Angela | Mt Juliet High School Senior Portraits | Anjeanette Illustration Seniors Photography
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Our first location was a park &campground where Angela had some special memories! She actually was there to celebrate an elementary school field trip in the past as well as camping there before. It was a beautiful spot along the Old Hickory Lake in Mt Juliet, Tn with a sweet beach and gorgeous fall colour trees.
The only thing we did not find at the campground was a golden field- one of my favorite portrait locations for warm, glowy skin and bright, contrasty highlights. So we drove down the street a bit to a super glam spot- right behind a gas station! Some interesting details, haha, are just cropped out of frame. With a beauty like Angela however, all you see if her surrounded by soft buttery light.
Kendall Part Two | Magical Senior Session | Anjeanette Illustration Seniors
/Remember the first part of Kendalls Senior session at the carnival?
How do you top a session so full of fun? Kendall knew she wanted two different locations for her senior photos so we split up her session for two distinct looks. And she has a certain happy place she likes to go whenever she can...
Enjoy these sneak peeks and see if you can guess where we we visited!
Beech High Bucanneer Brigade | Marching Band 2016
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Obist Kendall, of Miss Musical Dreams Youtube fame, performing in the first home game halftime show
I asked some of the members and directors of the Beech High School Marching Band in Hendersonville, Tn to give me quotes about what band does and brings to their lives and community. So much research has been done again recently on the positive benefit of music to lives and character everyday, and specifically its relationship between academic performance and cognitive ability.
So what is it about this crazy marching band life that appeals to folks anyway?
“Well marching band has been a huge part of my life for 5 years now, and anyone that knows anything about band knows that it certainly takes up a ton of your time, but I feel the time I have spent marching has been better spent doing what I love and am passionate about rather than something else that will not benefit me outside of high school. I’ve learned a lot more than how to march and play at the same time, both as leading and following. I find unique perspective in knowing what it like to be a first year nobody and what it’s like to be the drum major. Band has certainly taught me how to be a part of something bigger than just individual people doing one thing, learning how to work together to achieve a common goal is extremely important, especially as society evolves in a way that, in a way, discourages face to face interaction. I feel that without the experiences I had with the Brigade, I wouldn’t have had the same skill set that makes me more likely to be successful. In a society where the arts are frequently forgotten or neglected, the lessons learned from being in an ensemble like that are increasingly rare and valuable. I am extremely grateful for the opportunities that I have been offered because of marching band and I think anyone would benefit greatly from doing any sort of music, marching band especially.”
“Our last competition...it’s like Christmas, but a whole lot more stressful.”
Marching band is team work. There are few other things that take the team work required to have a successful marching band and it's because of that team work life long friendships are made. A marching bands' goal is to have unified thoughts and actions throughout the season. To get each and every band member to think this way connections to each other have to forum and leaders need to encourage and guide the band. When a new marcher steps into band camp all they know to do is follow the veterans lead try their hardest to succeed. Aside from the basics the best friendships are formed during this time. It's almost unavoidable to forum at least one friend between the approximately 57 practices, many many football games, and competitions. I do not regret for one second joining marching band. It has dominated my life for the past five years and rarely throughout the season did my mind focus on much else. It has taught me how to be a leader and follower, how to encourage others and myself to be the best that they can be, and most importantly how to be myself. I have met so many people through marching band and have had friendships that I hope last a lifetime. Now that my seasons are over I'm not sure how to enjoy the end of my summers without practices and conversations of the latest show theme is, but as mentioned before I do not regret investing my time and energy into the Beech Buccaneer Brigade.
Music means so much to Kendall- check out her Youtube Miss Musical Dreams here!
“I think our red balloon, unpopped, all the way up in the sky, is God telling us that it’s okay we didn’t make finals.”
“Marching band practice is a lot like a sewer; when you get out of it you really smell.”
Band practices start in July, and the season concluded in November. During an average season students practice between 4-9+ hours in temperatures ranging from 100-30 degrees, rain or shine.
Marching band has brought my quiet daughter to a place of confidence and pride in her work. She has learned to speak up, lead, and work hard toward new goals. As a parent, I take pride in knowing my child is part of a great organization, and we spend many Friday nights and Saturdays together at football games and competitions. The community spirit we feel from other families with children in the band is like a large family, and although volunteering for the band can be hard work and long hours, I wouldn't change it for anything. -Kim Waltenbaugh
The Brigade performed at Cornerstone Church for a Back To School special focusing on community and mascots.
2016 was the first year for Beech Buccaneer Brigade Alumni Night. Organized by the Band Booster fundraiser team of Jana Allen Smith and Lori Newbern Johns. every graduated band member-ever- was invited to come back to play in the stands and open the game festivities. The event will be annual so get out your instruments!
“That trophy is just a physical object, and that’s not what matters. It’s about the progress you make, and what’s in our hearts is what matters.”
One of the last events in the marching season before the transition into concert performance season is the Hendersonville Christmas parade.
“The 2016 season ended confirming some of my most deeply held beliefs regarding the pageantry arts - if you give the students at Beech a challenge they will rise to it and surpass your expectations. After losing several seniors, many felt this season would be a “rebuilding” year, but the staff decided to treat it as a “continuation of excellence” year. We gave the students a story where they had to become artists and bring life to the story, and they surpassed our expectations.
The Pageantry arts is the name given to Marching Band, Winter Guard, and Drum Corps. Many schools offer their students a very basic exploration of the pageantry arts, affording them a very limited box in which to perform, but we are grateful that the Beech community can provide our students a deeper understanding where they can become artists and perform for a supportive audience. Developing the whole performer, our students become a character in a story, transforming halftime from a mid-game break into an anticipated performance you don’t want to miss.”
The Beech Buccaneer Brigade
Beech High School in Hendersonville, TN.
Directed by Creighton H. Miller and R. Adam Clark
2016 Leadership and Officers:
Field Commanders:
Tom Herschberg and Allison McMurtry
Band Captain: Josh Whited
Line Captain: Jeremy Lanas
Flutes: Savannah Wright
Clarinets: Tyler Marion
Saxophones: Kendall Smith
Trumpets: Jimmy Ownby
Mellophones: Joey Matherly
Low Brass Captain: Emma Waltenbaugh
Contra Captain: Megan Chambers
Guard Captains: Tanea Rogan and Sarah Beth Young
Percussion Captain: Nicky Tackett
Front Ensemble: Gloria Cortes
Prom Minis 2017! | Hendersonville Tn senior photographer
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Prom dates are on the calendar- schedule YOUR minis with your date or a group of friends today. Magazine quality, modern and stylish memories. First come first serve, economically priced.
Mini prom sessions:
Single or couple 15 mins, 5+ images $25
Single or couple 30mins, 10+ images $50
Group 1 hour (5-6 couples) $150
Includes 1-2 individual poses,
1-2 couple poses, group photos of whole group, group of girls only, & group of boys only
Groups are about the same time and cost as individuals with additional group pose images.
Images delivered via online gallery as last year.
Prints available for a seperate fee!
Aubreyel | Nashville Senior Portraits | Anjeanette Illustration Seniors Photography
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The first thing you notice about Nashville Class of 2017 senior Aubreyel is her infectious, gorgeous smile. She is a smart, vivacious, and beauty with a strength that has pulled her through difficult times. I had a jaw ache from all the smiles and laughter after this fun session in Cumberland Park downtown! Aubreyel dedicated her session to her mom, who her sister and her recently lost to breast cancer. A tragedy like that would be difficult to endure to say the least especially in the flurry of activity that a senior year involves. This lady knows her mom is watching over her, and beams that love and warmth bright enough for her to see in heaven. Nothing embodies fight like a girl like refusing to let anything steal the joy of moms legacy!
Nashville Writer & Theatre Session | Emily Class of 2017 | Anjeanette Illustration Seniors Photography Hendersonville Tn
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Short Creative Humorous
Two seniors this chose the same favorite verse! Both are outstanding people who are true to the William Shakespeare quote:
Although she be but little she is fierce
Emily is planning to attend college at Carson Newman University, in Global Education
The summer after graduation she will be working & traveling to prepare for college, and as always, will be active in theatre, reading and writing! Don't you love her vintage 'keyboard' ;)
What was your biggest fear or worry about prior to the photo shoot?
I felt like I was going to look uncomfortable and awkward in every photo. The outcome was different. I enjoyed the photos and I had a fun time.
What is one piece of advice you have for other seniors preparing for their senior photography session?
It's not as awkward as you may think. Just be yourself and act natural.
Fashion backdrop session | keeping studio sharp | Anjeanette Illustration Seniors
/Goofy and fun loving as spontaneity journalistic natural light photography is-and I obviously adore it- I am also a long time fan of stylish, classic, painted backdrops and the elegance of famed photographers Lebowitz and Emily Soto. That's why I never can have just one type of lighting- I want em all! Natty and gritty to flash and poised, the more lighting styles one is comfortable with the more opportunities to play and get exactly the look you want. While my simple backdrops are certainly no Oliphants, I love creating them so I can learn more and playing with studio style strobe lighting at home! Thankfully my daughter indulged my Christmas vacation set up with her favorite outfits and her prized vintage marching band shako. Photographers kids y'all, enduring the well documented life to say the least!
Softbox, Calument 400 @ level 10, Sigma 85mm 1.4 at 2.5, 1/160, iso100. About 5 feet from backdrop?
Shutter drag! While I LOVE Photoshop as well as my 5DM3 in camera Double exposures- this ain't either of those. Check out Ben Sasso lighting tips for how to play with this technique!
Ah, so glad she still puts up with me!
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Happy sweet sixteen to my favorite girl!
Courtney's Future Farmer Senior Session | Private Farm Gallatin Tn | Nashville photographer Anjeanette Illustration seniors
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I was excited to meet up a few weeks ago with dedicated and motivated Future Farmers of America student Courtney- class of 2017!
Courtney and her pup Leo were bubbling- like literally bubbly- and charming! Surrounded by her multiple years worth collection of FFA shirts and awards or gable, you could see how important her role as her chapters treasurer is. Courtney judges many local events at fairs and beyond, yet she is just as comfortable playing in the creek and posing with tractors, Courtney's beautiful blue eyes sure lit up the warm late summer afternoon!
Hunter's Hendersonville Tn Senior Horseback Portrait Adventure | Class of 2017 | Photographer anjeanette Illustration Seniors
/Tennessee cowboy Hunter is a class of 2017 senior who works at one of the top horseback riding destinations in Middle Tn- Juro stables. Hunter wanted to incorporate his passion for the outdoors and adventures at the job he loves with his favorite folks- a lot of whom have 4 legs!
This Senior Sunday session was the day after a large stormy afternoon with heavy rain. One just never knows what the Tennessee slate summer weather will bring because we could not have been blessed with a more gorgeous and sunny day! I feel like I had a mini vacation hiking in the woods with Hunter and the beautiful Maggie.
This image of the beautiful stables landscape was a popular one on my Instagram feed- what a fantastic friendship!
Present is in the mail for Julia- for
recommending two friends who booked!!!
Thank you so much girl! Enjoy your 11x14
canvas...of you!
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Beech High Senior Session | Kendall's Split Session at the Fair | Hendersonville, Tn senior picture photographer Anjeanette Illustration Photography
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Kendall helped me hit SEVERAL of the items on my summer fair to do list last week all during part one of her Split Senior Session!
1. Go to the Fair!
2. Ride all the rides-especially the carousal!
3.Have Fun
4. Popcorn, Cotton Candy, and Smoke Bombs
5. Smiles
What's a split Senior Session? Oh, funny you should ask, lemme just copy paste my Instagram description of Kendall's:
“When a senior can’t decide between favorite seasons so we shoot them both! Divide up your session for more of what YOU want”
So whats on YOUR summer fun list???
There is much more to come from Class of 2017's Kendall! I will be sure to update when her part two is ready! In the meantime check out her Junior Prom photos :)
Additionally- I have had the pleasure of knowing Kendall and her family for a few years and they have been with me since I first started out on my own in the photography business - so I have some images from a model shoot and her freshman year band photos!!! And my, can't you see my growth ;)
Enjoy-please don't kill me Kendall!
Cannot wait for fall and part two of Kendall's senior session!
Book your session today!
Hendersonviile, Tn Senior Pictures by
Nashville Artistic Photographer Anjeanette Illustration Photography
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Franklin Tn Senior Briana | Nashville Senior Portraits | Artistic Photographer Anjeanette Illustration Photography
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It was great meeting again with Franklin Tn Senior Briana, a few weeks after her sisters wedding! I was blessed enough to have gotten to know her as her big sister Danielle's maid of honor when I photographed the Belmont and Cheekwood wedding in Nashville. This smart and stunning lady is taking on photography, fashion, and many other pursuits- we met up to take her photos on her way back into town from another college campus visit. Can't wait to hear what she does next!
Just Being Jayla | Hendersonville Tn Senior Portraits | Artistic Photographer Anjeanette Illustration
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I met Jayla Palmerin Hendersonville Tn a long while ago, then recently got to join forces with her a few months after she graduated a year early from high school to explore fashion & fairytales, while making her some pretty epic artistic senior portraits. There is an amazing future ahead of this girl, there is a very amazing NOW happening indeed. She already has so many accomplishments- look for big news from her soon! Brains and beauty abound in this 17 year old actor, writer, and blogger at one of the top teen blogs Just Being Jayla!
For this shoot we collaborated on an adventurous artistic idea of fairytales and daydreams....as seniors prepare to embark in the so called 'real world' I feel like it is so important to keep a hold of dreams and magic even in an adult world. We talked about visions for a fashion focused artistic photo shoot where creativity and breaking boundaries- I would love for more adventures with Jayla and other seniors where we really try different things and just have fun!
Jayla began acting at 9, and has always loved it. She has been in several feature films, her most recent being "Remember The Goal", a film about a cross country team, in which she played the role of Shelby. Remember The Goal will premier this August! For updates and showtimes check the official movie Facebook page here.
I brought the camera gear and smoke bombs and Jayla herself styled and did her own MUHA with an assist from mom Melissa!
Most of the photos in this session were edited with VSCO and tweaks.
This spot close to Manchester Tn was as close to Heaven as can be, right here in Tennessee! Visit a waterfall today-please remember to take out everything you bring in...if I can carry light stands, cameras, and gear you can totally carry out your chip bags and pop bottles. It was s ad to see all the garbage folks left behind.
Lots if waterfall info can be found at the state park website
I sought Jayla out because I wanted the opportunity to work with her as well as to explore a personal project for myself. As a fine artist who paints sometimes the instant gratification of setting up and photographing is so fast its exhilarating. The ideas and collaboration are front ended, with the shoot going relatively fast. About half of the creativity comes in the editing process for me. I wanted the chance to combine my two worlds of painting and photography, to slow down and develop the fairytale dreams I was thinking of further.
I spend decent amounts of time researching and learning about photography. I am an eager student of life in general, and hope to always be. Its easy when your studying something your love! I think if I could possibly "learn everything" about photography I would lose all passion for it...boring! So I try to continue making paintings and art for myself to explore artistic purposes and well, just practice! The amount of information as to why personal projects are important is pretty overwhelming but I recommend Episode 232 of Sprouting Photographer, with weekend wisdom by Skip Cohen, interview with Vincent Laforet and this Petapixel article for more concise explanations about WHY.
These images were shot on my 5DM2 & 5DM3 with 85mm, 16mm, and 70-200mm lens. We used natural light for most of the moments, a gold reflector for a few photos. For some dramatic photos Calumet strobes with Paul Buff vagabonds/Cyber Sync transmitters on Cheetah collapsible stands. Can't forget those epic Enola Gaye smoke bombs! I am a little obsessed with them and hope to do MANY more smoke bomb fashion sessions!
For more information about Jayla Check out her officia lIMDB page
And her official website JaylaPalmer.com
And Instagram @jayla_palmer
Congrats Class of 2016! | Hendersonville, Tennessee Senior pictures | Anjeanette Illustration Photography
/While I have been photographing seniors for several years with a school portrait business, this was the first year I really branched out on my own with longer, exclusive sessions where I had time to show off some amazing young people! I am so proud of you guys, many of you I have come to know and care about- and become friends with your mamas too! Blessings to you all in your adventures!
Julia Class of 2016 | Station Camp Greenway | Anjeanette Illustration Seniors
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