A Sentimental Sendoff | Senior Cap & Gown Session by the Columbia River – East Wenatchee, WA

There are mornings that just feel meant to be—and this was one of them.

Down by the Columbia River in East Wenatchee, WA, spring was showing off. The light was soft and golden, filtering through the budding trees and dancing across the fresh green foliage. The river was calm, the air crisp, and everything felt alive with that quiet excitement that only spring can bring.

It was the perfect setting to close out the senior year of one truly wonderful young woman—J.


We’ve had the pleasure of working together throughout her senior year, and let me tell you, getting to witness her journey from summer to spring has been such an honor. When we first met, she was preparing for the whirlwind of senior year ahead: college applications, homecoming, finals, and so many “lasts.” And now, here she is—cap and gown on, dreams in motion, standing on the edge of her next chapter.

Person sitting beneath rustic orange-tinted bridge beams on a curved walkway during golden hour.
Someone relaxes on green grass in a garden with colorful cosmos and wildflowers blooming in the background.
Graduate wearing red cap and gown sits on rustic wooden log bridge surrounded by lush greenery on sunny day.

But what made this session even more special? J brought along someone incredibly important—her very best friend. Not just a recent friend, but the kind you grow up with. The kind who’s been there since childhood, who knows all your inside jokes, who was there for school dances and heartbreaks, late-night study sessions and every single milestone along the way.



Watching them together was nothing short of heartwarming. There were moments of pure joy, quiet nostalgia, and deep connection that come from years of shared memories. Photographing the two of them laughing under the trees, posing in their caps and gowns, and just soaking in the moment—it was one of those sessions that reminds me why I love this work so deeply.

Two people in bright red graduation gowns sit together on a wooden bench surrounded by greenery on a sunny day.
Two companions pose together on a woodland path with one wearing a graduation cap and white dress.
Two figures in matching vibrant red dresses pose together outdoors on a fallen log surrounded by lush green foliage.
Two graduates in bright red graduation gowns share a joyful moment outdoors in a sunny wooded setting.

Being a senior photographer isn’t just about snapping a few portraits—it’s about telling a story. And stories like J’s are exactly why I offer my Comprehensive Senior Year Package—because your senior year isn’t just one day. It’s a series of seasons, moments, emotions, and growth. And those deserve to be remembered.


My Senior Year Package Includes:

📷 One 60-minute portrait session in one season OR two 30-minute sessions—one in spring/summer and one in fall/winter. (You can choose the same or different locations!)

👗 Up to two outfits for your portrait sessions

🎓 A 60-minute cap and gown session in the spring with up to two locations

💻 All images delivered in a beautifully curated online gallery—perfect for downloading, sharing, and printing

🖨️ Full print rights released to you, so you can print whenever and however you’d like

This package is intentionally designed to grow with you—to celebrate your beginning-of-the-year excitement, your mid-year reflection, and your final farewell as graduation approaches. It allows us to build trust, get creative, and really tell your unique senior story.

It’s been such a gift to work with J over the past several months, and I’ll carry the joy of her sessions with me for a long time. If you’re a rising senior or the parent of one, I’d love to connect and help you capture every meaningful moment ahead.

📅 I always do my best to accommodate seniors as availability allows—so don’t wait to reach out! Booking now ensures we can plan ahead and create something truly personal and unforgettable.


To J—thank you for trusting me to be part of your senior year. You’re bright, kind, and so ready for all that’s next. Wishing you endless success and happiness in the journey ahead!

Two people wearing flowing red cloaks pose back-to-back on a wooden footbridge surrounded by lush greenery.
Graduate in a bright red cap and gown looking to the side with a blue and red tassel against green foliage background.
Two graduates in bright red caps and gowns wave at the camera while sitting outdoors in a garden setting.
Graduate in bright red cap and gown poses by scenic waterfront on sandy beach surrounded by trees.
A graduate in bright red cap and gown sits casually against a tree trunk in a sunny outdoor setting.
A person in a bright red cape and cap balances on fallen logs in a sunny forest setting.
Graduate in bright red cap and gown poses casually against a tree trunk in a sunny outdoor setting.
Person in bright red sweater sitting near lake and mountains holding book with wind-blown hair in sunlight.
Two graduates in white dress and red graduation gown celebrate together among trees on a sunny day.
A graduate in a bright red cap and gown poses outdoors among trees and greenery in natural sunlight.
A bright red graduation gown stands out against lush green foliage as someone poses on a rustic wooden bench outdoors.
Someone poses on a fallen log in a sunny forest wearing a patterned top, denim shorts and red cardigan.
Two friends in red berets walking together on a sunny wooded trail near the water.
Someone wearing a bright red graduation gown and cap poses on a sunny path surrounded by green foliage.
Two graduates in bright red graduation gowns sitting outdoors on a wooden log bench surrounded by greenery.
Person wearing white sneakers and red dress shows leg tattoo with colorful tassel keychain accessory hanging from shoe.
Two graduates in bright red commencement robes sit together on a wooden bench surrounded by lush greenery on a sunny day.
Two graduates in red caps posing together on a wooded path in dappled sunlight during a summer celebration.
Two graduates in bright red gowns share a playful moment together while posing on a log in a sunlit forest setting.
Graduate in red cap and gown sits on a fallen log in a sunny wooded area during a graduation photoshoot.
A bright red dress contrasts beautifully against the turquoise lake water and fallen log in a scenic outdoor setting.