{Seniors} Cheyanne and Austin

This session was an absolute no-brainer...I'd never say no to a brother-sister duo who happen to be friends with my daughter!

Meet Cheyanne and Austin!

Cheyanne has been good friends with my daughter since way back. And I mean WAAAYYY back- elementary school and beyond.

She's a beautiful young lady with a heart of gold. Her future includes pre-med college coursework, with a plan to become a Pediatrician. She has a passion for caring for kids who are developmentally diverse or differently abled. A girl after my own heart!

It's not hard to see her beauty on the outside...but she's also got a fun and playful spirit!

She also loves music, and dance!

And she's the beautiful young lady who introduced me to her brother, Austin!!

Austin was a 24-week premature baby when he was born, and has grown into an amazing young man!

A lover all things history....Austin had a few great stories to tell me from "back in time" and really wants to find out the history of some of the buildings we visited in downtown! He's incredibly inquisitive, thoroughtly thoughtful, and wonderfully wise!

Austin works through a school / work program and gets to visit many businesses and learn new job skills. He's the one "behind the scenes" stocking shelves, assembling products, and making sure your shopping experience at area businesses is top-notch!

Nothing slows this guy down! He loves to talk and easily makes friends with everyone he meets. And did I mention there is not a non-photogenic bone in his body?!? He gave me everything I asked for during the entire session- the walking, the stair climbing, the sitting down and getting up. And the great posing and smiles!

Nothing is better than finishing the night downtown, feeling that vibe and energy.

I had such a great time working with Cheyanne and Austin! I look forward to sharing your gallery with you and hope you love your pictures as much as I do!!

Keep smiling!

{Seniors} Leigh M.

Finishing this week up with a preview of one of my favorite senior sessions from this week. (BTW, I think I say that after every session....but it really is true! Every session is my favorite!)

Meet Leigh M.!!

I had the opportunity to take Leigh's sister's senior pictures last year, and her family's family photos as well, so I knew this session was going to be fun and beautiful.

I mean, look at this young lady! She's stunning, and a natural in front of the camera!

And if I needed anything else to add some excitement to the session....check out the furry friend she brought along! Meet Mila!

Now, don't be fooled....Mila is not a high school senior, although she could earn a diploma for cuteness and floof! Seniors often ask to bring their pets to their session, and my answer is always "The more, the merrier...just don't bring the whole farm...I'll come to the farm, instead!"

Leigh is from Central Catholic, and is preparing for college by taking some CCP classes, including political science. Leigh for President? Well...maybe someday- she'd have my vote! But for today, her senior picture campaign took an apolitical tour of my favorite locations in and around Canton. We had great light and beautiful (but hot!) weather.

Imagine my excitement when Leigh entertained my idea about doing some posing in the downtown fountains!

Yeah, I know!!! Everything about this photo just works!

Leigh asked for pictures in a wildflower field, and I searched for a little while for a good place to go. I think this was a great location that was easy to get to and we were able to get some beautiful golden hour light and field "sparkle"!

Don't you just love different editting styles and the ability to get some great urban pictures with color and contrast, right alongside the hazy, light and airy pictures of a wildflower field? It really adds to my enjoyment of the session itself, and the editting afterwards. I'm excited to share the rest of this session with Leigh and her family. I don't think they will be disappointed in her gallery. I know I'm not!!

I do still have opening for senior and family fall sessions. Check the BOOK NOW section of my page to schedule a full session, or watch my main page for details about FALL MINI-SESSIONS this October!!

{Seniors} Jacob D.

Time to showcase another senior for the Class of 2021! Today, I'm welcoming Jacob to the JNP family!

Jacob is a senior at Jackson High School and comes to JNP as a referral from another client.

We spent an evening at Monument Park and took full advantage of not only the natural scenery...

...but also the man-made scenery as well!

Jacob plays soccer for the Polar Bears, and is in the midst of an exciting season...alot of potential for this team that fell just short of a regional title and a trip to the state semi-finals last year.

Jacob was a typical high school "guy"....not sure why mom needs senior pictures, not sure what to wear, no sure how to pose. But we travelled around the park, found some really cool places and ideas, and by the end of the evening, he had on his favorite outfit, and was really getting creative! Check out this cool shot of his car and the reflection in the water (c'mon....what teenage guy doesn't LOVE his car?!?!)

We had a lovely evening weather-wise, with some great skies, great light, and most importantly- no rain!

You all know how I love downtown, and how I LOVE finding a new little treasure trove of a location each time I take a session into the city. This session was no different....check out the little dive bar with the great twinkle lights!

We finished the session off at one of my favorite locations- 4th street Canton with the amazing string lights, and always a beautiful sky. I don't believe I've ever been here and NOT had some kind of gorgeous sunset happening!! And the artsy angle of this shot adds some visual interest, don't ya' think?

While Jacob doesn't have his post-graduation plans nailed down just yet, he's well on his way to a successful senior year, and a very bright future!

Go confidently in whatever direction life takes you! Best of luck in all you do, Jacob!