Naperville Senior Photographer, Hinsdale Senior Photographer | Harpist

I was so excited when this client told me her 2015 senior was a harpist and that they wanted to include this in her photos.  I’ve been waiting for a senior who plays a large instrument because I had a specific idea in mind.  And this turned out amazing!  While about to start her senior year at Naperville Central High School, she is already planning where she wants to go for college or a conservatory to continue playing the harp and make a career out of it.  I wish my pictures had audio, as it was beautiful to listen to her play so effortlessly.

And while the harp is a classical instrument – this girl has plenty of personality and quirk.  LOL  I’m hoping we were successful in showcasing all of her personalities that combine to make her, her.  And one of the hardest parts of photographing teens is balancing the parents wishes with that of the teen.  Sometimes they line up, but other times they conflict.  But I think we got enough variety to make everyone happy.

She also chose to have her makeup professionally done by my makeup artist.  She looked great!

We started off in studio to get a sleek, dramatic appearance for her black harp.  Getting the lighting just right to highlight the edges of the harp and her dress, so she doesn’t blend into the black background was key.  Oh, and her dress was STUNNING.

 

 

But then it was time for a little more personality.

 

 

 

And lastly, she had a rustic harp, and I knew we had to take it out to a field.  Luckily, her dad was able to wheel it out for us.  And the lighting was just divine.  I think this next picture may be one of my all time favorites.

 

 

 

 

If you are interested in a high school senior portrait session, or any session with Firefly Nights Photography, please contact us today.   We are located in the heart of Naperville and easily service all of Chicago, especially the western suburbs like Downers Grove and St. Charles.