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Austin Summer – Ideas List

by admin | Jun 2, 2024 | photography

Looking for fun family-friendly ideas on how to beat the heat during our Austin summer?

Save a copy of each of my Indoor and Outdoor Activities checklists below and get ready for triple digits in style.

indoor austin summer fun ideas list

outdoor summer fun ideas list

All suggested locations linked HERE.

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Tips for a Senior Photo Session at Butler Park

Mar 9, 2026

Tips for Portrait Sessions at Butler Park | Austin Senior and Family Photographer If you'd like a mix of urban and nature for a Family or Senior Portrait Session, one photo location I recommend is Butler Park. This park is located in South Austin next to the Long...

Paper Sister – Band Branding Photo Session

by admin | May 24, 2024 | branding, photography

Updated Photos in the Highland Area for Paper Sister – a post-punk Austin band

I last took Band photos for Paper Sister in early 2020. With half a new line-up, it was time for a refresh this year.

paper sister band photos

If you’re not familiar with their music, check out their Instagram (which lists their upcoming shows in Austin) or visit their SoundCloud links for a listen.

band photo session in austin, texas

We explored the Highland area around ACC for their portrait session.

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Please check out some of my favorite images below and contact me if you’d like to book your own photo session in Austin, Texas. Explore more portrait sessions on my blog.

What prompted you to have this photo session? Stephanie did band photos for me a few years ago and did such a stellar job. It was an easy decision to work with her again after that experience.
What do you plan to do with your digital photos? I plan to use these pictures for social media, an electronic press kit, promotional materials, and album art.
How did you choose your location for your session? I chose these locations because they looked really striking in photo shoots Stephanie had previously done with other clients.
What advice would you give to others planning a similar photo session? You don’t need to come in with your own ideas and inspiration because Stephanie is a true pro, but if you do, you will be amazed and how much they really shine.
Anything else you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography?Like I said, Stephanie is a true pro. I’m so glad she made space for me to have my own vision, and I’m beyond wowed with what she was able to do. The photos she created look even better than the vision I had. She’s so intuitive and good at pivoting, and those are the exact qualities you want in a next-level photographer. She made the experience fun and easy, and I’d recommend her to anyone.

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Mueller Southwest Greenway – Family + Senior session

by admin | May 23, 2024 | photography, seniors

Class of 2024 High School Senior + Family Portrait Session in the Park

This Senior + Family Photo Session combination took place at the tail end of wildflower season at Mueller Southwest Greenway in mid-May.

high school senior boy photo session in east austin at the mueller southwest greenway park family

For this High School Senior, we got photos in his cap and gown as well as his future alma mater t-shirt.

high school senior boy photo session in east austin at the mueller southwest greenway park cap and graduation gown

high school senior boy photo session in east austin at the mueller southwest greenway park UTSA

If you’re also interested in having your Senior Photo Session at the Butterfly Gardens in Mueller Southwest Greenway, check out my essential tips below.

Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at the Mueller Southwest Greenway:

These sessions work best at golden hour (about 1-2 hours before sunset)
Wear closed-toed shoes or boots since the grass gets pretty high at peak wildflower season
Keep an eye out for bugs, reptiles and other creatures among the fields (we had to move one turtle safely out of the way to get my cart through the walking path to the pond)
Plan to meet at the Butterfly Garden’s Rocket Ship (an excellent landmark meeting spot)
There is no restroom nearby, so be prepared to change outfits in your car
Wildflower season lasts from March – May in a good year

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Please check out some of my favorite images below and contact me if you’d like to book your own Senior session in Austin, Texas. Explore more Senior sessions like Henry’s on my blog.

What prompted you to have this photo session?My mom wanted to have nice photos.
What do you plan to do with your digital photos? I plan to use them for a “Class of 2028” post for UTSA and also just photos that I can refer to in the future.
How did you choose your location for your session? I personally think Mueller is one of the prettiest neighborhoods in Austin and it is one I’ve become very familiar with (although that said i didn’t choose the location).
What advice would you give to others planning a similar Senior photo session? It‘s hard to make advice for other families because every family has a unique dynamic. That being said do not be afraid to show those parts of who you or your family are (even though I was).
Anything else you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography? There isn’t much I can say that other people haven’t said. She is a true professional in her field and highly proficient at what she does while also being extraordinarily thoughtful and kind.

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University of Texas – College Friends Senior Photo Session

by admin | May 16, 2024 | college, graduation, photography, seniors

Fraternity Brothers’ College Senior Photo Session at the University of Texas

This group of six college friends wanted a photo session right before graduation at the University of Texas in Austin.

six college seniors in front of the tower at the university of texas at austin

We made sure to get plenty of individual shots as well as the whole group in front of the major landmarks on campus – the Tower and the Fountain.

If you’re also interested in having a College Senior Photo Session at the University of Texas, check out my essential tips below.

Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at the University of Texas:

Right before Graduation, Campus gets pretty full of other photo sessions, so try and plan early or choose off-times for your photos (or be okay with waiting for your turn in front of popular spots)
Iron your regalia
You can pose in your full cap and gown, part of your regalia, regular clothes or any combination of the above
If you have a particular spot on campus that means a lot to you (ex. where you took the majority of your classes), let your photographer know
If your family will be in town, we can add-on a mini-family photo session
Get ready to “Hook ‘Em Horns!”

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Please check out some of my favorite images below and contact me if you’d like to book your own Senior session in Austin, Texas. Explore more Senior photo sessions like these friends had on my blog.

What prompted you to have this photo session? This photo session came about because we all wanted to have photos from graduation and with our friends without having the stress of doing it during graduation weekend. The photos around campus were so fun.
What do you plan to do with your digital photos? With our digital photos, we plan to post and send to all of our friends and families and keep for years to come.
How did you choose your location for your session? We wanted the photos on the main hotspots of campus.
What advice would you give to others planning a similar Senior photo session? I would highly recommend scheduling the photos early as possible and working with Stephanie.
Anything else you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography? Stephanie was great. Super effective and efficient and the photos have came out great so far.

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Sekrit Theater – High School Senior Photos

by admin | May 14, 2024 | photography, seniors

Glass greenhouse, fake flower wall and an old pickup truck in East Austin art space

This High School Senior knew she wanted the Sekrit Theater as her location after I sent her various nature spots around town.

high school senior glass greenhouse covered in ivy for photo session in east austin

With its gorgeous ivy-covered glass and brick greenhouse, the colorful fake flower rainbow wall, orange school bus and old rusted truck on the property – this spot has all the great backdrops you can imagine.

rainbow fake flower wall in high school senior picture session in austin, texas

If you’re also interested in having your Senior Photo Session at Sekrit Theater, check out my essential tips below.

Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at Sekrit Theater:

This popular spot books up fast during peak months and times – so request it early to make sure you’re guaranteed a spot
Sekrit Theater also charges a location fee (2024 price: $130 for a one hour individual session)
There’s a dressing room and restroom on site for outfit changes
During rainy season, the ground can get pretty muddy
Props may be added throughout the year, so make sure to explore the full property at the beginning of your session to choose your favorite backdrops
Make sure to read their photography terms and conditions before booking
Sessions are usually booked back to back to don’t expect to go over on your time

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Please check out some of my favorite images below and contact me if you’d like to book your own Senior session in Austin, Texas. Explore more Senior photo sessions like Elizabeth’s on my blog.