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Senior Sports Photos for Bolivar MO Liberators: Guide to Bolivar Locations
Your jersey, your game shoes, and the place you practice. A Bolivar location guide for senior sports photos, with gear ideas and details to check before your session.
Ayden | Portrait Session in Bolivar, MO
Hey there! It’s Emma today, and I get to tell you about Ayden. We ran on the same cross country team for four years. She was someone I looked up to then, and still do today. She has been like the older sister I never had.
Pet Friendly Photo Studio in Bolivar MO
There is a golden retriever named Biscuit who has been to the studio twice. On his first visit, he knocked over a reflector within about forty-five seconds, tail going at full speed. Biscuit kept right on going. We love pets.
How to take better photos of your friends on your phone
A lake day, lunch on the Square, or everyone on the porch with snacks. Five things to try when you’re taking photos of your friends on your phone.
Class of 2026 BFF Grad Photos at Bolivar High School | Bolivar MO Senior Photographer
The Bolivar High School Class of 2026 graduates this Sunday and that means it’s time to celebrate! Why not kick things off in front of BHS with a bestie photoshoot with your graduating friends?!
Tessa Senior Photos at the Bolivar Square | Bolivar MO Senior Photographer
Tessa is the kind of person who celebrates everyone else so easily, and it’s time to put the spotlight on her.
Kai and Sophie Decision Day Photos | Bolivar MO Senior Photographer
Kai is going to Mizzou. Sophie is going to Missouri State. We’ve got to celebrate! After their cap and gown photos at Bolivar High School, these two friends brought college shirts and pennants to the studio.
Kai and Sophie BFF Cap and Gown Session | Bolivar High School Senior Photographer
Kai showed up to her cap and gown session in a yellow dress and Sophie showed up in white. Both Bolivar High School Class of 2026 seniors.
Professional Headshots in Bolivar MO
Professional headshots for your staff page, business website, or LinkedIn profile. Here is what to wear, what to bring, and what to expect at Jordan Brittley Studio in Bolivar, MO.
Spring Mini with Evie | Bolivar MO Baby Photographer
Welcome back to the studio, baby Evie! This time for a fun spring mini hosted by Makenzie. Buckets of pink and white tulips, lavender florals on the gold stand, the team mascot bear, a stack of wooden alphabet blocks on a soft ivory rug.
Brand Shoot for Happyologie at the SBU Library | Bolivar MO Brand Photographer
Makenzie and Emma drove out to the SBU library last week to shoot college-studying content for Happyologie. Emma was behind the camera part of the time, and Makenzie was behind the camera the other part of the time.
Spring Photo Session Ideas for Bolivar, MO and the 417
Makenzie grabbed lunch from Sweet Kayle and spread a gingham blanket beside the pond at Dunnegan. Shoes off. Socks still on. Spring photo ideas around Bolivar and the 417, with places and outfits to try.
Senior Picture Ideas Worth Saving
Kami brought a yellow pleated skirt and her pickleball paddle to her Bolivar senior session. Ideas for choosing what you’d like to wear, bring, and try in your own photos.
Isaac B Henson | Bible Study Photoshoot in Bolivar MO
Isaac runs a scripture and faith blog at isaacbhenson.com with a podcast in the works. It’s been really cool to see the behind the scenes of this blog.
Senior Picture Ideas for the Spring
A floral dress, your cap and gown, or the jeans you keep reaching for. Spring senior photo ideas around Bolivar, with places, outfit options, and room for your own plans.
Don't Wait Until You “Look Right” to Book Photos | Bolivar MO Photographer
I want my kids to have photos of the things we do together. I’m working on being in those pictures with them, including the ones on my phone.
Toby + Bekah | Engagement Session Bolivar MO
Bekah wore a blue floral midi skirt and a white crop halter to her engagement session with Toby and the two of them spun around and had so much fun! Emma shot this engagement session at a wooded trail in Bolivar, Missouri and brought out all of their personality.
Sophie | Track Senior Photos Bolivar MO
Sophie Stimpson came to her senior photos at the Bolivar Middle School track in her Liberators uniform with a stack of medals that covered most of her track uniform. Royal blue and gold, neon green Saucony spikes still showing their wear, and hardware from years of running in the 417.
Behind the Scenes of the JB Team in April
April was a lot of fun. We attempted the prop closet. Our team mascot watched the whole thing and did not help. The prop closet is still not organized, but at least it has a witness now.
Emma | Senior Photos Bolivar MO
Emma showed up to her senior session at Dunnegan Park in Bolivar, Missouri before the sun was fully up. Denim overalls over a floral camisole, white Converse, her natural curly hair down. She walked straight to the wooden bridge railing and leaned in, and the session went from there.