What to Think About When Choosing a Location for Your Senior Portraits in Seattle
June 10, 2025—
- Senior Portraits
Because your story deserves to be told—authentically.
Senior year is a whirlwind of emotions—exciting, overwhelming, bittersweet. Between college applications, final exams, and the countdown to graduation, it’s easy to lose sight of the little moments that define this chapter. That’s where I come in.
I’m your laid-back, storytelling-obsessed Seattle senior photographer—here to help you pause, reflect, and celebrate everything that makes you unapologetically unique.
At Sound Roots Photography, senior portraits are more than just pictures—they’re a collaborative experience rooted in storytelling. I serve high school seniors throughout West Seattle, the South Sound, and beyond, creating lifestyle portrait sessions that feel honest, relaxed, and personal. No awkward posing. No over-editing. Just a whole lot of you being you.
We’ll kick things off with a pre-session questionnaire where we dive into your interests, dreams, and style. Whether you want a session in your favorite coffee shop, at your high school stadium, by the water, or in the comfort of your home, I’ll help you choose locations and outfits that reflect your real life—not someone else’s idea of a trend.
From the class of 2025 dreamers to the late-night essay writers, the athletes, the artists, and the ones still figuring it all out—your senior session is a time capsule of this moment before everything changes.
Let’s document your real life with intention, emotion, and just the right amount of edge.
Serving senior clients in West Seattle, Burien, Normandy Park, Tacoma, and the greater South Sound area.
Let’s make magic together.
Entire gallery of digital images (80+ images)
40 digital images to choose from a gallery of
60+ images
20 digital images to choose from a gallery of
60+ images
ALL PACKAGES INCLUDE:
I’ve got you. I create a relaxed environment that feels more like hanging out than a photo shoot.
I’ll walk you through every step so it doesn’t feel like one more thing on your to-do list.
Done. Your session will be as unique as your high school journey.
Choose your date and time—need ideas or a pep talk? Just reach out through the contact form. A 50% deposit confirms your spot!
You'll get a quick questionnaire, session prep guide, and style tips straight to your inbox. Everything you need to feel ready.
Time to relax and enjoy! I’ll guide you every step of the way while you soak up time with your people in front of the camera.
Your proof gallery lands in 2–3 weeks—grab a coffee or a glass of wine and soak it all in. Choose your favorites, finalize your order, and I’ll send over your final edited images. Print orders take 2–4 weeks to arrive.
 
 
Summer before you start your senior year is optimal, yet if you are caught up with other life stuff, no worries...better late than never, right? Most seniors want to do a summer or fall session so that their photo gets in the yearbook. If you are running later than that and still want photos, winter or spring of your senior year is just fine! Just allow 3 weeks for editing before you need your images!
Absolutely! Whether your pet joins for a few key photos at the beginning or the end, or you would like them to be present during the whole session is really up to you. Pets are family!
If you have a pet and don't feel like bringing them for photos, that's ok too!
Senior sessions will last between 60 to 90 minutes give or take. Depending on the location of your choice, outdoor sessions are often scheduled for the hour before sunset.
Following your session and once full payment has been received, images will be presented to you in a password protected, online proof gallery a few days afterward. Once you make your final selections and paid for any additional images, final edits will be returned within 2-3 weeks. A zip drive for download will then be sent. Feel free to share your images at this point!
Depending on which investment option you choose, you will receive between 20 images (see Sounds So Sweet) to a full gallery of over 80 images (see Get Out of the Grey) presented in an online gallery for you to download. Additional images and package upgrades are also available for purchase
Dress comfortably!! Choose clothing that makes you feel good and is flattering. Dress for the weather and location. Accessorize! Hats and sunglasses are a fabulous addition to photos (afterall, your future is bright!). And don’t forget that your footwear will be in the photos too.
A retainer of 50% is required to secure your date. Remainder is due on the day of the session.
I love sharing the images I create. Sharing helps my small business a TON. And if for any reason, you would rather opt out, please let me know and your wish is my command!
Yes! I travel to any Seattle and Burien neighborhood. I am more than happy to travel further within King County, for a $50 travel fee.
I am all about balancing my family life with client work. I therefore, do sessions every other weekend plus a few weekdays. In home sessions occur between the hours of 10am and 2pm for optimal light.
If a parent tags along, I will definitely take an image with them too! For more people than that, please book a family or friends session.
My return clients receive a $50 discount for a future session. If my sessions aren't within your current budget, please keep an eye out for one of my mini sessions.
Senior year is the launchpad to your next big adventure, but right now? It’s about celebrating who you are in this exact moment. Let’s create photos that feel like you—full of energy, heart, and a hint of wild possibility. The kind you’ll look back on and say, “Yep, that was me. And it was just the beginning.”
-Unkown