I often get asked, “is there a specific time you should do a rep shoot?”  While a lot of photographers wait until spring or summer, this photographer proves that getting the shoot done earlier gives your reps photos early so they can start promoting your photography studio!

Rosy Hernandez of Silver Lights Studio in Detroit, Michigan said, “Winters are harsh for us and nobody is thinking about senior photos.  So we made lemonade out of the bushels of lemons we’ve been getting!”

Check out this photo shoot below and be inspired on how you can create a fun shoot when you most likely wouldn’t think about doing a shoot!

Website:  www.silverlightsphoto.com

Blog:  www.silverlightsblog.com

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/SilverLightsPhoto

What was your inspiration for this photo shoot?
Winter was the inspiration for this photo shoot. Our goal was to show people that winter can be fun also.

Where did this photo shoot take place?
The photos where taken outside of the Henry Form Museum, in Dearborn Michigan.

Did you collaborate with this senior to come up with the clothing and/or concept for this shoot?
I sent them ideas I pinned from pintrest, and asked them to play with their wardrobe. We emailed back and forth to come up with the looks they each had. I added some peaces also, hat, faux fur vest, belt.

What camera, lens or other equipment was used for this shoot?
Cannon 5D Mark III and Cannon 85mm 1.4

What time of day were these taken?
2pm

Can you share any post-processing techniques used when editing this session?
We use Lightroom and Totally Rad actions

What is your favorite thing about this session?
My Favorite thing is the dynamic between them, they actually didn’t know each other before the shoot. From what I hear they became friends.

What do you want this session to convey about this senior and about your senior photography style?
Our freestyle of shooting, I love movement, & natural smiles. To me catching a real, wholesome smile beats a pose any day.

What is one tip you can share with other photographers regarding photographing seniors?
Hear them out, let them be THEM. Make sure the session is about them, not the location, style, or sport they are currently in.