Nathanael’s ideas were epic! I really enjoyed working with him — and his parents — to plan his senior pictures. They were open to my ideas and brought so many creative ones of their own. He selected a great variety of outfits, and we were able to explore so many amazing places. He comfortable in front of the camera and willing to try new ideas.

Showcasing Nathanael’s passion for music — with his three different instruments — was a big part of this shoot. I love props for any senior session! I have to admit, this was my first time photographing a flugelhorn, and I always enjoy learning about new instruments.

What an honor to be his senior photographer — we had so much fun!

Check out all of the fun locations…

Valley Stadium

Having the entire Valley High School Stadium to yourself is always fun! Nothing embodies high school memories more than photos on the field.

Nathanael's Senior Pictures - Valley stadium
Valley High School stadium senior picture
Marching band senior photo - Nathanael
Nathanael in Valley Stadium senior photo
Senior session: Nathanael in the stadium

Court Avenue Des Moines

Court Avenue is filled with so many great photo spots! Love the variety of photogenic restaurants and back alleys!!

Nathanael's Senior Pictures - Court Ave Des Moines
Nathanael's Senior Pictures - Court Ave Des Moines
Nathanael's Senior Pictures - Court Ave Des Moines
Nathanael in floral shirt senior photo
Nathanael's senior session: Downtown Des Moines
Nathanael with instrument senior photo
Downtown senior session: Nathanael with instrument
Nathanael with flugelhorn senior portrait
Nathanael in Downtown Des Moines senior session

Urban Des Moines

These older buildings provide the perfect contrast for Nathanael’s classic outfit, and the downtown Des Moines skyline with urban building is a great in the car photo.

Nathanael's Senior Session - Court Ave
Urban senior photo - Nathanael
Nathanael's Senior Session
Nathanael in Downtown Des Moines for senior session
Nathanael's senior portriat with his car

With Trumpet

This is one of my go-to spots. The lighting here is amazing. Nathanael looks great with his two different trumpets, and this spot is perfect to show off his letterman jacket.
Nathanael's Senior Session - with silver trumpet
Nathanael's Senior Session - with gold trumpet
Des Moines senior portrait with trumpet
Letterman jacket senior photo
Nathanael's senior photo in letterman jacket
Nathanael's Senior Session - court ave

Waterworks Park

There are so many great spots at Waterworks park. “Golden hour” photos with Nathanael on his bike was a fun bonus!

Nathanael's Senior Picture with bike
Nathanael at Waterworks park bridge
Nathanael in floral at Waterworks park
Senior session: Nathanael with trumpet in waterworks park
Des Moines Waterworks park senior photo: Nathanael
Nathanael with Flugelhorn - Des Moines senior photo
Nathanael on Waterworks park bridge senior photo

Valley Performing Arts Center (PAC)

The Staplin Performing Arts Center was the perfect place to showcase all three of Nathanael’s instruments. I really enjoy taking photos on stage. Adding my lights to stage lighting can be a challenge, but it is so fun to experiment with different options, and the results are stunning!
Nathanael with instruments
Nathanael in the Valley PAC
Nathanael on stage at the performing arts center
Senior session in the PAC  - Nathanael with trumpet
Nathanael holding theater curtain senior portrait
Senior session: Nathanael with trumpet on stage
Nathanael's senior session at the Valley PAC
Nathanael with trumpet senior photo
Valley's PAC senior photo: Nathanael

Nathanael’s senior session is one of a kind—yours should be too! Let’s craft a session that highlights your individuality. Contact me to book!