Seniors don’t need to “know what to do” in front of the camera

Why parents love this

I coach them through the entire session so they feel confident and at ease — which means natural expressions, genuine smiles, and images that truly reflect this milestone.

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Pre-session planning (location, outfits, styling)

Coaching and posing throughout the session

Image selection support

Guidance on albums, wall art, and keepsakes

The Experience

What's included

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Investment Starts at $750

Your last year of High School! Let’s document this chapter of your life by capturing your personality and style. 

These session are on location of your choice. Most popular ideas are strolling the streets of Georgetown or Old Town, a favorite park or even at your home or high school. The sessions last 1-2 hours depending on location.

High School Senior Sessions

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I help families turn their portraits into albums and artwork designed to be seen, shared, and treasured for years to come.

Most clients appreciate guidance on what works best in their home — and I’m here to make those decisions simple and stress-free.

Prints & Heirlooms

Your images deserve more than a hard drive.

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Each selected image is carefully hand-edited and delivered ready for download. Printed products are professionally produced and shipped directly to you.

Final Products

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We’ll review your images together and you will be able to choose from curated collections of prints, wall art, or a custom album designed to showcase your images beautifully.

Review images & select artwork

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No need to worry about being shy in front of the camera. I provide relaxed direction and posing throughout the session — by the end, you’ll feel confident, comfortable, and completely yourself.

The Photoshoot

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We’ll start with a call or Zoom consultation to design your session. Together, we’ll plan locations, outfits, accessories, and any meaningful details that reflect your personality.

Customize Your Session

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Select a date on my online calendar or submit the inquiry form to begin planning your senior session.

Inquire & Schedule

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We will start with a call or zoom to create a plan for your session. This will include location, outfits, accessories or props

CUSTOMIZE YOUR SESSION

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Don't worry about being shy in front of my camera. I will coach and pose you and by the end of our session you will feel so confident.

THE PHOTOSHOOT

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We will either review your images together or I will provide an online gallery for you to select your images

REVIEW YOUR IMAGES

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I will hand edit and have them ready for download and will have any printed products delivered to you

final products

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Julie's Approach

the step-by-step PROCESS

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She had studio all set up perfectly for the shoot, so we did not have to waste time cycling though backgrounds or rearranging the lighting. Her posing directions were easy to follow and she is a delight to work with. Highly recommend!

"Julie is a true professional and was able to get me a perfect headshot quickly."

Greg g.

I did a branding shoot and it was above and beyond my expectations. Tons of different shots that I can use throughout my website and social media (I didn’t think I needed so many but I’ve actually used them all- they’re so great). She has a professional, approachable, unassuming manner that puts you at ease. It was actually fun! :)

"Julie was fantastic from start to finish. She has great info beforehand to prepare and set expectations."

Heather M.

Cannot recommend Julie enough for all things photography! She did my basketball teams media day pictures and the players are still raving about how much fun they had. 

"She truly made them all feel special and the pictures turned out amazing!!"

Sam L.

ulie is an incredible photographer. She understands the lighting and what works and her work is absolutely beautiful. Julie is extremely gifted.

"She makes the people being photographed feel so relaxed and comfortable!"

Evangeline E.

Thank you Julie for the beautiful pictures we will have forever!

"Julie is an excellent photographer. She is calm, patient and fun! I would recommend her to anyone!"

Maria K.

We will treasure these High School Senior photos for years to come.

"Julie was fantastic to work with. She put Spencer at ease and captured his personality so well. "

Caryn B.

The pictures came out BEAUTIFULLY. It was clear Julie had very effectively coached her to bring out a variety of "looks".

"Julie made her feel completely comfortable, which is not always easy for a teen, especially for her first experience being professionally photographed."

Darin W.

During the session, Julie was generous with her time, listened to my preferences, and made micro-adjustments to get me exceptional results. I couldn't recommend her more highly.

"Julie is incredible. She was communicative leading up to my appointment and gave me good tips on preparing to ensure the best possible photos."

John K.

Her suggestions for photoshoot location, wardrobe choices and color palette were all excellent and resulted in beautiful senior portraits for my daughter.

"Julie is an incredible photographer and extremely helpful throughout the entire process."

Jennie B.

Already used the photos for my LinkedIn and for onboarding to my new job.

"Julie might have overdone it! The photos look way better than I do!"

Cuong D.

The process was a breeze and our daughter most importantly was so impressed and at ease with Julie! I would highly recommend her for any of your family’s photography needs.

"Julie is our family’s favorite photographer! Our daughter’s senior pictures came out stunning!"

Lindsey O.

Highly recommend for anyone in NOVA area looking for headshots or other profession photo services.

"Julie is wonderful to work with. She has a great studio setup and took fantastic headshots."

Steven S.

Loved working with her.

"Julie makes you feel comfortable and gets the best photos!"

Cynthia S.

Warm, professional and phenomenal finished results.

"Julie is hands-down the best headshot photographer I've ever worked with."

Anne K.

Great ideas on background and wonderful photography. Thank you Julie.

"Excellent experience with my daughter’s senior portrait."

Mike B.

Nathan O.

Julie provided flexibility in scheduling to ensure our entire team could be available for headshots, created an easy and relaxing atmosphere for the photo shoot, and the quality of the pictures was impressive. 

"I would highly recommend any business or organization looking for high quality headshots for their team work with Julie."

Wendy P.

She puts me at ease during the photoshoot and the final products are outstanding.

"Julie creates an ideal photoshoot environment where she takes my vision and brings her artistry to the pictures."

Sarah W.

She is a true professional and makes the experience easy and fun. I give her my highest recommendation.

"Julie is the best! She has photographed my family and recently did headshots for my husband and me."

Absolutely. My BFF sessions are always fun.

Yes! Bring your favorite jeans and tee shirt and the dressy outfit.

We reschedule no problem to a new date that works for both of us.

No, I am not affiliated with any high school.

No, I do not offer Boudoir sessions at this time.

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