Celebrate your senior year with portraits that feel like you.
Between golden Midwest sunsets and the banks of the Rock River, every session is bathed in natural light and tailored to your personality. I’ll guide you through a curated experience, from helping you choose the perfect location to capturing those genuine, unforgettable moments.
Every portrait session includes guidance on outfit and location selection, posing direction and ideas, and high-resolution digital images with full rights for printing and social media sharing.
High School Senior Packages - Class of 2027
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-30 minutes of shoot time
-1 location - Rockford or Beloit ONLY
-1 outfit
-Minimum 25 fully-edited images
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-1.5 hours of shoot time
-2 locations | 2 outfits
-Minimum 50 fully-edited images
-$50 add-on fee for additional outfits
-$50 travel fee: South of I-88, East of Hampshire, IL
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-2.5 hours of shoot time
-3 locations
-Unlimited outfits
-Minimum 80 fully-edited images
-$50 travel fee: South of I-88, East of Hampshire, IL
Your sport is part of your story.
Athletics can be a huge part of your school experience, and I love finding ways to make it part of your session. I spent my own college years on the sidelines as both a cheerleader and photographer, and I've photographed athletes from high school gyms to NCAA athletics and professional sports.
Bring the uniform, jersey, poms, and whatever else represents your sport. We'll create the classic photos your family wants alongside bold, colorful images that actually feel worthy of everything you put into it.
College Tee Minis
30 minutes, 1 pre-determined location, dates TBA
Bring your college decision t-shirt or crewneck and a pennant, flag, or other prop!
Available April-May 2027
College Grads
Mini Package (Beloit College & Rockford University Only)
-30 Minutes
-1 outfit, 1 location on-campus only
$100
Standard Package
-1.5 Hours
-2 outfits, up to 3 locations on-campus
$200
FAQs
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Fill out the contact form below with your information and package you are interested in. I will reach out via email to discuss locations, time frames, and other details. Once we both confirm dates and times, you will be officially booked!
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Elsye J Photography accepts cash, personal checks, and payment via Venmo. Payment is due at the end of the photoshoot. Payment plans are available for Deluxe packages
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At 24 hours out, if inclement weather is imminent during your photoshoot time, I will offer you additional dates I may be available. No extra cost!
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I love sending sneak peeks within a few days! A full gallery will be delivered between 2-4 weeks. Please let me know if you have a tight deadline like a yearbook photo submission or your grad party
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Clients receive a fully-edited digital gallery containing around 85% of the total photos taken. I aim to deliver 1-3 best photos per pose.
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1-2 months in advance is always a safe bet! Elsye J Photography requires at least 2 weeks notice for all new clients. Don’t know what time of year to book? Read my month-to-month blog here.
Fully booked for 2026
Don’t Know What To Wear?
I’ve got you covered.
Make the most out of your senior portrait session by planning your options, styling your looks, and selecting props and accessories.
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