Baseball Senior Pictures – Toomey Fields

Baseball Senior Pictures – Toomey Fields

Tips for a Baseball Senior Photo Session | Austin High School Senior Photographer

If you’re a High School baseball player and want to include your sport in your High School Senior Photo Session, I’ve got you covered.
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Here are my Top Five Tips:

1) WHEN TO BOOK: Book during your off-season (for this high school athlete, we met in early January before his baseball season had started). If you play multiple sports, pick your least busy time of year.
2) WHERE TO GO: Plan to meet at a Baseball Field (this Senior had access to Toomey Fields in South Austin) – but you could also ask about access at your school campus. We took shots in the dugout, on the bleachers and on the field. I also loved the views of the Austin skyline from this angle.
high school senior baseball photo session in south austin by stephanie friedman photography
3) WHAT TO BRING: Bring all your gear – we made use of his baseball hat, bat, ball and glove. His mom also brought his first uniform from his T-Ball days (from this very same field!) as well as a photo from that younger era (see gallery pics below). This Austin High Senior also brought his fishing gear. Then we got some fishing shots around Lady Bird Lake as well.
4) WHAT TO WEAR: Outfits – we took photos in his baseball uniform, cap & gown as well as in a more casual outift. Variety is the key to a well-rounded image gallery.
5) HOW TO POSE: I’ll give lots of instructions, but overall we’ll do a mix of action, posed and detail shots during your photo 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 Senior Photo session in Austin, Texas. Explore more photo sessions on my blog.

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    Stephanie Friedman first picked up a camera in high school, then went on to study photojournalism in college at the University of Texas in Austin (Hook ‘Em Horns). After that, she worked as a photo researcher in educational publishing for over 20 years.

    Besides that, she’s been photographing Families and Seniors for the last 10 years. You can count on her to be communicative and organized before your session. She’ll help you feel relaxed and confident during your session. And you’ll have a smile on your face after your session once you see your new photos.

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    Tips for Graduation Photo Sessions at the University of Texas

    Tips for Graduation Photo Sessions at the University of Texas

    Planning your UT Photo Session | Austin Senior Photographer

    When planning a University of Texas college graduation photo session, I tell my senior to pick their four anchor locations on campus. Then we’ll plan the flow of their session around these spots.

    Outlining the route:

    For this graduating Biology major, she picked the:
    • MLK Statue on the East Mall
    • Turtle Pond
    • UT Tower

    as her must-haves.

    university of texas college graduation senior photo session on campus by stephanie friedman photography

    I suggested we fit in the Biology building exterior as well since it’s so close to the Turtle Pond. And since the Tower is now partially covered in scaffolding, we also made our way down to the Littlefield Fountain to get Tower views (but with less construction mess).

    We also took advantage of the South Mall T-E-X-A-S letters left on campus from the Longhorn Lights Holiday display for some cap throwing as well.

    If you’d also like to have a Graduating Senior photo session on the University of Texas at Austin campus, here are my recommendations below:

    • TIMING: Right before Spring Graduation, Campus gets pretty full of photo shoots. So try and plan earlier in the semester or choose off-times for your photos (or be okay with waiting for your turn in front of popular spots) – We met over winter break for her photo session and only saw three other seniors getting photographed at the same time.
    • PREP: Iron your regalia and bring it on a hanger.
    • WHAT TO WEAR: You can pose in your full cap and gown, part of your regalia, regular dressy clothes or any combination of the above.
    • LOCATIONS: If you have a particular spot on campus that means a lot to you (Ex. where you took the majority of your classes), let me know so we can include it in our route.
    • ROUTE: I’ll send you a list of popular spots before your date so you can give me your top 4 choices to visit in your hour-long session.
    • MINI ADD-ON: If your family will be in town, we can add-on a mini-family photo session.
    • CELEBRATE: If you want to end your session in the Littlefield Fountain – bring some champagne to “pop” as well as a towel for drying off and flip flops to wear for afterwards.
    • WALKING SHOES: Since we’ll likely be doing a lot of walking around campus, wear or bring comfortable shoes to change into between spots (I’ll have my blue rolling cart to help carry everything).
    • GROUP SESSIONS: If you’re interested in a group session with some friends, contact me for group pricing.
    • TOWER CONSTRUCTION: Keep an eye on the latest UT Tower construction updates.

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

      stephanie friedman headshot

      Stephanie Friedman first picked up a camera in high school, went on to study photojournalism in college (Hook ‘Em Horns), then worked as a photo researcher in educational publishing for over 20 years.

      Besides that, she’s been photographing Families and Seniors for the last 10 years. You can count on her to be communicative and organized before your session. She’ll help you feel relaxed and confident during your session. And you’ll have a smile on your face after your session once you see your new photos.

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      High School Senior Year Checklist – January

      High School Senior Year Checklist – January

      High School Senior Year To Do List | Austin, Texas

      Happy New Year!

      High School Seniors (and your Parents):

      See below for your January To Do List to keep on top of your college applications and a reminder to keep an eye on your School Calendar for events and traditions. And don’t forget to make time for fun as well.

       

      january checklist for austin high school seniors

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        Please contact me if you’d like to book a High School Senior portrait session in Austin, Texas this year.

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        Tips for Photo Sessions at Bull Creek Park

        Tips for Photo Sessions at Bull Creek Park

        Tips for Photo Sessions at Bull Creek Park | Austin Family + Senior Photographer

        Whether it’s for a Family, Senior, Extended Family or Maternity Photo Session, one of my favorite park locations to recommend is Bull Creek District Park.
        This 48-acre city park (with easy parking and restrooms) has a mix of limestone cliffs, flowing stream and hiking trails.
        I like that it works in any season with lots of photogenic backdrops.
        family couple photo session at bull creek in stream

         

        If you’d also like to have a Family + Senior photo session at Bull Creek District Park, here are my recommendations below:

        1. PARKING: Use the lot at 6701 Lakewood Dr.
        2. LOCATIONS: From green trees and grass in the front park area to limestone cliffs along Bull Creek, you can get a variety of backgrounds in one small area. The water level (and strength of the Creek’s current) can vary throughout the year. 
        3. WARDROBE: If you’d like to get in the water for part of your photo session, bring a towel and water shoes to dry off afterwards. Or put your kids in rain boots.
        4. SCHEDULE: This park is VERY popular with photographeres – so expect to see other photo sessions happening at the same time. For that reason, choose weeknights for smaller crowds.
        5. WHERE TO EAT NEARBY: End your photo session with a meal at County Line on the Lake or Waterloo 360 just down the street
        6. DOG-FRIENDLY: Yes, this park is definitely dog-friendly
        7. CAUTION: It hasn’t happened to me (*knocks on wood*) but there are car break-ins reported from their parking lot – make sure no valuables are visible and lock your car.

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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 + Family photo session in Austin, Texas. Explore more photo sessions on my blog.

          stephanie friedman headshot

          Stephanie Friedman first picked up a camera in high school, went on to study photojournalism in college (Hook ‘Em Horns), then worked as a photo researcher in educational publishing for over 20 years.

          Besides that, she’s been photographing Families and Seniors for the last 10 years. You can count on her to be communicative and organized before your session. She’ll help you feel relaxed and confident during your session. And you’ll have a smile on your face after your session once you see your new photos.

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          Fun Things to do in Austin – January 2026

          Fun Things to do in Austin – January 2026

          Cold Plunge, Dolly Parton and 1,000 Hours Outside | Austin Family Photographer

          Happy New Year! Ready for a fun mix of events, classes and places to visit in Austin, Texas in 2026?

          Check out some links below for inspiration.

          NEW YEARS DAY

          Dive into 2026 with the Polar Bear Plunge at Barton Springs Pool. Brrr! If you prefer to cold plunge any other day of the year – check out these chilly options.

          Get out in nature with a First Day Hike at various State Parks. Some locations offer guided hikes; some are self-guided.

          Eat some black-eyed peas and greens for luck and money.

          JANUARY EVENTS

          You could see Hot Wheels Monster Trucks “Glow-N-Fire” at the Moody Center January 9th and 10th. Vroom, vroom.

          Shop for new-to-you collectibles at the City-Wide Vintage Sale on January 10th and 11th. And perhaps wear your vintage finds to your next photo session.

          Give suggestions to the performers during the Improvised Shakespeare Company performance starting on January 16th.

          Buy some new shoes at the SOLED OUT Sneaker Convention on January 17th.

          Run into the new year at the Spurs Austin Half Marathon (formally the 3M Half Marathon) on January 18th.

          There’s the MLK March, Festival and Food Drive kicking off at the State Capitol on January 19th.

          Figure out whodunnit at the Agatha Christie “Murder on the Orient Express” show at Zach Scott Theater starting January 22nd.

          Dolly Parton’s birthday is January 19th. Put on “9 to 5” or play her greatest hits and make your family and friends eat some themed baked goods.

          JANUARY CLASSES

          Design your dream life with a Vision Board Workshop on January 5th at Make at Rosie.

          Get Crafty: Spa Night Edition at the Howson Branch Library and make some bath salts and scrubs on January 6th.

          Make savory and sweet crepes at Central Market North Lamar on January 11th.

          Jolene! Jolene! Celebrate Dolly Parton’s birthday on January 17th with a Oh Dolly Junk Journal Craft Night class at Figment Creative.

          Forge Horseshoe Hearts on January 28th at the blacksmith smithy at Pioneer Farms. Make a date night of it.

          JANUARY CHALLENGE

          For the past three years, I’ve done the Spend 1000 hours outside yearly challenge – and have not accomplished it yet. (I usually manage to get about 2/3s of the way there).

          But hope springs eternal (is this the year we take up camping?) – and I plan to try again.

          JANUARY PLACES TO VISIT

          Fortlandia at the Wildflower Center is up until Feb. 1st, 2026.

          Check out the eight different installations in the family garden before they go away.

          JANUARY PHOTO SESSIONS

          If you’d like to book a family photos or a senior photo session this month, reach out and let me know.

          I’ll be back in touch in February for the next monthly list of fun items to do around Austin.

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          stephanie friedman headshot

          Stephanie Friedman first picked up a camera in high school, went on to study photojournalism in college (Hook ‘Em), then worked as a photo researcher in educational publishing for over 20 years.

          During all that, she’s been photographing Families and Seniors for the last 10 years. You can count on her to be communicative and organized before your session. She’ll help you feel relaxed and confident during your session. And you’ll have a smile on your face after your session once you see your new photos.

          Interested in Booking a Photo Session?

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