Senior session location ideas...A coffee shop is a fun, unexpected spot for senior pictures—and Smokey Row Coffee House is a great choice if you’re drawn to a funky, retro vibe. Smokey Row’s exposed brick, vintage seating, warm wood tones, and old-school coffee bar...
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Shanel’s Senior Session
Shanel’s senior session included portraits in studio and on location at Valley’s PAC stage, East Village, her golf course, the World Food Prize gardens, and sunflower fields at sunset.
Nathanael’s Senior Session
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...
Hoyt Sherman Place
Senior session location ideaSenior Pictures at Hoyt Sherman PlaceIf you're looking for a location in Des Moines that’s a little different from the usual parks and fields, Hoyt Sherman Place is where it’s at! This historic theater is packed with character—ornate...
Vivi’s Senior Session
I sit down with seniors and parent(s) before their senior photo shoot to plan ideas. Vivi had some great ones. From graffiti walls to Waterworks Park, we picked a variety of great locations. I also tell seniors to wear different colors and different styles of...
American Dream Machines
Senior session location idea: Classic and Muscle Car Showroom American Dream Machines in downtown Des Moines is full of amazing cars! Surrounded by iconic rides and sleek designs, this is a great backdrop for car enthusiasts or anyone looking for a bold, unique...
Iowa Capitol Senior Photos
Senior pictures at the Iowa State Capitol blend elegance and history—perfect for timeless portraits with stunning architecture and classic detail.






