How’s it Work?
We know how stressful your senior year can be. That’s why we give you everything you need right from the moment you reach out, starting with easy booking, FAQs, pre-session prep, what not to forget for the shoot, and more!
How’s it Work?
We know how stressful your senior year can be. That’s why we give you everything you need right from the moment you reach out, starting with easy booking, FAQs, pre-session prep, what not to forget for the shoot, and more!
SENIOR PORTRAITS PROCESS
Fill out our contact form and we’ll send you a Senior Session Guide that has all the info about booking, what to expect, FAQs, pricing, and more. Once you’re booked, we’ll send you our What to Wear Guide, other tips for makeup and grooming, plus access to our client headquarters so you’ll have all the info on your phone. We’ll also schedule a fashion consult over Zoom to help finalize your best outfits.
We want to make sure that on the BIG DAY, you show up ready so that you can have a stress-free portrait experience. We will be sending you tips along the way and a final list of things you don’t want to forget to pack.
This is the day you and your family get to view your senior pictures! We want to make sure you’re getting more than just a download link. We will present your pictures on a slideshow and help you go through and choose all the ones you love. Then we will help you select custom products that best suit you and your family.
What Makes Us Different?
CLEAN, BRIGHT, NATURAL IMAGES
MC keeps your images as natural as possible with a client and bright editing process to show off the true colors so that your pictures will remain timeless.
PERSONALITY FILLED PICTURES
We believe that Senior Pictures should capture your unique personality and leave you feeling confident! This is exactly why we take the time to know you before your senior portrait day so that you have pictures to show off THE REAL YOU!
SENIOR PORTRAIT SESSION PREP
We know that being fully prepared for your session helps take the stress away! That is why every client gets tons of session prep materials to help them get ready for their big day. We cover everything from skin prep, what to wear, hair, makeup, nails, grooming for the guys, and so much more! We even have a senior guy and senior girl clients website that covers everything. This way you show up on your senior portrait day stress free ready to g!
We recommend booking your senior photoshoot at least 2-3 months in advance to secure your preferred date, especially during the busy fall and spring seasons. Early booking ensures you have time to plan for outfits, locations, and any additional services you may want, such as hair and makeup. Plus, it guarantees you won't miss yearbook deadlines if required!
We suggest bringing 5-7 outfits to give variety to your photos. You can mix casual, formal, and trendy looks to showcase your unique style. Don't forget to consider layering options like jackets, scarves, and accessories to add extra flair to your photos. If you need help choosing, we can offer styling guidance!
Absolutely! You can select a location that resonates with your personality—whether it’s an urban setting, a natural park, or a meaningful spot like your school or favorite hangout. If you're unsure, we have a list of recommended locations based on the look you want. We're happy to scout locations with you to find the perfect backdrop!
Besides your outfits, consider bringing props or meaningful items that represent your hobbies or interests. Popular props include sports gear, musical instruments, books, or even your pet! Don’t forget essentials like touch-up makeup, hair products, and water to stay refreshed during the session. And don't forget your bestie so we can grab a couple pics of the two of you!
Your senior photoshoot typically lasts around 1-3 hours, depending on the session you choose, number of outfit changes and locations. We’ll ensure that you have enough time to relax, have fun, and get a variety of beautiful shots. For multi-location shoots, we may need a bit longer to transition between places.
Your edited photos will be ready for viewing within 1-2 weeks of your session. We take the time to perfect each image and ensure they meet our high standards. Once they're ready, you’ll receive access to your online gallery where you can view, download, and share your favorite images!
The number of images depends on your package, but you can generally expect to receive between 40-65 edited photos from your senior session. We focus on delivering high-quality images that capture your best angles and reflect your unique personality.
Yes, we understand that senior photography is an investment, and we want to make it as manageable as possible. We offer flexible payment plans to spread out the cost of your session and any custom products you choose, such as albums or wall art. We’ll work with you to find a payment option that fits your budget.
Of course! Having a friend or family member there can make you feel more comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We do recommend keeping the group small so there aren’t too many distractions. If you want to include a friend in your photos, that’s possible too—just let us know ahead of time.
Life happens, and we understand! If you need to reschedule your session, just reach out to us as soon as possible. We’ll do our best to accommodate a new date that works for you. However, please note that rescheduling may be limited during peak seasons, so early communication is key.
WOW is all I can say about my son's senior pictures! Michelle was amazing with him and made him feel so comfortable and even got him to laugh! I love flipping through his photo album and looking at all the photos. She really captured who he is and I will be forever grateful for these memories.
I took my senior pictures with Michelle in Santa Cruz! The entire experience was amazing. She made me feel comfortable in front of the camera, and it was an extremely fun time and fun day! She showed me previews on the back of the camera, and I am super excited! She risked getting wet in the ocean to get the best shots, and always goes above and beyond. Michelle truly does the best job and knows what she is doing! I recommend MC Senior Photo for all seniors. It is truly the best experience.
MC senior photo is the best option for your senior pictures!! Michelle made me feel so pretty and confident throughout the whole shoot, and that’s exactly what you want for senior pictures. She also kept me laughing. I definitely left more confident then when i came in. Michelle knows exactly how to pose you which is the best! I had the best time with Michelle and would recommend her to anybody!!❤
Absolutely love Michelle! She’s very outgoing and makes you feel very comfortable in front of a camera. She worked with me and my mom closely in helping with outfits and finding the perfect location. She makes sure you are very prepared and gives you so much info to help you plan. 10/10 would recommend. Her photos also turn out gorgeous!
Michelle was very friendly and helpful! she suggests great poses/ locations and takes beautiful pictures. she also comes prepared with some accessories for your theme as well. leading up to the photoshoot, she communicated with us constantly and always was very clear while communicating. she recommends what she thinks would look best clothes and location wise too. during the session she would show me some pictures which helped with my confidence because i could see what i looked like and what to expect later on after the session. she gave a lot of freedom during the session on how long i wanted to be in one outfit or where in the location i wanted to go and things like that. overall i had a good experience and would recommend to anyone who needs a photoshoot !
Just wrapped up my daughter's senior portrait session with Michelle at MC Senior Photo. While I thought the school-chosen senior portrait studio produced lovely photos, I wanted photos that captured her personality and vibe beyond the black drape. Michelle's work was AMAZING - authentic, beautiful, organized, and lots of tips/tricks to help us plan and avoid last minute mother-daughter "discussions". I was happy how well Michelle connected with my daughter and seeing some of the photos on the camera gave me all the feels about this final year of my child's high school journey. Thank you Michelle!
Our son had a great experience with Michelle for his senior portraits. She worked with us ahead of time to go over what would work well. The locations were fantastic and within a reasonable drive we were able to get great backgrounds to bring out his personality. I can actually say that my son had fun taking photos!
My experience with MC was absolutely amazing!!! Michelle was so helpful and led us through the entire process, helping me prepare to look and feel my best for my senior photos! I don't have the most experience being in front of the camera but Michelle made me feel like a natural, helping with posing and making it so fun! I felt so confident and cannot express how happy I am with the results💗 Michelle goes above and beyond with everything and I couldn't imagine a more perfect senior photos experience!!!
Michelle is an amazing photographer who will always put her full effort into making your experience the best possible. She is great with helping you feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera, which in return gives you beautiful pictures! I would 100% recommend using MC Senior when taking your senior pictures!
I had the best experience getting my senior portraits done by Michelle. You tell her your vision, and she’ll make it happen! I was so happy with my pictures. I recommend that anyone looking to get professional photos done go to Michelle!!💜
MC Senior Photo is an amazing business. Michelle is one of the best photographers and I had the absolute best time with her while having my senior photo shoot. She made me feel like myself and at ease which made the experience so much fun. My family and I love all the photos she had taken for me. Michelle is very easy to communicate to and prepared. She is definitely the person I recommend to go to get your senior photos done!
I love MC Photography so so much! The MC Senior session experience is so special. Michelle makes you feel so extremely comfortable in front of the camera, and you leave feeling so confident. Michelle makes sure that you are fully prepared for your senior portraits and gives you tons of tips and advice that you would’ve never thought of prior. One of my favorite things was that she was always willing to try a new shot that you may have envisioned or even seen on a Tiktok and that she hypes you up throughout the shoot. When she gives you a sneak peek of how the pictures are looking it gives you a huge boost of confidence which shows through in your pictures.
“Your senior year should be a special time for you, and MC Senior Photo ensures just that. Michelle and Carina make the experience super custom and comfortable in order to snap you at your absolute best. Not only do the pictures turn out AMAZING, but I felt beautiful, I felt treasured, and I felt confident!”
All sessions include your senior photoshoot lasting 1-4 hours depending on the session selected. Photographers time, travel, and talent, MC’s exclusive session prep materials, image premiere and ordering session.
SESSION RETAINER FEE begin at $350
Print products and digital images are separate from the session retainer, and we offer a variety of archive-quality print products and digital collections.
COLLECTIONS BEGIN AT $850 Please contact Michelle for full pricing and session options.
Your Senior Picture Day
Senior Pictures should be one of the highlights of your senior year, and it is our job to make sure it is!
The process should be easy and stress-free, and we are here to help you every step of the way! We want you to be able to look back at the pictures from this day and remember how confident and amazing you felt!