Lilley + Her Crew | A Senior Session with Heart, Humor, and a Whole Lot of Hooves

There’s something extra special about senior sessions that include animals, and Lilley’s shoot was no exception. I showed up to the farm and Lilley was ready with three of her show cattle and two pigs, and from the first few minutes, I knew we were in for something memorable.

The cows were absolute stars. They leaned into the snuggles immediately, posed like pros, and you could see just how much they love her. There’s a quiet kind of bond between a girl and her livestock when they’ve spent so much time working together—and it showed in every shot. The pigs? Well… let’s just say they added personality. 😂 Hilariously uncooperative, totally uninterested in direction—but honestly, that made the session even more fun.

We had overcast skies for most of the shoot, which gave us soft light to start, but just when I thought we were wrapping up, the clouds parted and gave us the most beautiful cotton candy sky to finish with. A golden hour glow, with a dreamy pastel sunset? Photographer jackpot.

Lilley’s support squad, her family and her best friend, were absolute MVPs. From keeping animals wrangled to making her laugh between shots, they helped create such a relaxed, joyful atmosphere. It truly felt like capturing a little slice of her world: full of love, laughter, and the kind of grit and grace that comes from farm life.

Lilley, thank you for trusting me with your senior photos. You and your animals made this one for the books.

Ready to plan a senior session that feels like you? Whether that includes show animals, sports, sunsets, or your favorite people—I’m here to help you tell your story in the most beautiful way.

Let’s create something unforgettable.