The Stephanie Newman Photography Journal

Kayden’s senior session at Whitetail Woods was filled with joy, beautiful evening light, and her one-of-a-kind style. Her sweet personality shined through every photo, making her Class of 2026 portraits timeless and completely her own.

Hana’s senior session at Whitetail Woods was full of warmth, laughter, and beautiful portraits. Even with a surprise softball ceremony happening nearby, she stayed calm and confident the whole time. Such a joy to photograph this family again and capture Hana’s Class of 2026 glow!

Fall in Minnesota is basically Mother Nature showing off — crisp air, golden leaves, cozy sweater weather… and the perfect backdrop for senior pictures! Whether you’re Class of 2025 or 2026, the autumn season is such a dreamy time to capture your personality and celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime milestone.

Despite a few summer mosquitoes, Ellie’s Lakeville senior session was full of sunshine, flowers, and stunning shots! She even brought a handmade blanket to add a personal, creative touch to her Class of 2026 photos.

Chloe is sister #2 of the Shibata trio I get to photograph this week, and let me just say—she brought all the sparkle. Literally! She showed up in the cutest lavender dress paired with the most fabulous glitter shoes, and I was instantly obsessed. (If you know me, you know lavender has been my thing […]

Sammi kicked off my Class of 2026 seniors, and wow—what a way to start the season! She’s one of three triplets, so you’ll want to stick around because her sisters will be making their debut here soon too. This was actually my very first time photographing multiples, and let me tell you—it was such a fun new adventure!

Choosing to invest in a senior photographer is a big decision. With so many talented photographers out there, finding the right one for your budget and style can feel overwhelming—especially if you’ve never hired a professional photographer before.

Whether this is your first time “shopping” for a photographer or you’ve had family portraits done in the past, navigating all the options can be a lot.

As a high school junior, you’re probably juggling a lot as you prepare for graduation. But there’s one important task that shouldn’t be overlooked—your senior pictures! Spring offers the perfect setting for capturing the essence of this exciting time in your life. With the gorgeous weather, stunning locations, and ideal timing, spring is the season you’ll want to schedule your senior photoshoot. Here are five reasons why spring is the best time for your senior pictures!

As a high school senior, there’s a lot to look forward to—graduation, parties, and all the moments that lead up to it. One of the most exciting milestones, though, is your senior photoshoot. Those pictures will be a lasting memory of this special time in your life, and you want to make sure they turn out exactly how you envision them. So, when is the best time to book your senior pictures? While it might feel like there’s plenty of time, booking your session early is the key to a stress-free and successful photoshoot. Here’s everything you need to know about the ideal timing for your senior pictures.