Senior Portraits
Senior Portraits That Tell Your Story
Let's be honest—most seniors already have hundreds, if not thousands, of photos on their phones.
Senior portraits are different.
This isn't about taking a few more pictures. It's about celebrating a milestone. Senior year is filled with accomplishments, friendships, activities, dreams, and anticipation for what's next. It's a chapter of life that goes by incredibly fast, and before you know it, graduation has come and gone.
That's why I believe senior portraits should be more than ordinary.
Every senior has their own story, personality, interests, and style. Whether they're an athlete, musician, artist, dancer, bookworm, farm kid, honor student, or something entirely their own, my goal is to create images that reflect who they are right now—not a cookie-cutter version of what a senior portrait session is "supposed" to look like.
Together, we'll design a session that highlights what makes your senior unique. That might mean dramatic lighting, meaningful locations, favorite activities, creative concepts, or simply creating portraits that help them feel confident and celebrated during this exciting season of life.
I realize I may not be the photographer for everyone—and that's okay.
If you're simply looking for a few quick pictures to check senior portraits off the to-do list, there are plenty of options available. My approach is different. I believe senior portraits should be intentional, personal, and worthy of being enjoyed long after graduation day has passed.
Because while digital images certainly have their place, some moments deserve more than a quick scroll through a phone or social media feed. They deserve to be preserved.
That's why many of my senior portrait experiences are designed around custom albums and artwork that bring your senior's story together in one place. Years from now, you'll be able to revisit not only the images themselves, but also the memories of this season of life—the excitement, the accomplishments, the confidence, and the anticipation of everything that was still ahead.
Because senior year only happens once.
And "good enough" isn't a phrase you'll hear me use very often.
Senior portraits are different.
This isn't about taking a few more pictures. It's about celebrating a milestone. Senior year is filled with accomplishments, friendships, activities, dreams, and anticipation for what's next. It's a chapter of life that goes by incredibly fast, and before you know it, graduation has come and gone.
That's why I believe senior portraits should be more than ordinary.
Every senior has their own story, personality, interests, and style. Whether they're an athlete, musician, artist, dancer, bookworm, farm kid, honor student, or something entirely their own, my goal is to create images that reflect who they are right now—not a cookie-cutter version of what a senior portrait session is "supposed" to look like.
Together, we'll design a session that highlights what makes your senior unique. That might mean dramatic lighting, meaningful locations, favorite activities, creative concepts, or simply creating portraits that help them feel confident and celebrated during this exciting season of life.
I realize I may not be the photographer for everyone—and that's okay.
If you're simply looking for a few quick pictures to check senior portraits off the to-do list, there are plenty of options available. My approach is different. I believe senior portraits should be intentional, personal, and worthy of being enjoyed long after graduation day has passed.
Because while digital images certainly have their place, some moments deserve more than a quick scroll through a phone or social media feed. They deserve to be preserved.
That's why many of my senior portrait experiences are designed around custom albums and artwork that bring your senior's story together in one place. Years from now, you'll be able to revisit not only the images themselves, but also the memories of this season of life—the excitement, the accomplishments, the confidence, and the anticipation of everything that was still ahead.
Because senior year only happens once.
And "good enough" isn't a phrase you'll hear me use very often.
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Need help pulling together the perfect look?
I've built a growing Client Style Wardrobe filled with clothing, accessories, and styling pieces that can help add variety and personality to your session. From casual and trendy to elegant and dramatic, many pieces can be mixed with items you already own to create a completely different look without having to purchase an entire new outfit.
Some seniors use the wardrobe for just a few images, while others discover a favorite piece they never would have considered on their own. It's a great way to add variety, experiment with a new style, or create a unique look that helps your portraits stand out.
Not every piece is right for every senior, but if you're interested, we'll be happy to explore options during your planning consultation.
Choose the Session that works best for you!
Every senior is different, which is why I offer several portrait experiences designed to fit a variety of interests, styles, and goals. Whether you're looking for something simple and streamlined or a fully customized senior portrait experience, you'll find an option that's right for you.
All sessions include a complimentary digital copy of your selected yearbook image, and that image can be submitted directly to your school upon request. Additional details, inclusions, and products vary by session and are outlined below.
All sessions include a complimentary digital copy of your selected yearbook image, and that image can be submitted directly to your school upon request. Additional details, inclusions, and products vary by session and are outlined below.
Speedy Senior Session
Short on time? Looking for something simple and streamlined? The Speedy Senior Session is perfect for seniors who want beautiful portraits without committing to a longer session experience.
We'll spend up to 30 minutes creating a focused collection of images at a local Cottage Grove location. This session is designed around one main outfit, although simple layered looks—such as adding or removing a jacket, sweater, or accessory—can provide additional variety without taking time away from photographing.
While the Speedy Session is intentionally simple, it's never rushed. You'll still receive the same attention to detail, professional retouching, and creative approach that goes into every senior portrait experience.
Choose the option that works best for you:
Speedy Session, Option A – $350
We'll spend up to 30 minutes creating a focused collection of images at a local Cottage Grove location. This session is designed around one main outfit, although simple layered looks—such as adding or removing a jacket, sweater, or accessory—can provide additional variety without taking time away from photographing.
While the Speedy Session is intentionally simple, it's never rushed. You'll still receive the same attention to detail, professional retouching, and creative approach that goes into every senior portrait experience.
Choose the option that works best for you:
Speedy Session, Option A – $350
- Up to 30 minutes of session time
- One local Cottage Grove location
- One main outfit (layered looks welcome)
- Complimentary yearbook image
- Yearbook submission upon request
- $250 Print/Product Credit
- Up to 30 minutes of session time
- One local Cottage Grove location
- One main outfit (layered looks welcome)
- 5x5 Petite Signature Keepsake Album featuring your favorite 10 images
- Matching Digital Negatives with personal printing rights
- Complimentary yearbook image
- Yearbook submission upon request
The Classic Senior Session (most popular!)
The Classic Senior Session is the perfect balance of variety, flexibility, and value, making it a favorite for many seniors and families.
With up to 90 minutes of session time, we'll have the opportunity to incorporate multiple outfits, nearby locations, and a wider variety of looks that help tell your story. Whether you want something timeless and traditional, a little more creative, or a combination of both, this session gives us the flexibility to create a portrait collection that feels uniquely YOU.
The additional time allows us to move beyond a quick portrait session and create a more complete senior portrait experience. We'll have time to explore a few different settings, showcase your personality and interests, and create a greater variety of images while still keeping the session focused and enjoyable.
For many seniors, the Classic Session provides the perfect combination of customization and convenience—enough flexibility to create something special without committing to a longer, more elaborate portrait experience.
Choose the option that works best for you:
Option A – $650
Option B – $1395
With up to 90 minutes of session time, we'll have the opportunity to incorporate multiple outfits, nearby locations, and a wider variety of looks that help tell your story. Whether you want something timeless and traditional, a little more creative, or a combination of both, this session gives us the flexibility to create a portrait collection that feels uniquely YOU.
The additional time allows us to move beyond a quick portrait session and create a more complete senior portrait experience. We'll have time to explore a few different settings, showcase your personality and interests, and create a greater variety of images while still keeping the session focused and enjoyable.
For many seniors, the Classic Session provides the perfect combination of customization and convenience—enough flexibility to create something special without committing to a longer, more elaborate portrait experience.
Choose the option that works best for you:
Option A – $650
- Up to 90 minutes of session time
- Local Cottage Grove, Monona, and East Madison locations included
- Multiple outfits and looks
- Complimentary yearbook image
- Yearbook submission upon request
- $450 Print/Product Credit
Option B – $1395
- Up to 90 minutes of session time
- Local Cottage Grove, Monona, and East Madison locations included
- Multiple outfits and looks
- 8x8 Signature Keepsake Album featuring your favorite 15 images
- Matching Digital Negatives with personal printing rights
- Complimentary yearbook image
- Yearbook submission upon request
The Senior Experience!
The Senior Experience is designed for seniors who want something truly personalized. With more time, more flexibility, and more creative possibilities, we'll work together to create a portrait experience that reflects your personality, interests, accomplishments, and style
Before your session, we'll meet for a personalized planning consultation to discuss locations, outfits, activities, and creative ideas. Whether you're envisioning dramatic lighting, meaningful locations, athletics, hobbies, fashion-inspired portraits, or a combination of several different looks, this session gives us the freedom to create something uniquely yours.
Unlike the more focused Classic Session, the additional time built into the Senior Experience allows us to venture farther from home, explore unique locations, and create a greater variety of images that simply wouldn't fit into a shorter session. We'll have the flexibility to incorporate multiple outfits, distinctive locations, creative concepts, and meaningful interests while creating a portrait collection that tells a richer story about this exciting chapter of your life
The Senior Experience is perfect for seniors who want more than a traditional portrait session. It's designed to celebrate who you are right now while creating meaningful images and keepsakes that can be enjoyed for years to come.
Included with your Senior Experience:
• Personalized planning consultation
• Up to 3 hours of session time
• Travel to locations up to 30 minutes/miles away included
• Multiple outfits and looks
• Access to select pieces from the Peg Thompson PhotoArt Client Style Wardrobe
• Short behind-the-scenes social media reel
• 10x10 Signature Keepsake Album featuring your favorite 25 images
• Matching Digital Negatives with personal printing rights
• Complimentary yearbook image
• Yearbook submission upon request
Senior Experience: $2195
Before your session, we'll meet for a personalized planning consultation to discuss locations, outfits, activities, and creative ideas. Whether you're envisioning dramatic lighting, meaningful locations, athletics, hobbies, fashion-inspired portraits, or a combination of several different looks, this session gives us the freedom to create something uniquely yours.
Unlike the more focused Classic Session, the additional time built into the Senior Experience allows us to venture farther from home, explore unique locations, and create a greater variety of images that simply wouldn't fit into a shorter session. We'll have the flexibility to incorporate multiple outfits, distinctive locations, creative concepts, and meaningful interests while creating a portrait collection that tells a richer story about this exciting chapter of your life
The Senior Experience is perfect for seniors who want more than a traditional portrait session. It's designed to celebrate who you are right now while creating meaningful images and keepsakes that can be enjoyed for years to come.
Included with your Senior Experience:
• Personalized planning consultation
• Up to 3 hours of session time
• Travel to locations up to 30 minutes/miles away included
• Multiple outfits and looks
• Access to select pieces from the Peg Thompson PhotoArt Client Style Wardrobe
• Short behind-the-scenes social media reel
• 10x10 Signature Keepsake Album featuring your favorite 25 images
• Matching Digital Negatives with personal printing rights
• Complimentary yearbook image
• Yearbook submission upon request
Senior Experience: $2195
The Elite Senior Experience
The Elite Senior Experience is designed for seniors who want to tell the complete story of their senior year
While many portrait sessions are limited to a single day, the Elite Experience gives us the opportunity to capture multiple chapters of this exciting season of life. In addition to your main Senior Experience session, you'll receive a separate bonus session that can be used for a different look, location, season, activity, interest, or creative concept
Imagine summer portraits followed by fall athletics. A fashion-inspired session paired with a cap-and-gown celebration before graduation. A dramatic night shoot, a favorite hobby, a meaningful location, or simply an entirely different side of your personality. The Elite Experience gives us the freedom to create a portrait collection with a level of variety and storytelling that simply isn't possible in a single session
We'll begin with a personalized planning consultation to design an experience that's uniquely yours. Together, we'll create a collection of portraits that celebrates your accomplishments, your interests, your personality, and everything that makes this milestone year worth remembering
For seniors who want the ultimate portrait experience, the greatest variety, and a keepsake that truly preserves the story of their senior year, the Elite Senior Experience offers the best of everything.
Included with your Elite Senior Experience:
• Personalized planning consultation
• Up to 3 hours of session time
• Travel to locations up to 30 minutes/miles away included
• Multiple outfits and looks
• Access to select pieces from the Peg Thompson PhotoArt Client Style Wardrobe
• Short behind-the-scenes social media reel
• Separate bonus 1-hour session for a different look, location, season, interest, or creative concept
• 12x12 Signature Keepsake Album with Acrylic Image Cover featuring your favorite 45 images
• Matching Digital Negatives with personal printing rights
• Complimentary yearbook image
• Yearbook submission upon request
Elite Senior Experience: $3495
While many portrait sessions are limited to a single day, the Elite Experience gives us the opportunity to capture multiple chapters of this exciting season of life. In addition to your main Senior Experience session, you'll receive a separate bonus session that can be used for a different look, location, season, activity, interest, or creative concept
Imagine summer portraits followed by fall athletics. A fashion-inspired session paired with a cap-and-gown celebration before graduation. A dramatic night shoot, a favorite hobby, a meaningful location, or simply an entirely different side of your personality. The Elite Experience gives us the freedom to create a portrait collection with a level of variety and storytelling that simply isn't possible in a single session
We'll begin with a personalized planning consultation to design an experience that's uniquely yours. Together, we'll create a collection of portraits that celebrates your accomplishments, your interests, your personality, and everything that makes this milestone year worth remembering
For seniors who want the ultimate portrait experience, the greatest variety, and a keepsake that truly preserves the story of their senior year, the Elite Senior Experience offers the best of everything.
Included with your Elite Senior Experience:
• Personalized planning consultation
• Up to 3 hours of session time
• Travel to locations up to 30 minutes/miles away included
• Multiple outfits and looks
• Access to select pieces from the Peg Thompson PhotoArt Client Style Wardrobe
• Short behind-the-scenes social media reel
• Separate bonus 1-hour session for a different look, location, season, interest, or creative concept
• 12x12 Signature Keepsake Album with Acrylic Image Cover featuring your favorite 45 images
• Matching Digital Negatives with personal printing rights
• Complimentary yearbook image
• Yearbook submission upon request
Elite Senior Experience: $3495
What to expect from your session...
• We'll start with a personalized planning consultation to discuss your interests, style, locations, outfits, and the types of images you'd love to create. This helps us design a senior portrait experience that's uniquely yours.
• Once you're ready to book, we'll schedule your session date (and a backup date if needed). Together, we'll choose the locations, outfits, and details that best tell your story.
• I use professional lighting equipment to enhance natural light and create images that simply aren't possible with available light alone, giving us more flexibility and creative possibilities throughout your session.
• After your session, I'll carefully select and prepare the best images from your session with basic adjustments for color, exposure, and cropping so they're ready for your viewing appointment.
• At your viewing and ordering appointment, you'll see all of the images from your session and select your favorites for your album, artwork, and keepsakes. Once you've made your selections, those images will receive additional professional retouching and finishing. Unlike some photographers who choose the final images for you, I believe the people who know your senior best should have a voice in telling their story.
• Your selected images will be professionally prepared for their final destination, whether that's a Signature Keepsake Album, wall art, gift prints, or Digital Negatives.
• Whenever possible, I also enjoy attending a game, meet, performance, concert, or other activity involving my senior clients. It's another way to celebrate and document the accomplishments, interests, and experiences that make this season of life so special.
• Once you're ready to book, we'll schedule your session date (and a backup date if needed). Together, we'll choose the locations, outfits, and details that best tell your story.
• I use professional lighting equipment to enhance natural light and create images that simply aren't possible with available light alone, giving us more flexibility and creative possibilities throughout your session.
• After your session, I'll carefully select and prepare the best images from your session with basic adjustments for color, exposure, and cropping so they're ready for your viewing appointment.
• At your viewing and ordering appointment, you'll see all of the images from your session and select your favorites for your album, artwork, and keepsakes. Once you've made your selections, those images will receive additional professional retouching and finishing. Unlike some photographers who choose the final images for you, I believe the people who know your senior best should have a voice in telling their story.
• Your selected images will be professionally prepared for their final destination, whether that's a Signature Keepsake Album, wall art, gift prints, or Digital Negatives.
• Whenever possible, I also enjoy attending a game, meet, performance, concert, or other activity involving my senior clients. It's another way to celebrate and document the accomplishments, interests, and experiences that make this season of life so special.
Additional Information:
• A non-refundable $200 retainer is required to reserve your session date. The retainer will be applied toward your session fee.
• If severe weather is predicted for your session date, we'll work together to reschedule so we can create the best possible experience and images.
• Session fees include your planning consultation, photographer's time during the session, preparation of images for your viewing appointment, professional retouching of selected images, one viewing and ordering appointment, and either the included album and Digital Negatives or the print/product credit associated with your selected session.
• Whenever possible, I also enjoy attending one local game, meet, performance, concert, or other activity involving my senior clients. It's another way to celebrate and document the accomplishments and experiences that make this season of life so special.
• Wall art, gift prints, albums, and Digital Negatives are available for purchase during your viewing and ordering appointment. You choose only the images and products you love.
• A La Carte Wall Art begins at $319.
• A La Carte Signature Keepsake Albums with matching Digital Negatives begin at $1295.
• Mounted Gift Prints begin at $30.
• Cash, checks, and major credit cards are accepted.
• If severe weather is predicted for your session date, we'll work together to reschedule so we can create the best possible experience and images.
• Session fees include your planning consultation, photographer's time during the session, preparation of images for your viewing appointment, professional retouching of selected images, one viewing and ordering appointment, and either the included album and Digital Negatives or the print/product credit associated with your selected session.
• Whenever possible, I also enjoy attending one local game, meet, performance, concert, or other activity involving my senior clients. It's another way to celebrate and document the accomplishments and experiences that make this season of life so special.
• Wall art, gift prints, albums, and Digital Negatives are available for purchase during your viewing and ordering appointment. You choose only the images and products you love.
• A La Carte Wall Art begins at $319.
• A La Carte Signature Keepsake Albums with matching Digital Negatives begin at $1295.
• Mounted Gift Prints begin at $30.
• Cash, checks, and major credit cards are accepted.
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