Anna Lisa Photography » Custom high school senior portrait photography on location in the Tacoma and Seattle Washington area

  • TACOMA & SEATTLE, WA

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    I specialize in high school and college
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    Is there a better way to celebrate turning 13 and getting your braces off than to have a pretty photo session?  I have been so excited for this shoot ever since my sweet friend mentioned wanting to have her daughter’s portraits done.  We had a date and location on the calendar, but I frequently pass by this empty field in our neighborhood.  I thought it would be fun to start with some tall grass shots, so I texted Josy to see what she thought.  I’m glad she agreed!

    I also spied these wildflowers on my daily walk, so I took some clippings home to create a little bouquet and surprise Arianna to use during our session.

    Arianna is an avid soccer fan, but she doesn’t just sit on the sidelines or watch the game on tv.  She spends a lot of time practicing and competing, even during the summer.  She lives in athletic wear, but I think she picked out the prettiest dress that suited her perfectly!

    I’m so glad that my friend, Josy, was willing to get into some pictures, too.  She loves being Arianna’s mom and I hope they will always cherish these photos of them together.

    We made the short drive to Tolmie State Park.  It wasn’t very busy, so we had the bridge and the beach almost entirely to ourselves.

    So pretty!Our PNW beaches don’t look anything like the powdery white sand beaches Josy and Arianna are used to in Brazil, but they are beautiful in their own way.

    Arianna made one quick outfit change and we shot until the sun went down.  One great thing about our beaches is the amazing driftwood that washes up onto the shore.

    Josy and Arianna, thank you so much for such a great session!  I had so much fun spending the evening together and capturing some pretty portraits for you.  I hope you love them!

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    • Josy - Thank you for the wonderful pictures! You are amazing! We are so glad you were able to do the session. 💕ReplyCancel

      • lisa.a.gonzalez@comcast.net - I had so much fun photographing you and Arianna! The pictures came out beautifully. I love them all!ReplyCancel

    It’s been awhile since I’ve shot a tween session and these two siblings were so fun to photograph!  I recently met the family, including two awesome dogs, at Chambers Bay and we had the perfect weather.  Madison and Riley were so relaxed and willing to get in front of the camera.

    I love the flowers in Madison’s top and the pop of color they provide against the grasses.

    Riley is absolutely dapper in his button down.
    I’m so glad they brought their sweet dogs.  They are an important part of the family and were so friendly and pretty photogenic, too!

    These siblings were so easy going and did an awesome job during the photoshoot.  They look so natural in front of the camera and made my “job” very easy!

    Such a beautiful young lady with two very different expressions.  I can see the fierceness she channels into gymnastics and the elegance of a ballerina.

    Meanwhile, Riley keeps himself and his parents hopping with his love for many different sports.  I can remember four off the top of my head!

    Is there a better way to end a great session than with pretty sunset colors fading over the Puget Sound?  Thank you Madison, Riley and family (including the pups)!  What a pleasure to meet you all and spend the evening capturing beautiful images of you lovely family!

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    I feel like I shot a styled session and I didn’t even organize anything.  This beautiful young lady is Karla and she is an upcoming 2022 senior at Bellarmine Preparatory School in Tacoma.  She loves all things floral and showed up for her session with not only a vision in mind, but a well thought out wardrobe and all the details to complete her looks.  I cannot even begin to describe what a joy it was to photograph her.  I hope I did her vision justice!

     

    The rose arbor was overflowing with miniature pink roses and the perfect spot to kick off Karla’s session.  People passing by commented that her vibrant magenta hair complimented her dress as well as the flowers.  Karla was simply at ease and stunning.

    Should you bring a floppy sun hat to your session?  Absolutely!  I told you that she had all the details down from her head to her feet.

    Karla’s creativity was just getting started.  She didn’t just bring some flowers, but she arranged this beautiful little bouquet of flowers herself to incorporate into her images.

    I just love the femininity of Karla’s dress and bouquet and how the boldness of her hair and makeup gives a pop of color and drama.  Hair and makeup goals right here!

    Karla’s next outfit change included this gorgeous emerald dress and elegant strappy heels.  She mentioned she might bring her parasol and I’m so glad she did!  Karla and her family spent several years living in Japan, so the parasol was more than a prop, it was a part of her history.

    We were having such a lovely time at Point Defiance, but we needed to make the short drive to Point Ruston before the sun went down so we could capture the rest of Karla’s vision.  Her love of flowers just may rival my own.  I thought this idea of hers to use the flower heads to spell out 2022 was a really cute tribute to her upcoming graduation year.

    Just when I thought I had seen all of the accessories, Karla came out with a flower crown.  Her wardrobe choices gave me the opportunity to take some fun detail shots.

    Karla had one more outfit change and one more idea up her sleeve that we were excited to capture before the sun set.  Look at those muted pink skies in the background.

    Here it is!  The grand finale.  Karla said she had looked at Pinterest for some inspiration for her senior session.  I love how she found something that inspired her but she put her own twist on it.

    “A flower does not think of competing with the flower next to it.  It just blooms.”  After spending three wonderful hours with Karla and her mom, I can honestly say that this quote describes Karla perfectly.  She blooms.  Continue to bloom, Karla, and spread your joy and creativity with those around you.  I hope you have a fun filled summer and when fall rolls around, I wish you an awesome senior year!  Go Lions!

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    • Janice Parker - Where is that little girl that used sit in back of room in at meetings doing homework? She is a beautiful young woman now! Photos are absolutely wonderful!!!ReplyCancel

      • lisa.a.gonzalez@comcast.net - She is such a beautiful young lady and an absolute joy to photograph! What fun we had capturing Karla’s vision!ReplyCancel

    Let me introduce you to the girl behind this incredible smile.  This is Mary and she is graduating SOON from Bellarmine Prep in Tacoma.  I met Mary, along with her mom Caroline and sister Anne, along the Ruston Way waterfront.  We had fantastic weather, and even though lots of people were out enjoying the blue skies and warm temperatures, we were able to get a great variety of images of Mary around the Chinese Reconciliation Garden.  Our first stop was at the Pagoda, which has some great greenery and pretty blooms nearby.

    After a quick outfit change, we worked our way down towards the water.  I couldn’t pass up this shady path.  The branches framed her perfectly.

    Mary had just the right outfit for the beach shots.  The blue and white provided a nice pop against the gray driftwood and rocky shoreline.

    That golden glow started to make its appearance.  
    Cheers to bringing your sister and mom along on your senior session!  Not only did we get these darling pictures, but Anne and Caroline were awesome wardrobe assistants!

    I’m so glad I caught this one.  Love it!

    One last outfit change and we finally had this pretty bridge all to ourselves.  Patience is a must for shooting portrait sessions in popular locations, but it definitely paid off.  These rhododendron shots were Mary’s favorites.

    Thank you Mary, Caroline and Anne!  It was such a pleasure to work with you.  Mary, you were a joy to photograph and I hope you love your beautiful portraits.  Enjoy the last days of your senior year, make lots of memories with your friends and family and I wish you all the best as you pursue your nursing degree at the University of Portland!

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    This dapper-dressed guy is a senior at Bellarmine Prep this year.  I had the pleasure of meeting Alex and his parents on a perfect evening at the Museum of Glass in downtown Tacoma.  We couldn’t have asked for better weather and we pretty much had the place to ourselves.  Before I get to all of Alex’s great images, though, let’s talk for a minute about this awesome outfit.  You can never go wrong with choosing one dressy look for your senior session.  Classic never goes out of style.  Alex went for a slightly dressed down version and this is how it’s done.

    Alex and his parents had all of his outfits prepped and ready to go in a garment bag, so adding a jacket for a few shots was super easy.  Layers and accessories are a great way to add variety to your images.

    Even the socks were on point!

    Alex was really open to my suggestions for locations for his session, but when he saw the view of the bridge, he asked if we could incorporate it into some of his shots.  Absolutely!  I love it when seniors let me know what they like and the bridge does make for a really cool backdrop.

    This maroon t-shirt is a great color on Alex, but it’s the Packwood, WA logo that has meaning.  Alex has spent a lot of good times with friends on the slopes near there.

    Tacoma’s Union Station is another downtown landmark that makes for an impressive backdrop.We ventured across Pacific Avenue to the University of Washington Tacoma Campus.  There are so many fun architectural elements here that can add interest to your images.

    Alex was so easy going and we captured so many good shots, but if I was forced to pick a favorite image, the one below just might be it.

    Big thanks to Alex and his parents for a really great evening.  Alex, I hope the doors at Bellarmine open up soon so you can get back onto campus and enjoy everything your senior year has to offer.  Best wishes as you narrow down your college picks, and come springtime, have an awesome last high school lacrosses season!  Go Lions!

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