Two Looks, One Location: A Grand Haven Senior Session
A Grand Haven senior session that pairs a relaxed downtown look with golden hour on the pier catwalk — proof one town can give you two completely different moods.
Portraits vs. Documentary Sessions: Which Is Right for You?
Choosing between traditional family portraits and documentary sessions can feel overwhelming. Here's the difference, and how to know which one actually fits your family's personality and what you want from your photos.
What to Wear for Family Photos: Coordinated, Not Matchy
You don't need to dress like a matching set of paper dolls to look amazing in your family photos. The families who look the most put-together are almost never wearing identical outfits — they're coordinated, and there's a big difference. Here's exactly how to pull it off.
How to Choose a Senior Portrait Photographer in Grand Rapids
Nobody wants to step out of a car, shake hands with a stranger, and immediately say "Cheese." Here's what to actually look for when choosing a senior portrait photographer.
What to Wear for Senior Portraits: A Complete Guide
What should you wear for senior portraits? A Grand Rapids senior portrait photographer's guide to outfits, colors, and styling that actually photographs well.
The Best Locations for Senior Portraits in West Michigan
Where you shoot shapes everything about your senior portraits. After years of photographing seniors across West Michigan, I've learned which locations deliver — and which hidden gems more seniors should know about. Here's my honest take on the best spots, from downtown Grand Rapids to the lakeshore and everywhere in between.
When to Schedule Senior Portraits: A Season-by-Season Guide
Every Michigan season offers something different for senior portraits. Here's what to expect from each, and when to book for the look you want.