There are tons and tons of different ways to take your senior reps’ photos. Some photographers give each rep a full photo shoot, some give each rep mini photo shoots and some do one big rep shoot per season. Kalyn Yeager of Coco.Laine Photography does one big shoot of her senior reps and shares this season’s session with us below.
How much of your photography business is seniors? I would say 70% of my business is the senior market.
How many reps do you have per year? This year I have 13 senior reps.
How do you find your reps? Basically word of mouth, facebook and twitter
What was your inspiration for this rep shoot? My boys’ babysitter is a senior this year and I was talking to her about how sad it was that they would all be leaving for college and separating soon. We brainstormed a bit and I thought it would be nice to have a shoot with your best friends before you leave. One last memory with your best gals to send you on your way. Chelsea loved the idea, and the fact that she was included! The whole idea was created and played out in two days.
Where did it take place? The shoot took place on a farm in Kinsman, Ohio. An amazing client of mine donated a little piece of land so we could shoot.
What time of day? Right at sunset. We started about an hour before. I believe sunset that night was at 7:15 and we were shooting in direct sun until 7.
What camera, lens and equipment were used during this shoot? Nikon D3s, 50 mm 1.4 and my favorite reflector
Did you work with a stylist, makeup artist, etc for this shoot? I have the most amazing hair/makeup artist but this shoot was so quickly put together we had to do it all on our own. The girls went shopping together and sent me pictures of clothing options! They did a great job coordinating!
How did you pull together the props used in this shoot? It was super easy because the main props were made out of newspaper! Once I had the paper airplanes and the newspaper popcorn cones, I just needed some baskets and fabric. My husband got a little muddy finding the sticks for the teepee but he didn’t complain! 🙂 What a guy!
What is your favorite thing about these photos? How can I pick one? 🙂 Probably the chemistry between the girls. It wouldn’t have worked if they didn’t have fun and feel comfortable with each other. They truly had an awesome time and were sad when we were finished. As was I!
What do you feel is the most important thing to consider when dealing with senior reps? It is very important to find reps who are passionate about the position. Be picky. Get to know your applicants and find the senior who best fits your business.
Senior Rep Shoot – {Coco.Laine Photography}
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Awesome. I love those. My fav is the hands shot.
These are beautiful!
I LOVE Kalyn work. She is so sweet and talented.
I love you work Kalyn. 🙂