Her Turn to Shine – College Graduation Photos for a Photographer & Softball Alum
Behind the Camera… Until Now
When you’ve spent so many nights behind the camera capturing your friends’ milestones, stepping in front of the lens for your own can feel surreal. But for this amazing grad, it was finally her moment—and we made it count.
We actually only planned to do a simple cap and gown session as we were only 8 days from graduation—but she totally brought the glow. The light was golden and soft, and we were living for the lilac blooms and beautiful light on campus.
She strutted, laughed, and radiated every bit of joy and pride this moment deserved.
Champagne Pop Queen
And—true to her bold, fun-loving self—we were about to wrap it all up with not one, but two champagne pops. The first? A little bit of nerves, a lot of laughter. The second? Straight-up pro status. After guiding her friends through their champagne pop photo shoots, she knew to go for it and enjoy the moment. 🍾
One Last Run on the Field
Just as we were parting ways, she casually mentioned she had her glove and cleats in the car... and you know I couldn’t let that opportunity pass us by. She opened the trunk and there we found sunglasses and a giant foam spirit finger that had us both cracking up. It was so her—bold, hilarious, and completely unapologetic in the best way.
With her final season just wrapped, it felt like the perfect full-circle moment to honor everything the sport gave her.
What started as a classic graduation session turned into something spontaneous, sporty, and totally personal—exactly the kind of shoot I live for.
A Session That Celebrates the Whole Story
This session was everything I love about senior photography: personal, joy-filled, and tailored to the person in front of the lens. She wasn’t just documenting graduation—she was celebrating her full journey: from the field, to the friendships, to the fearless girl behind the camera.
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