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You will find three kinds of things here: real sessions from real people in Bolivar and the 417, tips to help you plan yours, and a few good things about life in this corner of Missouri. Whether you are figuring out where to shoot, what to wear, or what to expect when you walk in, there is probably something useful in here for you.
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Poppi Brand with Ellaina
Sophie had the Joy of hosting Ellaina in the studio for this super fun session! We wanted all the colorful and creative vibes, and she understood the assignment.
417 Studio Black & White Photo Session
I had so much fun getting to photograph such an amazing person like my sister!
I really wanted to capture her young, free-spirited personality, and I feel like I did just that through these pictures.
What to bring to your BFF senior session
Okay, so you and your best friend booked a BFF mini session. Amazing. Iconic.
Correct decision. You're going to laugh, you're going to look incredible, and you're going to end up with photos that live on your wall and your lock screen and probably your mom's Christmas card for the next three years.
Vintage Editorial with Ellaina Porter in the 417
What do you think of when you hear the word “vintage”? For me, vintage meant fashion, old money, dramatic poses and stylistic photos, and I wanted to truly capture the essence of that word.
Brand Photos for Calendar Organization
There's nothing that makes me feel more put-together than having my calendar fully filled in and organized. It truly is the little things in life that you have to learn to appreciate. Like my color-coded weekly agenda.
Happy Spring with Hannah Painter
With springtime finally here, I was so excited to be able to capture the joy that comes with this season of new beginnings and growth.
Hannah did a perfect job of showing that essence of happiness!
Ellaina Porter | Senior Photos Bolivar MO
Ellaina Porter is a Bolivar High School senior and she walks into a room like she owns it. Her session at Jordan Brittley Studio was an athletic studio session and she came ready to move the whole time: jacket, poses, energy.
Prop inspiration for your senior photos
We want your photos to look like you and celebrate you.
So what’s an easy and fun way to do this simply by what you bring with you to your session?
When should you book your senior photoshoot?
This is one of the most common questions we get and also one of the most important ones to get right. Senior photos aren’t something you want to scramble on — not because they’re stressful, but because the seniors who give themselves plenty of time consistently end up with a better experience and more options. Here’s the honest breakdown.
How to use your senior studio tour
We know junior year is wrapping up and suddenly it's like someone hit fast forward on everything and there are approximately 4,000 decisions to make about senior photos and you don't even know where to start.
Happyologie’s Creative Writing
Welcome to our studio aka an amazing space to bring all your books, study things and have a fun brand shoot for Happyologie!
Studio Session with Kayla in the 417
We had Kayla over to the studio for a brand shoot!
After that shoot, we did a fun spring mini. I loved getting to use some of the new backdrop colors! (This cream color is one of my favs.)
Getting out the door for your photo session
Let’s set the scene.
It’s photo session day. You have been planning this for weeks.
The outfits are cute, the kids are bathed, and you are feeling cautiously optimistic.
And then your three-year-old walks in
What to Wear for Your Senior Photos
Senior photos are such a main character moment.
So here’s the vibe: you want to look like you, just a little more polished. Not like you’re playing dress-up. Not like you borrowed someone else’s personality from Pinterest.
Mollie Stimpson Studio Session
One thing I love about studio sessions is that the focus is on you and it's up to you to make them yourself.
Mollie truly did that and I love how how much personality she showed through these photos.
Morgan & Baby Anaiyah Valentine Mini
This session was so fun! Despite babies doing baby things, we were able to get some really cute shots!
Baby Rachel’s 6 Month Session
Baby Rachel is almost 6 months and we had to celebrate with a studio session!
Her whole family is so sweet and her mom and sister came to make sure she was doted on the whole time. They even FaceTimed dad in!
Mini Galentines
These girls were so so fun to have at the studio! They were laughing, brought ideas for posing and it’s just so good to celebrate friendship.
Eisley hosted this session at the studio and did an amazing job creating a fun space for these friends.
K-Life Galentines Event in Bolivar MO
We got to photograph the K-Life Galentine’s event last week and I’m still smiling about it.
First of all, Valentine’s Day is fine… but it’s not nearly as cool as a room full of girls hyping each other up, taking pics together, and having the most fun with it. Like, sorry, but Galentine’s wins.
Makenzie and Savannah Galentines
I have known Savannah since we were kids! We grew up together, ended up rooming together before I got married in college and have done so much life together.
And Makenzie started babysitting my kids a couple summer ago and then I ended up hiring her in my business.