September 12, 2024

Greensboro Senior Photos That Tell a Story: How to Personalize Your Session

My passion is capturing photographs of heartfelt moments for families to savor forever as keepsake memories. Whenever I'm not helping your family, you can find me loving on my own. Camping trips, boba tea, and card games are our favorite ways to connect!  

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As a Greensboro senior photographer, one of my favorite things about working with high school seniors is helping them tell their story through their portraits. Senior year is such a defining time—a bridge between who they’ve been and who they’re becoming. And senior photos? They should reflect that.

This post features Quentin’s senior session — a standout because of how he brought so much of his personality to every part of it. Scroll to the bottom to see more photos from his session!

Senior guy playing upright bass in an urban alley, wearing a suit and bow tie during his personalized photo session

Bring What You Love

Whether it’s an instrument, a sports jersey, or even your favorite books, incorporating the things you love makes your senior photos more meaningful. I always encourage seniors here in Greensboro to think about what they want to remember about this season.

  • Do you want to showcase your talent or hobby?
  • Are you into street style or soft sunsets?
  • Want to include your mom, your dog, or your car?

Let’s make it happen.

In Quentin’s session, we mixed it up with urban textures—a fire escape, peeling paint, graffiti/mural in an alley, and a distressed green door—paired with golden-hour shots in a peaceful field. He even brought his mom in for a few photos at the end (and trust me, those always end up being favorites).

Senior guy standing against a rustic brick wall with graffiti, wearing a teal shirt and brown pants during an urban senior photo session

Variety + Personality = A Perfect Session

Every session I plan here in Greensboro is personalized to the senior. That means:

  • Location variety: urban + nature
  • Outfit variety: formal + casual
  • Real moments: not just poses, but personality

I want seniors (and their parents) to look at their gallery and think, “This is so them.”

If you’re planning a senior session and want it to feel personal, thoughtful, and fun—let’s chat about it! As your Greensboro senior photographer, I’d love to help you create a set of images that truly tells your story.

👉 Reach out to me now to discuss how we can personalize a session for your senior.

More favorites from Quentin’s session below — keep scrolling!

Or if you want to see other senior sessions on the blog, click here.

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My passion is capturing photographs of heartfelt moments for families to savor forever as keepsake memories. Whenever I'm not helping your family, you can find me loving on my own. Camping trips, boba tea, and card games are our favorite ways to connect!  

I'm Kelly

Hey!

Greensboro Family & Lifestyle Photogapher

Categories