Butler Park – High School Senior Photo Session

Butler Park – High School Senior Photo Session

Butler Park in South Austin | High School Senior Photos

I last saw this High School Senior for his family’s yearly holiday photo session in the Blanton Museum Courtyard.

blanton museum courtyard family photo session university of texas at austin campus

    For his Senior Year photos, he requested a mix of urban and nature. So, we met up at Butler Park in South Austin.

    He also brought his guitar for some photos.

    high school senior boy playing guitar during photo session at austin park

    If you live in Austin and are also interested in having your High School Senior Photo Session at Butler Park, check out my tips below.

    Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at Butler Park:

    • Nearby parking can fill up quickly (especially on weekends) at Butler Park – give yourself enough extra time to arrive if you need to pay to park at the Long Center next door and then walk over
    • There is a park restroom you can use for outfit changes
    • You can get a lovely combination of skyline, water and nature from the boardwalks at the Park
    • Make sure to keep an eye on local event calendars to make sure there aren’t conflicts for your session date

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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 Senior portrait sessions on my blog.

    1. What prompted you to have this photo session? We wanted to commemorate the end of high school and celebrate the beginning of the college journey.
    2. What do you plan to do with your digital photos? We’ll share the digital images with family and create a less formal graduation announcement to send to friends.
    3. How did you choose your location for your session? We were looking for a location that offered natural and urban elements. The Austin skyline view from Butler Park was perfect!
    4. What advice would you give to others planning a similar Senior photo session? Take the time to choose clothing that brings you joy and makes you feel comfortable. Consider bringing items that tie into your interests or hobbies to take it up a notch!
    5. Anything else you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography? Stephanie is supportive and encouraging, making her clients feel relaxed and comfortable. She has such a great eye and captures moments of real joy!

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    Rowing Dock + Downtown Rooftop – Senior Photo Session

    Rowing Dock + Downtown Rooftop – Senior Photo Session

    Austin Rowing Club Dock + Downtown Rooftop| High School Senior Photos

    The first part of this Senior’s photo session took place at Zilker Park. We took photos around Rock Island and on the Ladybird Lake Trails with her family last month.

    austin family photo session at ladybird lake trails

    For the second part of her Senior Session, we had a few delays.

    It was due to:

    • An SXSW Installation at her second location
    • Spring rain and rain and rain
    • Dock construction

    So, we had to wait a few weeks to meet up again to finish her Senior Photos. This month we met at the Austin Rowing Club docks and then walked back to our parking garage to go up to the roof for some photos as well.

    austin rowing club docks for a high school senior photo session

    Then we found out that you’re not allowed to take photos on this particular garage’s rooftop. (The Security Guards were very nice when they asked us to leave) So, enjoy these photos – since I won’t be going back to that garage rooftop location again.

    downtown austin garage rooftop urban high school senior photo session by stephanie friedman photography

    If you live in Austin and are also interested in having a Photo Session at the Austin Rowing Club Docks, check out my tips below.

    Tips for Senior Photo Sessions at the Austin Rowing Club Docks:

    • Check the Rowing Club website and social media to make sure they’re not having an event on your session date (following them on social media was how I learned about their new dock construction)
    • Sunset is the best time to get great light on the Austin skyline from the Docks
    • Be prepared to pay for parking downtown and then walk a block or two to the Docks
    • You could also consider renting a cute Retro Boat for your Senior Photo Session (rental prices start at $160)
    • Make a plan to eat dinner in Downtown Austin after your session

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    Downtown Austin Rooftop – Senior Photos

    Downtown Austin Rooftop – Senior Photos

    Tau Ceti Mural + Rooftop Portraits | Austin Senior Photo Session

    For this High School Senior’s Photo Session, she wanted an urban backdrop. We met at the Tau Ceti Mural in Downtown Austin, and then took the elevator to the top of the nearby parking garage.

    high school senior photo session in downtown austin on a rooftop with skyline views

    Her mom brought her swimming goggles and future college gear for us to use in her photo session. I also loved how many Exit signs we got to include.

    class of 2025 high school senior photo session downtown austin

    If you live in Austin and are also interested in having your Senior Photo Session in a similar location, check out my tips below.

    Tips for High School Senior Photo Sessions at Tau Ceti + Austin Rooftops:

    • Lots of folks may be taking photos in front of the Tau Ceti mural – be ready to wait your turn 
    • For the mural – shoot wide to ensure more colors are viewable in your image
    • Then go to the Convention Center garage next door and drive or take the elevator up to the roof
    • There may be other photo sessions up there – but it’s a large space with a variety of backgrounds (the buildings look best at sunset)
    • Seniors – be prepared to change outfits in your car
    • Go eat nearby at the Fareground Food Hall after your session

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    Seaholm District – High School Senior Photos

    Seaholm District – High School Senior Photos

    Downtown Photo Session in the Seaholm Area | Austin Senior Photographer

    This Class of 2025 McCallum High School Senior picked the Seaholm District for his photo session location.

    austin high school senior of 2025 photo session in seaholm district by stephanie friedman photography

    For his portrait session, we met at the Seaholm Plaza by Trader Joe’s and walked around downtown near the Central Library.

    If you live in Austin and are also interested in having your Senior Photo Session in this part of town, check out my tips below.

    Tips for High School Senior Photo Sessions in the Seaholm District in Downtown Austin:

    • PARKING: Garage parking is available at the Central Library or Trader Joes nearby (and if you shop at Trader Joes afterwards, they validate parking)
    • LOCATIONS: There’s a great variety of urban and nature backgrounds in a few block radius. Make sure you take advantage of all the different backdrops available.
    • TRAFFIC: This area is very popular, so expect other photo shoots to be happening at the same time and take your turn in front of popular spots. You will also have literal car traffic going across the Butterfly Bridge, so be careful when photographing there. Have a parent be a spotter for oncoming cars.
    • OUTFIT CHANGES: If the Central Library is open, you can use their restroom for outfit changes during your session.

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    Commons Ford Ranch – Senior Photo Session

    Commons Ford Ranch – Senior Photo Session

    Rustic Barn, Grass-filled Prairie and a Lakeside Dock | Austin Senior Photo Session

    This Lake Travis High School Senior requested two things – wildflowers in a field and to bring her dog.

    Sadly, this wasn’t a good year for wildflowers (though I drove all around looking for some), but we did get some cute photos with her pet golden retriever, Jingle.

    high school senior holding her pet golden retriever dog at commons ford ranch for photo session in austin

    And she brought her own flowers to hold. Two different bouquets, in fact. 

    high school senior holding bouquet of flowers close to her face during photo session in austin

    For her photo session, we explored from the old barn to the lakeside docks at Commons Ford Ranch in Southwest Austin.

    If you live in Austin and are also interested in having your Senior Photo Session at Commons Ford Ranch, check out my tips below.

    Tips for High School Senior Photo Sessions at Commons Ford Ranch:

    • It can get crowded with other photo sessions at peak times (weekend evenings in Spring and Fall) – so pick off times if possible.
    • It’s about a 10 minute walk from the parking lot to the Lakefront area – make sure to wear or bring comfortable shoes for walking between locations
    • The Lakefront area can be a popular party area – keep an eye out for stray beer cans in your frame and you might have to wait your turn on the dock. (We had some considerate swimmers move out of the way on the dock so we could get the angle and shots we wanted)
    • Lots of wildlife call this park their home. If you are going to be in the tall grass, wear cowboy boots or pants as one of your three outfit options.
    • Plan to change outfits in your car (the nearest restroom is a port-o-potty)
    • Springtime wildflowers can be spectacular (though sadly not this year – our solution was for her to bring some flower bouquets to hold) – peak blooms are usually in March, April and May. Winter has some lovely golden dry grass as well.

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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 on my blog.

    1. What prompted you to have this photo session?  I wanted to capture the next chapter of my life by combining my upcoming college plans and childhood dog, along with grad photos.
    2. What do you plan to do with your digital photos? I plan to share my digital photos on social media and use them for graduation purposes and professional use for sororities and college events.
    3. How did you choose your location for your session? I found the place with an open field and a water area, I love nature so I wanted it to be in my senior photos.
    4. What advice would you give to others planning a similar Senior photo session? Remeber all your outfits!!!!!!! Create a list as to not forget anything. Also get a few inspo pictures ready for the photographer!
    5. Anything else you’d like to add about working with Stephanie Friedman Photography? She is so sweet!!! Very creative and knowledgeable. Works with all the outside circumstances to get you the best photos and for a great price!

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