Sycamore Spartanette dancer Harper had her August senior session at the Sycamore HS football field and the Sycamore Forest Preserve!

The dreamiest summer creative session at Spencer Park in Belvidere, Illinois.

Wondering when to schedule your senior pictures? As a senior portrait photographer serving Northern IL and Southern WI, I've photographed every season the Midwest has to offer. This guide breaks down the pros and cons of each time of year so you can choose the perfect time of year for your senior session.

Miranda had a lovely Mini senior session at the Sycamore Forest Preserve in early April!

My first high school senior session of 2026! Genoa Kingston senior Brooklynn braved the chilly weather for her Standard session at Sycamore Forest Preserve!

The most amazing group of NIU grads!

My first photography session included these two adorable NIU grads at Sycamore Forest Preserve.

Create senior photos that feel effortless, natural, and true to you. Choosing comfortable outfits, neutral tones, and meaningful accessories—like varsity jackets or cap and gown—helps bring your personality to life while matching your location and style. When you feel confident and at ease, your senior portraits turn into genuine, standout moments you’ll love forever.

Learning doesn’t stop when you graduate. Since committing myself to my photography business, here are a few of my favorite subjects that I’ve studied up to give myself an edge.

Congratulations, grad! This guide breaks down simple, natural posing ideas that photograph beautifully and still feel like you, so your images look timeless.

New food photography with Geronimo Hospitality in Beloit, Wisconsin.

Let’s recap my 4 incredible fall grads at NIU!

A quick mini senior shoot for this Belvidere grad!

We made the most out of the final warm weather weekend in Northern Illinois for this senior session!

A beautiful September evening in Sycamore, IL for this Crystal Lake Central senior.

Commercial branding photoshoot for PrairieView Golf Club in Byron, IL in partnership with OC Creative.

Fall is here for this Beloit coffee house!

Step up your senior portrait game with these unique location ideas.

The dreamiest August golden hour photoshoot for this Sycamore senior

Learn about the best places to take photos in DeKalb County, Illinois, by Elsye J Photography. Northern IL & Southern WI Photographer.