5 Months to Make the most of Senior Year! | Senior Pictures near me, Phoenix Arizona
I’m here to help you navigate through this incredible year with a handy timeline and checklist to make sure you don’t miss a thing. Let’s dive into the must-dos for your senior year, from scheduling your senior portraits with me to marking those all-important yearbook dates and planning for special occasions like homecoming and prom.
Y’all, Senior year of high school is such an exciting time, filled with milestones, memories, and a lot to prepare for. I’m here to help you navigate through this incredible year with a handy timeline and checklist to make sure you don’t miss a thing. I remember being a first time senior parent and just barely making some of these dates despite my first senior being very organized and prepared- because you don’t know if you don’t know!
Let’s dive into the must-dos for your senior year, from scheduling your senior portraits with me to marking those all-important yearbook dates and planning for special occasions like homecoming and prom.
August - September: Kick Off the Year Right!
Get Organized: Start by getting a planner or calendar to keep track of important dates and deadlines. some schools provide them or great tracking apps.
Schedule Senior Portraits: One of the first things you’ll want to do is schedule your senior portraits with me. These photos are a major milestone, and we want to capture you at your best! Click here to book your session.
Schedule Yearbook Picture: You do need to make an appointment, usually with Dorian Studio or Grads, for the yearbook photo. No, you do not have to go to *JUST* the school yearbook photographer. BUT I THINK YOU’LL WANT TO DO BOTH! More about that here
Join Clubs and Activities: Get involved in school clubs and extracurricular activities. It’s a great way to make the most of your last year.
College Planning: Start researching colleges, preparing for the SAT/ACT, and planning college visits if you have not already. Remeber not every post graduation adventure has to be college! Take time to think about something you love doing, that you automatically go to and can do for hours without making yourself concentrate- it just feels natural and you get lost in it…then research places to further explore that interest. You really might be surprised what options are out there that do not involve a student loan. Colelege is fantastic, if it takes you to the path you want, or if you are not sure what that path is but know that classes excited you. But everyone has a different path and there are also amazing schools for music, art, mechanics, and other things that will help you find your passion and get you paid to do what you love too.
October - November: Capture the Moments
Homecoming: Homecoming is a special time, and you’ll want to capture it! Schedule a mini-session for homecoming photos. Trust me, these memories are worth it.
Yearbook Photos: Make sure you know the deadlines for your yearbook photos. Submit your senior portraits and any other required photos on time.
Start College Applications: Begin working on your college applications. Keep track of deadlines and make sure to get letters of recommendation from your teachers.
Senior Portraits: If you haven’t already, get your senior portraits done! We’ll create beautiful, timeless photos that you’ll cherish forever. Book your session here.
December - January: Mid-Year Checkpoint
Finalize College Applications: Complete and submit all your college applications. Double-check everything to make sure it’s perfect.
Holiday Photos: Consider scheduling a holiday-themed photo session with your friends or family. It’s a fun way to celebrate the season and make lasting memories.
Check Yearbook Deadlines: Make sure all your photos and entries for the yearbook are submitted. This includes senior quotes, baby photos, and any club or activity photos, and senior ads.
Cap and Gown: Order your cap and gown for graduation. It might seem early, but it’s better to be prepared.
Senior Portraits Reminder: If you still haven’t scheduled your senior portraits, now is the time! Don’t wait any longer to capture these special moments.
February - March: Focus on Fun
Plan for Prom: Start planning for prom. Schedule your prom photoshoot with me to ensure you get beautiful, professional photos of this unforgettable night.
Spring Break Plans: Make the most of your spring break. Whether you’re traveling or staying local, consider scheduling a fun photoshoot to capture your adventures.
Stay on Top of Schoolwork: Keep up with your studies. It’s easy to get distracted with all the fun events, but staying focused is key.
April - May: The Home Stretch
Prom Night: Enjoy your prom night to the fullest! Schedule a pre-prom photoshoot to capture you and your friends in your glamorous outfits.
Senior Activities: Participate in all the senior activities and events your school offers. These are moments you’ll treasure.
Prepare for Graduation: Make sure you have everything you need for graduation day. Check the dates and plan your family celebrations.
Final Senior Portraits: If you want a few last-minute senior photos in your cap and gown, schedule a quick session. It’s a wonderful way to wrap up your senior year.
June: Celebrate and Reflect
Graduation Day: This is your big day! Enjoy every moment and take plenty of photos with family and friends.
Thank You Notes: Send thank you notes to teachers, mentors, and anyone who helped you along the way.
Summer Fun: Celebrate your achievements over the summer. Plan trips, hang out with friends, and make the most of your time before college.
Timeline Checklist
August: Get organized, schedule senior portraits, join clubs, start college planning
September: Continue with college research, finalize senior portrait session
October: Homecoming photos, submit yearbook photos, start college applications
November: Complete senior portraits, finish college applications
December: Submit college applications, schedule holiday photo sessions, order cap and gown
January: Finalize senior portraits if not done yet
February: Plan for prom, spring break photos, check yearbook deadlines
March: Stay on top of schoolwork, schedule prom photos
April: Enjoy prom, participate in senior activities, prepare for graduation
May: Final senior photos, graduation prep
June: Graduation day, send thank you notes, celebrate over summer
Senior year is such a special time, and I’m here to help you capture all the important moments. From senior portraits to prom photos, every milestone deserves to be remembered. Want an insider’s look at my senior portrait experience? You can check it out here! My sessions are all about celebrating you and capturing your unique journey with joy and creativity.
Thank you for letting me be a part of your senior year. Here’s to celebrating your achievements and capturing the magic of this exciting time in your life. Until next time, keep shining and making memories! 📸✨
Ryan SDOHS 2024 | Arizona Senior Portrait Sessions by Phoenix photographer Anjeanette Photography
As a student at Sandra Day O'Connor High School, Ryan's high school experience was a whirlwind of activities. Can you imagine juggling competitive marching band, ROTC, playing electric guitar, and being a member of the track team to mention a few? When it came time for his senior portraits, Ryan wanted to capture not just his academic achievements but also the passions that defined his high school journey.
Into the Wild Blue Yonder
With his parents help, we went above (flight pun sorry) and beyond to create a one-of-a-kind experience for this exceptional senior. Ryan's parents had a special surprise in store for him at the end of his senior portrait session. Ryan recently received an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy – a dream come true for this aspiring aviator. To celebrate this momentous achievement, his parents arranged for me to visit the airport for portraits with a friends plane, and then Lt Colonel Daniel Deahler, USAF (ret.) took Ryan on a flight, soaring through the skies in an experimental plane!
Can you imagine the thrill of capturing Ryan's portraits with this backdrop? It was as if his dreams of becoming a pilot had already taken flight and I got to be there to document it!
These portraits tell the story of a young man who embraced every opportunity, who dared to dream big, and who left an indelible mark on the halls of Sandra Day O'Connor High School. As Ryan embarks on his next adventure at the United States Air Force Academy, his senior portraits will serve as a cherished reminder of the journey that brought him to this point. It will be amazing to see him to continue reaching for the stars, knowing that his dreams truly have no limits.
Luxe Arizona Senior Portrait Sessions
Phoenix & Peoria Graduation Pictures & High School Photographer ANJEANETTE.PHOTOGRAPHY
PEORIA AZ PHOTOGRAPHER
TEXT (615) 944-1356
IG @phoenixseniorphotography
Artistic | Dramatic | Fun | Unique | Creative
•On-Location Natural Light and In-Studio Fashion Senior Portraits •
•Hundreds of Locations to shoot your Senior Pictures in Studio, Nature or City/Urban location
•Easy, relaxed Senior Portrait experience for Guys
•Nationally published and featured Senior Photographer Anjeanette
•Artistic and fun for Seniors with Memory involvement easy simple pricing for Parents
•Peoria, Glendale, and Phoenix Arizona area
Kaitlyn Mountain Ridge Class of 2024 | Phoenix & Peoria Graduation Pictures & High School Photographer ANJEANETTE PHOTOGRAPHY
Hey senior squad! SO goofy sounding hahah. ANYWAYS…Picture this: senior year is winding down, the future beckons, and you're ready to capture all the feels in epic photos. Well, that's exactly what Kaitlyn, a soon-to-be college music major and Mountain Ridge High School grad, did with her Adventure package senior session! We traded the familiar hallways for the majestic Glanis Sand Dunes in Brawley, California, and the results were pure magic.
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For the past four years, Kaitlyn's been a rockstar (well, technically a bass clarinetist!) in the Mountain Ridge Wind Ensemble and Marching Band. Remember the band that keeps on winning State competition? Yep, Kaitlyn was right there in the heart of it all, leading her section with passion and precision. I’m blessed to have been there to document a lot of it and watch her grow! That's right, yours truly! Seeing her dedication and musicality translate from the field to her future at GCC and NAU is truly inspiring.
Kaitlyn came prepared for her session with a wardrobe mix of casual and dressy, each outfit reflecting a different facet of her personality. Comfy jeans for that laid-back vibe, a flowy dresses that danced in the desert breeze, and even a stunning gown that transformed the dunes into a high-fashion runway. It wasn't just about looking good (though let's be honest, she rocked every single look!), it was about showcasing the many sides of Kaitlyn – the musician, the adventurer, the future music major ready to conquer the world.
Kaitlyn's fashion was epic. Having 3-5 well-chosen outfits that reflect your personality is key. Just one or two outfit changes can feel limiting during a session. Finding the sweet spot is important.‘
Senior portraits are more than just photos; they're a time capsule of this unforgettable chapter in your life. This year, my calendar filled up by mid-February, so many seniors missed their chance to shine. Don't let that happen to you! Book your session early to secure your spot and capture the magic of senior year.
Let Anjeanette Photography Capture Your Senior Story!
We can't wait to collaborate with you and create a session that's as unique and unforgettable as you are. Contact Anjeanette Photography today to schedule your consultation and start planning your dream senior portrait session! Let's make your senior year the perfect melody!
Luxe Arizona Senior Portrait Sessions
Phoenix & Peoria Graduation Pictures & High School Photographer ANJEANETTE.PHOTOGRAPHY
PEORIA AZ PHOTOGRAPHER
TEXT (615) 944-1356
IG @phoenixseniorphotography
Artistic | Dramatic | Fun | Unique | Creative
•On-Location Natural Light and In-Studio Fashion Senior Portraits •
•Hundreds of Locations to shoot your Senior Pictures in Studio, Nature or City/Urban location
•Easy, relaxed Senior Portrait experience for Guys
•Nationally published and featured Senior Photographer Anjeanette
•Artistic and fun for Seniors with Memory involvement easy simple pricing for Parents
•Peoria, Glendale, and Phoenix Arizona area
Thomas Sandra Day O’Connor High Class of 2024 | PHOENIX & PEORIA GRADUATION PICTURES & HIGH SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHER ANJEANETTE PHOTOGRAPHY
It was a dark and stormy Sunday…well not exactly but it WAS overcast, winter rain was threatening, and it was cloudy as all get out. Do people still say that? Thing is - I hate cloudy days! Clouds are a favorite of many photographers with their ‘giant softbox’ ‘saturated colors’ and blah blah blah, but not for me. I didn’t move to Arizona to see no clouds! As a professional you gotta be ready for anything, and able to make any condition work. So I prefer the golden hour backlit glow. USUALLY that is. This session was so dramatic and epic I almost change my mind about cloudy days!
Thomas’ easy, relaxed smile and fun loving personality make any day light up- aw! He is a cute kid! A member of the Class of 2024, he holds the distinguished role of Drum Major in the Eagle Pride Marching Band with a dedication to music and leadership shines through in every frame of his senior pictures. As an Arizona native, Thomas is no stranger to the desert heat, but with graduation on the horizon, he's eagerly anticipating the cooler temperatures and new adventures awaiting him at NAU.
The stunning backdrop of Sonoran Mountain Preserve served as a unique canvas for capturing Thomas' personality and accomplishments. Senior photos are not just about capturing a moment in time; they are about celebrating achievements and preserving memories that will be cherished for years to come. Thomas' graduation portraits beautifully encapsulate the essence of his high school journey – from the camaraderie of marching band rehearsals to the excitement of looking towards the future.
As Thomas transitions into the next chapter of his academic and personal journey, these senior pictures will serve as a timeless reminder of his growth, resilience, and the unwavering support of his family and community. Through the lens of a camera, we've captured not just images, but the spirit of a young man ready to spread his eagle wings. Sounds cheesy- but it’s true!
Luxe Arizona Senior Portrait Sessions: Phoenix & Peoria Graduation
Pictures & High School Photographer ANJEANETTE.PHOTOGRAPHY
PEORIA AZ PHOTOGRAPHER
TEXT (615) 944-1356
IG @phoenixseniorphotography
Artistic | Dramatic | Fun | Unique | Creative
•On-Location Natural Light and In-Studio Fashion Senior Portraits •
•Hundreds of Locations to choose from: Studio, Nature or City
•Easy, relaxed Senior Portrait experience for Guys
•Nationally published and featured Senior Photographer Anjeanette
•Artistic and fun for Seniors with Memory involvement easy simple pricing for Parents
•Peoria, Glendale, and Phoenix Arizona area
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2023 AzMBA Division I Championships | Phoenix Marching Band Photographer Anjeanette Photography
I was so honored to be a part of the AzMBA team for group photography at the Division I Championships! Thank you for having me, and thank you to Mountain Pointe High for hosting the competition. Congratulations to all the bands on an amazing season! Go band!
The Arizona Marching Band Association Division I Championships crackled with electric energy, the culmination of months of tireless practice and unwavering dedication. And at the heart of it all, amidst the booming brass, thundering drums, and dazzling visuals, I had the incredible privilege of capturing each AzMBA marching bands group portraits.
From the moment I stepped onto the Mountain Pointe High campus I was swept up in the whirlwind of band spirit. The air hummed with a symphony of anticipation, uniforms crisply pressed, instruments gleaming under the sun. Faces, etched with nervous excitement, transformed into fierce determination as the first notes soared skyward. As the AzMBA team marched onto the field, a collective roar from the stands ignited the atmosphere, setting the stage for a performance etched in memory.
To all of the bands marching and performing at the AzMBA championships this year with such heart and fire, let these photographs be a lasting ode to your season. A testament to the countless hours, the tireless dedication, the unwavering spirit that defines the marching band experience.
And to the parents, the families, the supporters who cheer from the sidelines, let these portraits capture the essence of your child's passion. See the joy in their eyes, the pride in their stance, the sheer dedication radiating from every note they play. These are the moments that make it all worth it, the culmination of years of practice, the reward for every early morning and late-night rehearsal.
This was more than just a day of photography. It was a celebration of music, of teamwork, of the human spirit soaring on the wings of melody. And I am deeply honored to have been a part of it.
Congratulations, AzMBA, and to all the bands who competed. Your music resonated deeply, and your passion is an inspiration. As the final strains of the championship fade, these photographs remain a testament to your season, a legacy for generations to come. Let the music play on!
Marching Band group photos & Banners by Phoenix Photographer
Anjeanette Photography
https://www.phoenixteamphotography.com/
Those Little hands didn't stay small & 4 years of high school while they are still kids go by faster than you think!
Phoenix Team & Band photographer Anjeanette Photography specializes in dynamic & epic portraits that make individuals and teams look and feel great. Parents & coaches looking for affordable, professional consistency, to boost the self-esteem of their players while providing a fun experience, all while making lasting memories and keepsakes hire Anjeanette to create visually compelling portraits & banners that stand out.
Phoenix Professional Team & Individual Portraits & Affordable Banner Sessions
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Eaglepride Marching Band Class of 2023 | Phoenix senior graduation pictures by Anjeanette Photography
Congrats to the Eaglepride Marching band Class of 2023! The OC Eaglepride marching band is performing “My Lovely Assistant” this season in competition under Director Austin Cilone, across the state of Arizona and at home games - like last nights #SeniorNight recognizing the #classof2023 🦅 Congratulations Eagles!!! Im so thankful and blessed to be a part of your senior year memories 💙
"Ladies and gentlemen...boys and girls...friends, family, and fans of the mystical... the O'Connor Band is very proud to present to you a production of the most peculiar kind. Allow us to entertain you with the lights, sounds and sights of some of your favorite magic acts, all with the help of, My Lovely Assistant..."
Presenting their 2022 production, My Lovely Assistant.
Music:
Fireside Dance, Oz the Great and Powerful
Architect of the Mind, Kerry Muzzey
Vanishing Act, Lou Reed
I'll Put a Spell on You, Annie Lennox
Phoenix Graduation Pictures & High School Senior Portrait sessions
PEORIA AZ PHOTOGRAPHER ANJEANETTE.PHOTOGRAPHY
Luxe Arizona Portrait Session
http://www.anjeanette.photography
TEXT (615) 944-1356 IG
@phoenixseniorphotography
•Artistic | Dramatic | Fun | Unique | Creative •On-Location Natural Light and In-Studio Fashion Senior Portraits •
•Hundreds of Locations to shoot your Senior Pictures in Studio, Nature or City/Urban location
•Easy, relaxed Senior Portrait experience for Guys
•Nationally published and featured Senior Photographer Anjeanette
•Artistic and fun for Seniors with Memory involvement easy simple pricing for Parents
•Peoria, Glendale, and Phoenix Arizona area
Natural & Strobe Light On-Location & Studio Fashion-inspired Senior Portraits Available to shoot your Portraits in Studio, Nature, or Urban location Easy, relaxed Senior Portrait experience for Guys Nationally published and featured Artistic and fun Memory involvement easy & simple pricing for Parents
I am trained and educated as both a photographer and fine art painter. BFA Illustration 1999 Summa Cum Laude honors Savannah College of Art & Design 2008-2013 Portrait photographer Various Professional Photographers of America, shutterfest Magazine, and etc classes and workshops.