You may be surprised to learn that you should schedule your senior photo session WHILE you are still a junior…. that’s right… BEFORE you finish your junior year. Here are several points to consider when scheduling a senior session.

Top Reasons to Schedule Your Senior Photos While You Are Still a Junior

1. Limited availability – Specialized photographers accept a limited number of sessions per month. Most photographers book several months in advance. You won’t want to wait until summer because you might not be able to get an appointment on the photographer’s calendar. Advance scheduling means there will be a spot reserved just for you!
2. Unpredictable – We totally get summer sports & summer jobs. We know you have a limited time to practice, make money & hang with friends. We also know there are extra practices added sometimes, call-ins at work & family vacations. The earlier you schedule your senior session, the more likely there will be an opportunity to reschedule if something comes up.
3. Planning – Emily Karr Photography specializes in custom artwork featuring you. Sometimes sessions take more time than others to plan the perfect location. We want your session to be the best experience ever & encourage you to schedule your senior session as early as possible. Planning in advance also gives you time to get your hair cut & styled, a manicure & plan the perfect outfits. Speaking of outfits… sports jerseys… if you play sports, be sure to ask your coach for access to your jersey. Some seniors have been frustrated by the inability to obtain a jersey during the summer months.
4. The Weather – this may seem like a lame reason, but we live in Western New York… rain & wind tend be reasons to reschedule your session. We encourage you to schedule early, again, so there are opportunities to reschedule. Weather is also a factor for those who would like winter sports images such as skiing, snowboarding & snowmobiling. We can offer you a winter session, but once the snow has melted, the opportunity has passed.
5. Yearbook Deadlines – Yearbook deadlines approach rapidly once you’re back in school. All of our images are hand retouched to ensure you look your very best. We do require enough leeway to get images retouched & into the yearbook advisor.
6. Pricing – Many photographers offer discounted pricing if you book your session early. Emily Karr Photography offers BOGO Senior Sessions. Book your session & bring a friend for free. (Feel free to charge your friend for 50% of your session fee.) Many photographers also offer booking specials & bonus products for booking early.

What’s Next?

Are you ready to get the ball rolling & book your senior session? Click the HERE to learn more & book your session.

Holiday Mini Sessions are HERE!

Thanksgiving is my favorite time of year.  The whole family gets together.  First we accomplish all of the food prep.  Then we play games, watch movies & relax while the amazing smells fill the house.  Each year following dinner, we look at the old framed portraits of our ancestors on my mom’s living room wall.  The kids affectionately refer to them as “the scary people” because no one ever smiled.  Cameras were not as advanced as they are today & it took minutes to capture one image.  As a result, people had to stay in the same pose, with the same expression, for minutes at a time.  Can you imagine?  Each year, we also take new photos.  It’s important to remember the new babies, toothless smiles, soon-to-be-leaving-the-nest teenagers and our elders.  The older I get, the more I realize how short life is & how tomorrow isn’t really promised to anyone. Memories return because of photos & I encourage you to make photos part of your holiday family traditions each year.  Cherish your images while you’re here & leave something behind so future generations can get to know you.  It’s really pretty incredible to look back through old photos and see how far we’ve come.

This year, we’re pleased to offer 2 different holiday mini session options.  Read on to discover all of the reasons why you need to book your holiday mini session with Emily Karr Photography.

OPTION 1:  Oh What Fun! Holiday Mini Sessions

Geared towards children & the magic of the season, we have several stops built within our Christmas set.  Our first stop is a bed with holiday stories. Bring your favorite holiday book or use one of ours.  Kids can wear holiday sweaters, dress clothes or pajamas in this set.  Our second stop is a Christmas tree w/ presents.  Holiday attire is great here!  Finally, they’ll stop at our outdoor scene complete with snowy trees, sled & park bench.  We recommend either holiday sweaters, dress clothing or outdoor winter attire with this set.  All three looks are included in your session. You can change clothing if you wish, but it is not a requirement.

When:  November 12 – November 20, 2018  (appointment required)

Session Fee:  $50 – weekend session, $25 – weekday session.  Portrait packages range from $95-$395 with many unique add ons, or you can purchase a la carte.

Remember the magic of Christmas.  Get your holiday cards out of the way & get a great gift for grandparents while you’re at it!

OPTION 2:  Home for the Holidays Mini Sessions

Home for the Holidays Mini Sessions are perfect for everyone! They are designed to be quick & painless & are a gift that everyone will love.  Sessions are captured on a timeless grey toned backdrop which will match any decor.

Session Ideas:  Traditional Family Portraits (parents & kids), Generational Family Portraits (great-grandmother, grandmother, mom, children), Siblings, Engaged couples, Expectant parents

When:  November 23-December 4, 2018 (appointment required)

Session Fee:  $50 November 23rd & weekends, $25 weekdays. Portrait packages range from $95-$395 with many unique add ons, or you can purchase a la carte.

What To Expect

Expect great images at a great price!  Our mini sessions are an affordable way to get quality images at a fraction of the cost.  Take advantage of these great offers while they last!  Sessions last approximately 30 minutes and are held in our Western New York Studio located at 84 East Main Street, Springville, NY 14141.  Images will be back in time for Christmas gift giving as long as you return to place your order before December 10, 2018 (appointments will be scheduled before you leave your portrait session).  All orders must be picked up by 12/22/18 as our studio will be closed from 12/23/18-01/02/19.  Happy Holidays!  We can’t wait to meet you guys!