Senior Portraits near Cumberland, Maryland | Peyton

I love when the weather cooperates and I get sunny days and perfect skies - like it did for Peyton’s senior portrait session near Cumberland, Maryland.

We began Peyton’s session at Stonebridge Events in Cumberland, MD.

This soon to be graduating senior attends Mountain Ridge High School. She will graduate in May and plans on attending college afterwards. Although she is undecided on where, she does want to go into nursing!

Peyton is a member of the Nation Honor Society, Leadership Allegany, Minds in Motion, and has been on the honor roll at her high school. I believe she has what it takes to do whatever she sets her mind to!

After Stonebridge, we headed to a glorious field of goldenrod! Peyton knew when she booked her senior photos that she wanted to have some of them taken in a yellow field of flowers. She booked early enough so that was easy to schedule.

“Always surround yourself with good people who will encourage and love you for who you are.”

— Angie Smith

Peyton loved being able to have an input on the type of photo session she wanted. We had a blast going to different locations and she was an absolute natural in front of the camera!

Graduating from high school is a momentous occasion in any teenagers life and I love being able to capture these final moments before they step out into the world on their own.

If you or someone you know is graduating in 2020 or 2021, send them my way! I would love to talk about their passions and capture their senior portraits!

Cumberland, Maryland Senior Portraits | Esther and Aragon

Esther and her horse are two incredibly stunning beauties. I was honored I had the chance to meet them both and capture their unique bond. Esther spends her time with her horse at Spring Gap Farms in Allegany County, MD. This was the perfect place to capture her special moments. I was thrilled when Esther’s mom told me she wanted photos taken with her horse!

Esther attends Bishop Walsh School and graduates this May! Esther plans on going to Shepherd University to pursue a bachelor’s in photography and possibly graphic design. I am so excited for her and can not wait to see her work!

Esther also wants to play college level volleyball - a sport she has been playing for seven years! She’s also been riding horses for eight years and has ran track for the last four years.

Esther enjoys playing the ukulele, photography, sketching, and video games.

We were only able to get a few photos in this location. Esther’s horse, Aragon heard the the other horses being called for dinner! He was not interested in any photographs! Esther released him and he galloped at great speed back to the barn to be fed.

“The one piece of advice is to be true to yourself. Follow your dreams and passions, and have fun along the way. The most important thing in life is not what you do, but that you enjoy doing it.”

— Troy & Ann Foland

Esther is on her way to be a life long adventurer and learner! I look forward to seeing her accomplishments.

Foland Family, Thank you for choosing me to capture this amazing time in Esther’s life.

Senior Portraits near Cumberland, Maryland | Emily and her Horse

When Emily wanted to incorporate her hedgehog and horse into her senior portraits, I knew that this session was going to be magical. We managed to have a perfect day with a perfect sunset and I’m excited with how her session turned out! We began Emily’s senior photos at this sweet little pond.

This girl! Full of fun and joy!

Emily currently attends Allegany High School, but after she graduates, she is planning on attending her first choice college, NC State; and in case you hadn’t figured it out by her love for her horse and hedgehog, Emily intends on studying animal science.

This little hedgehog is so adorable!

It’s no surprise that when Emily was five years old, she wanted to be a veterinarian when she grew up. She certainly has the heart and warmth for the job, that’s for sure!

I had an incredible time being able to capture Emily with her horse while the sun was setting. That orange glow was just the icing on the cake. Not only was that my favorite part of the session, but it was Emily’s too!

“Keep doing what you’re doing and know that mommy and daddy have your back. Make those dreams a reality.”

— Angie Ellsworth

Not only does she love riding her horse, reading, art, and taking care of her animals, she loves skateboarding, exercising, puzzles and plants, too. Emily is also in several clubs at Allegany like the Rotary Club, the Art Club, and the National Honor Society. Her interests don’t stop there though! She is a lifeguard at Rocky Gap and she participated in a nature conservation internship.

Emily is certainly on her way to do amazing things at NC State, and I am excited to see all that she accomplishes.

Western Maryland Senior Portraits | Jackson and Baxter

One of my favorite things about capturing senior portraits is the fact that my clients love incorporating their passions into their session! Take Jackson for example. He loves his dog, Baxter, and playing drums. He was thrilled to have the opportunity to include these two important aspects of his life into his session.

Have an idea you want to incorporate into your senior session? Let me know and we will make it happen!

Jackson attends Allegany High School and intends on going to Frostburg State University when he graduates in May. Although at five years old he wanted to be a policeman, this senior has plans to study biology, wildlife management, and fisheries at FSU.

This 2020 graduate has been playing drums and various percussion instruments for eight years. He is a member of Allegany High School marching band, the indoor percussion ensemble, and the jazz band. He certainly stays busy!

Not only does Jackson love playing the drums, he enjoys hiking and fishing too.

“Follow your dreams... live your best life - a life that you are proud to live.”

— Amy & Jack Hendershot

One of Jack and Amy’s favorite memories of their son is his happiness when they decided to adopt Baxter. I think it's easy to tell that these two have a pretty amazing bond!

Congratulations, Jackson, Class of 2020!

Cumberland, Maryland Senior Portraits | Jordan

My first time photographing Jordan was in March of 2019 during her junior year for my KMP Senior Model Program. I was absolutely thrilled when she asked me to take her senior portraits. We began in the studio.

I love photographing seniors and making them feel like a supermodel. I guarantee you will have so much fun! I encourage my clients to bring along several outfits and accessories to create the perfect look for you. Remember, senior sessions are all about this exciting phase of life that you are in. It’s a great way to kick off the new school season!

Jordan is graduating from Bishop Walsh this spring and plans on attending Towson University where she wants to study Mass Communications.

Getting to know Jordan was an absolute treat. I learned that when she was five years old, all she wanted to be was a movie star. She certainly has the look, don’t you think?

Jordan loves to play soccer and has been playing since she was five. She is also a cheerleader and has been dancing since she was four years old. Some of her favorite hobbies include shopping with her friends and watching Disney movies.

“Follow your passion and your dreams.”

— John and Lori Marini (Jordan's Parents)

Jordan said the absolute best part of her senior session was that she felt like herself! She loved being outside with flowers and smiling and just being happy. As a photographer, my goal is to encourage my clients to be themselves!

Jordan was so much fun to photograph! She was full of smiles and excitement and is a true natural in front of the camera. I am looking forward to seeing what the future has in store for her!

Congratulations, Jordan, Class of 2020!

KMP specializes in senior portrait photography. Have ideas for a location? Just let her know! She is also happy to suggest some of her favorite places too. Karen Morgan Photography is available to shoot senior portraits anytime throughout the year. A winter session with fresh fallen snow would be amazing… so don’t rule out winter!