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Planning Your Senior Session

Whether you’re just starting to plan your senior pictures or counting down to your session, this blog is packed with resources to help you feel confident and prepared. From the best senior photo locations in St. Louis to outfit ideas and preparation tips, you’ll find everything you need to make your session unforgettable.

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Riley | Lost in the Woods
Riley | Lost in the Woods

Riley’s session at Castlewood State Park couldn’t have been a more perfect location for his senior pictures. It was his first…

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Alexa | A Theatrical Fairytale
Alexa | A Theatrical Fairytale

Alexa wanted to head to Forest Park for her senior pictures, with the Muny being one of her top locations. We made it…

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Evan | A Street Boy in Nature
Evan | A Street Boy in Nature

For Evan’s senior session we headed to Forest Park’s Victorian Bridge. His family visits the park often, but this quiet, lesser-known spot was new to them making it the perfect place to…

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"Portrait of Amanda, owner of Shots by Amanda, at Bee Tree Park in Oakville, Missouri during spring. She’s wearing a coral cold-shoulder top, surrounded by delicate white blossoms in the tree branches.

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Image of the Year: Class of 2025
Image of the Year: Class of 2025

The Amanda Photography Image of the Year: Class of 2025 competition runs from 05/20/2025 until 06/04/2025. Round 3 will end on 06/04/2025. Vote for your favorite senior using Instagram so they can be the grand prize winner!

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Image of the Year: Class of 2025
Image of the Year: Class of 2025

The Amanda Photography Image of the Year: Class of 2025 competition runs from 05/20/2025 until 06/04/2025. Round 2 will end on 05/31/2025. Vote for your favorite senior using the Facebook so they can move on to Round 3!

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Image of the Year: Class of 2025
Image of the Year: Class of 2025

The Amanda Photography Image of the Year: Class of 2025 competition runs from 05/20/2025 until 06/04/2025. Round 1 will end on 05/26/2025. Vote for your favorite senior using the Google Form so they can move on to Round 2!

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Riley | Lost in the Woods
Riley | Lost in the Woods

Riley’s session at Castlewood State Park couldn’t have been a more perfect location for his senior pictures. It was his first…

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Alexa | A Theatrical Fairytale
Alexa | A Theatrical Fairytale

Alexa wanted to head to Forest Park for her senior pictures, with the Muny being one of her top locations. We made it…

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Explore Senior Session Resources

Two girls in summer dresses holding bouquets of flowers, leaning heads together in a lush green forest at Forest Park, St. Louis. Senior portrait photography capturing a warm and natural moment.

Outfit
Guides

Senior portrait of a girl wearing a white cold shoulder top and tan floppy hat, adjusting sunglasses in a sunflower field near Eureka, Missouri. Outdoor summer photography showcasing natural light and seasonal scenery.

Session Day
Prep

Senior portrait of a girl in a red beanie and leopard coat holding hot chocolate with marshmallows in snowy Columbia, Illinois. Cozy winter outdoor photography.

Seasonal
Ideas

Well-dressed senior boy leaning on a wooden fence during fall at Faust Park in Chesterfield, Missouri. Autumn outdoor senior portrait photography capturing seasonal colors and relaxed style.

Past
Sessions

Prom couple in front of a blue barn door at Jefferson Barracks Park, Oakville, Missouri. Girl in a shiny grey dress smiling as the boy leans back to kiss her cheek. Romantic prom photo session capturing elegant style and joyful moments.

Prom &
Homecoming

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If you’re interested in having your senior pictures taken by Amanda Photography, please fill out the form with any other questions you may have, or let me know if you’re ready to schedule a consultation call so we can get your amazing session set up!

You’ll hear back from me within 48 hours, Monday through Friday (unless I’m on vacation traveling the beautiful USA.)

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