ashley’s senior session.

I really enjoy photographing people who are close personal friends. Especially high school seniors. It’s fun to celebrate with them and have an extra excuse to hang out for a few hours. This was one of those sessions. I’ve known Ashley and her family for about 3 years. It’s crazy to think that she just turned 18 earlier this month and that she will be graduating from high school in June!

Back in May or June Ashley came up to me at church all excited. She told me that she already knew where she wanted her senior pictures taken. Sweet! I love it when seniors think ahead about what they want their session to be like. Makes my job quite a bit easier.

We finally scheduled Ashley’s session for this past Sunday. I was nervous all week as the weather reports showed 90% chance of rain for Sunday and we had planned to do her session at Scenic Beach (which is a 2 hour trip from Seattle). I didn’t want to drive and then not be able to shoot. But we lucked out, and it didn’t start raining until we were on our way back. Thank you Jesus!

I was reminded on Sunday how Seattle’s very overcast skies can make it a challenge to shoot some days. The light can be finicky, but thankfully it cooperated with us (for the most part). In the end I came home and was extremely excited for some of the images. Go ahead and take a look…

This is why fall is my favorite season…leaves! I’m glad that Ashley was willing to play in them.

 

Ashley definitely is one brave girl to go walking on the rocky beach in high heels. This very well might be my favorite from the day.

Ashley…you are adorable. Just had to tell you that. I’m glad that we got to spend the afternoon together on Sunday. Thanks for showing me this amazing park! And if I haven’t told you lately, I’m very proud of you. Can’t wait to show you the rest of your images.