Western Maryland Senior Portraits | Emily

It was a beautiful sunny day for Emily’s session! She was incredibly sweet and an absolute natural in front of the camera!

This stunning senior is graduating from Fort Hill High School incredibly soon (where did the year fly?!) and will be attending Potomac State before transferring to West Virginia University. She wants to be a nurse and has wanted to be a nurse since she was five years old - talk about dedication!

We began her session with a few softball photos! She wanted to document all of the years she had played - thirteen!

Emily has been into athletics most of her life, and in fact she once pitched a no hitter! That sounds amazing, Emily!

During the second portion of her senior session, a group of 5 or 6 deer ran behind her and scared us all! It was certainly a memorable moment as we laughed and laughed afterwards.

Covid caused Emily to miss out on so much, especially when it came to her friends her sports. She didn’t mind virtual learning but she would have preferred face to face interactions with her teachers. On the plus side, she completed three college classes during the first semester! Way to go, Emily!

During her fun water portion, we saw a turtle! I was a little concerned it might be a snapping turtle but Emily and I kept our eyes peeled for the duration of her session!

“Always strive to do your best! Life may not always be easy but you have a great support system to back you up.”

— Troy & Trista Crawford

I had a blast getting to know this soon to be graduating senior! She is obviously caring and we were both laughing the majority of her session!

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Cumberland, Maryland Senior Photography | Katie

I had the pleasure of meeting Katie after I met and photographed her older brother for his senior photos. She was a delight to work with, absolutely kind and also beautiful! It was also a gorgeous day.

We visited the sunflower patch for a few amazing images. Used wildflowers to make a bouquet.

As I do with most of my sessions, I incorporated lots of movement...walking toward me, twirling around, etc. I love what I do and I will make your senior portraits special with different posing and prompts!

Covid really put a damper on Katie’s senior year at Allegany High. She was supposed to play soccer but that wasn’t doable with pandemic. Her daily life used to consist of school, practices, and games; now it’s Netflix and social media.

When she graduates, she’s looking forward to playing soccer in college, a sport she’s played for 12 years (and softball for 10, and basketball for 8! She’s a sporty young woman, that’s for sure!)

How cool are her sports attire?! That letterman jacket is to die for!

“Dream big! Hard work pays off!”

— Julie Wilhelm

Congrats, Katie, Class of 2021!

Cumberland, MD Senior Portraits | Emily S.

What a wonder, Emily was! I had an absolute blast with this 2021 senior! After she graduates in May from Allegany High, she plans on attending college to study theatre and musical theatre and vocal performance; eventually she wants to transfer to a performing arts school!

Look at this sweet young woman! It’s a good thing I had my long lens cause she aimed for me when I joked with her to try to splash me! ! But that’s okay, it made for a great shot.

She loves to sing, dance, act, play guitar, and piano! She’s a very well rounded girl who plays parts in musicals and also sings in choir. I love how versatile she is!

Four our second location, I took Emily to my outdoor studio location where I have an old porch swing and a smaller tree swing for use! Here is where we squeezed in a couple best friend shots as well with her bestie, Karlee!

Our third location was a wide open field! The property owner came out during our session and gave us a couple large sunflowers to use in this session! I am so glad she did! The sunflower added a nice bit of color. Emily is a huge music fan and oh so talented! She brought along her guitar. She also sings! What an amazing voice. Her mom found an old time microphone to use in the field for a few singing photos!

Although it’s been hard with the loss of her senior musical, Emily has enjoyed distance learning and feels that the teachers have a better understanding and lenience given everything going on.

“Believe in yourself; be resilient, even when things don’t go as you’ve planned.”

— Daphne Synder

I had the pleasure of photographing Emily a couple more times. We did an amazing fall shoot at Casselman Bridge in Garrett County and a winter shoot in Allegany County. Both sessions were just fabulous! Be sure to check them out!

Emily now helps me out from time to time as my assistant on other senior sessions! She also captures behind the scenes video too!

Senior Portrait Session near Cumberland, MD | Juliette

It was a beautiful summer day for Juliette’s session (helloooooo golden hour!). Not only was it a beautiful summer day, but I had a beautiful gorgeous senior with a perfect smile! Not to mention her clothing choices were spot on.

Juliette attends Fort Hill High School and will be graduating in May. She plans on attending West Virginia University to become a labor and delivery nurse. How special is that?!

Our session began in a grassy field with Queen Anne’s Lace around her. Her yellow dress with the lace jacket was perfect for this setting. We found a few yellow flowers and created a wildflower bouquet for her!

I love how open and free Juliette was during our session. She really was within her element and didn’t seem to have any shyness in front of the camera!

Of course we headed to the creek where her burgundy dress was perfect among the flowers and water!

“Follow your dreams, work hard, and never give up on your goals in life.”

— Laurie Wilson

Congratulations, Juliette, Class of 2021!

Western Maryland Senior Portraits | Mark

I just have to start out with that this was an amazing session! It took place on the Mark’s family’s property! This Fort Hill High School student is graduating in May of this year and I know he can’t wait. He plans to attend Frostburg to pursue the graphic arts.

As you can tell, Mark is quite the sports player and loves to play soccer! He also plays the violin and loves to swim.

As we wandered the property, Mark’s mom, Devina, told me stories about childhood events that happened there.

The hike to get to these massive boulders was like an obstacle course. Devina kept encouraging me and telling me it wasn’t too far but it felt like she was just trying to keep me motivated. She didn’t have to try though, as soon as I saw where were headed, I was in love all over again! I’m always up for a little adventure!

Although Mark was initially quiet, he was the absolute sweetest and was ready to try any pose I suggested. Thanks for being a willing participant, Mark!

“Put God first and everything else will fall into place.”

— Devina Greise

I’m obsessed with this tree!

Congratulations, Mark and best of luck in your future endeavors!

Downtown Cumberland, MD Senior Portrait Session | Chloe

Chloe is a 2021 Senior graduating from Fort Hill High school in May. She’ll be attending college to study business in the fall.

Chloe’s session began in Downtown, Cumberland. We ventured through the streets and found several great locations for photos.

I’m a sucker for reflections! I just love the way Chloe looks with this pose!

We also found an amazing alley for several cool shots before moving on with a SHOPPING CART!

Yeah you read (and see that) right! A SHOPPING CART! We had a ball with this unplanned prop. She got in it for several of her portraits and then I had her push it down the alley and jump on the back of it!

After our Downtown blast of fun, we went to the second location for some creek photos! It was quite cool outside but that didn’t stop this awesome 2021 senior from getting in the water! I absolutely LOVE these shots.

“Dream big & never give up.”

— Stacey Smith

Senior Portraits near Cumberland, MD | Erin

Helpful, compassionate, and sincere. Three words used to describe this lovely 2021 senior attending Mountain Ridge. In my brief experience and time capturing such a momentous occasion in her life, I would definitely have to agree with those three words!

Our session began along Evitts Creek. Erin wanted some water shots without actually submerging herself in the water.

I love when clients want to get a little daring! Though she didn’t go into the water herself, I was able to strategically pose her on a rock above water level to give her the senior experience she wanted!

Erin plans on attending ACM for her general classes but wants to transfer out of state in the future. Her primary focus of study will be environmental science! It seems fitting with such a compassionate heart!

After cooling off in the water on the hot summer day, we made our way to a field where I brought my Egg Chair to get some unique shots! I mean, you saw them right?! How whimsical is that look!

“Keep an open mind when new opportunities arise. ”

— Julie Derham

Julie adores her daughter Erin and her favorite memories of her child are when they cook and bake new recipes in the kitchen! A little mother daughter bonding experience, isn’t that so cute?!

In the cold months (fall + winter), adding layers to your outfits always looks STUNNING in portraits! A sweater with a flannel underneath paired with a vest + statement necklace or scarf adds so much dimension to your images and makes for super fun posing options! Even in the warmer months (spring + summer) you can add these layers

Erin was so much fun and was so willing to try different poses.  I love how her photos turned out!  

Congratulations, Erin, Class of 2021!

Cumberland Maryland Senior Portraits | Nathan

Nathan is a senior at Frankfort High School. During out session, he seemed at ease with the company of the outdoors and I lucked out and got a smile or two in his portraits! (Trust me parents, I’ll make your kids smile and laugh!)

After high school, Nathan has no plans to immediately go to college but he will be joining the Marines! I think that is incredibly admirable and I wish him all the best in his future endeavors!

When Nathan was 5 years old, his dream was to be an FBI Agent when he grew up. He could still be an FBI Agent if he wanted too; I have no doubt that he is more than capable of succeeding in whatever he decides to do after the Marines!

Nathan also played football for six years!

Trying to get this Frankfort High senior to open up was a bit of a challenge, but I found out that he loves to hunt, fish, and work outside in the yard - which explains why his favorite part of his senior session was the different views of nature!

“Don’t be in a hurry to grow up and don’t rush your life. Enjoy your youth, friends, and family.”

— Jennifer Ward

Although no parent can choose just one favorite memory of their child, Jennifer said that when Nathan was about 18 months old, he would be standing in the kitchen on a chair washing dishes next to her. He always had to be close to her! I think that is absolutely adorable and their bond is amazing.

One of the things I love most about my senior sessions is getting even the quiet shy types to open up to me. This is my passion and being able to connect with my clients is important to me!

I also LOVE to be able to travel all over Western Maryland to find locations that not only speak to me but mesh perfectly with my seniors. If you’re looking for a senior portrait session that screams YOU, let’s talk! I’ll find the perfect place!

Cumberland, Maryland Senior Portraits | Chloe

Chloe’s session was absolutely perfect! She is so stunning and we had an amazing day with beautiful light and scenery! This sweet, kind, and gorgeous senior is excited to be graduating in May 2021.

We started our session in Goldenrod Field. I usually coordinate with my clients about what to wear but Chloe did such an amazing job picking her outfits!

On her way to Frostburg State University to study veterinary medicine, this 2021 senior will be graduating from Mountain Ridge High School in May!

Just LOOK at that backlight among those golden fields! Absolutely breathtaking!

While I got to know Chloe, I also got to know her mother and during that time I learned that her favorite memory of Chloe is her first trip to the beach and how much she loved the ocean and playing in the sand. She may have been little but she never wanted to leave the beach and took her naps lounging under the beach umbrella! I love that!

As if you couldn’t tell from our session so far, Chloe is an outdoorsy girl always ready for an adventure! And not only that, she loves to do makeup and hair or go shopping; but most of all Chloe loves hanging out with her friends and family! Isn’t she just the cutest?

Despite the excitement of graduating, it has been a hard year not having interactions with her friends. Not only that but Chloe couldn’t attend school functions and missed having face to face experiences with her teachers. When things return to normal, she’s very much looking forward to spending time her friends and being able to participate in an actual classroom. I can honestly say, we all can’t wait to get back to normal, Chloe!

Our second location took place in Evitts Creek and let me tell you what, I was so excited when she said she’d be willing to get in the water! I love when clients trust my direction and my eye for creativity!

“Always be true to yourself and never give up on all that you hope to achieve and desire in your lifetime.”

— Lisa Robison

We had such a great time during Chloe’s session. She was able to express herself and the perfect day with the perfect scenery just added to the beauty of this momentous occasion.

It is important to me as a senior portrait photographer to get to know my clients and help them relax during their session with me. I’m glad I was able to make Chloe feel at ease during her time with me and I can’t wait to hear about the grand things she does in the future! Congratulations, Chloe, Class of 2021!

Madison / Senior Portraits in Cumberland, MD

Madison is a natural beauty! She wanted a very natural setting and shoot with minimal makeup. She was amazing in front of the camera… it was like she was a trained model!

Madison is a senior graduating from Fort Hills High School in 2021. After high school, she plans on taking the year off to travel the states before attending college in Fall 2023. I think that’s just amazing! And she wants to major in biology; a gap year before diving head first into a difficult subject sounds like a grand plan to me!

I generally give lots of directions for posing but not for this girl. Her session started in a beautiful goldenrod field! We used the Egg Chair for a few of the shots and OF COURSE we got lots of her with Ava, her gorgeous dog!

This beauty loves to play volleyball and she’s been playing for the past 5 years. For the past 7 years, she’s been playing basketball.

In her free time, Madison loves drawing or spending time with her friends, though Covid has certainly altered her year a lot. She looks forward to regaining a normal scheduled day and longs for a time when school is school and she’s able to hang out with friends.

Our second location was at at Evitts creek. It was a little cool but that didn’t stop her from getting into the water! Although you’ve seen previous sessions of models in water, Madison was my first and instantly got me obsessed with these sessions!

“Follow your heart! Do what makes you happy!”

— Stefanie Logsdon

Personally she did not enjoy virtual learning and found it nearly impossible to focus.

All my senior portrait sessions take place at two or three locations to give lots of variety. I also encourage seniors to bring along at least five outfits with lots of accessories. Know a 2022 senior looking for a portrait photographer? Tell them my name and send them my way!