfect fit. But one of my favorite moments from the shoot actually came from something unexpected.

As we were walking near one of the educational buildings, my assistant Jodi and I noticed a wall with shake shingles. My first instinct? Keep moving.

But Jodi said, “Let’s try it.”

And I’m so glad we did.

The final image turned out clean, modern, and completely different from the rest of the session—easily one of my favorites from the day.

A young woman in a white dress stands barefoot near a structure made of driftwood on a sandy beach with a cloudy sky.
A young woman with long red hair, wearing a white dress, poses playfully between two pieces of driftwood on a sandy beach under a cloudy sky.
A young woman in a white dress stands in front of a driftwood structure on a sandy beach, with cloudy skies in the background.
A woman with red hair and glasses crouching on the sandy beach, looking thoughtfully towards the water under a cloudy sky.
A young woman with long red hair stands on the beach wearing a white dress, with a calm ocean and cloudy sky in the background.
A young woman with long red hair stands barefoot on a sandy beach, wearing a white dress. The ocean waves gently roll in behind her under a cloudy sky.
A smiling young woman with red hair wearing a white dress stands on a sandy beach, looking over her shoulder towards the camera.
A young woman with long red hair and glasses sitting on a sandy beach, wearing a white dress, with a serene lake and cloudy sky in the background.
A young person with red hair wearing a white dress stands on a beach, looking towards the sea. Gentle waves wash onto the shore under a cloudy sky.
A young woman with red hair and glasses is lying on the sandy beach, smiling at the camera with the ocean in the background.
A young woman with red hair lies on her stomach on a sandy beach, wearing a white dress and glasses, with a serene expression and the shoreline in the background.

While we were at Kohler-Andrae, we also took full advantage of the beautiful beaches and boardwalks—such a perfect mix of textures and scenery for a senior session.

Pro tip: Stay on the trails.

A lot of people don’t realize that the dunes are a protected habitat. Sticking to the designated paths helps preserve the natural beauty of the area so we can continue to enjoy locations like this for years to come 🌿

A young woman with long red hair, wearing a light purple long-sleeve top and blue jeans, poses confidently outdoors near a beach with a tree in the background.
A young woman with long red hair, wearing a purple top and blue jeans, stands by a wooden post near a beach, with the ocean in the background.
A young woman with long red hair wearing a lavender long-sleeve top and blue jeans, smiling while standing outdoors against a green background.

🌸 I promised you flowers! 🌸

Wild phlox is one of my absolute favorite flowers to photograph for senior sessions. That bold purple color? STUNNING 😍

But here’s the thing… the window is short. These beauties typically bloom during the month of June.

So if you’re dreaming of flowers in your senior photos—now is the time to book!

Let’s make it happen ✨

A young woman with long red hair, wearing glasses, sits amidst lush greenery and purple flowers, smiling softly. She has a purple flower in her hair.

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